Shopping is an experience; trying on clothes and feeling their texture, sampling local produce from Farmers' Markets or taking in the atmosphere of a bustling parade. Find places to shop near you that can't be matched by the Internet.
If you think shopping in South England is restricted to Regent Street and Carnaby Street, think again. In addition to traditional shopping centres and discount designer outlets, South East England has a collection of unique places to shop outside London that can't be found anywhere else.
Explore the narrow alleys of the 17th century Lanes, a maze of smart shops selling antiques, jewellery and designer clothes.
The Lanes in Brighton is one of the South East’s more eccentric shopping destinations and was once the heart of an old fishing town. Today the area is a maze of winding streets dotted with many unique and quirky shops, cafes and restaurants.
If hand crafted, locally made, is more your thing, then The Sussex Guild Shop & Gallery is for you. Established as a charity over 50 years ago with over 100 members, it brings together a group of local professional designers and makers of fine, contemporary and traditional craftwork.
The former capital of England is a well preserved city so even shopping in Winchester means popping in to historic buildings. It makes it a wonderful place to go bargain hunting – whether you're thinking antique or boutique!
Winchester's Christmas Market sets the standard by which others are judged while one of the UK's largest Farmers' Markets (2nd and final Sunday of each month), made famous by Rick Stein, offers revered local produce from the rural county of Hampshire.
Retail therapy is one of the top reasons to come to the Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead. There are also plenty of cafes and restaurants to feast your eyes on after a long day shopping.
At the heart of shopping in Windsor and Eton is Windsor Royal Shopping Centre, a mostly covered area that occupies the site of a 1850s railway station where you can still see Queen Victoria’s royal waiting room.
In Ashford you'll find McArthurGlen Designer Outlet where your favourite brands are priced up to 60% less, all year round.
There’s something for everyone, within this beautiful setting. Situated in the heart of the Garden of England, Kent, and designed by architect Lord Richard Rogers, this is one of Europe’s most spectacular shopping destinations.
Little Chelsea is a vibrant shopping and dining experience in Grove Road and South Street. It includes tens of independent businesses and shops specialising in art, interior design, designer clothes, antiques and many more.
Find more inspiration of some of the best places to shop with our hand-picked selection of diverse shops and destinations in South East England. Select the 'Map View' button to see what's near you.
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Outdoor Event / Activities
Buckingham
Visitors to Stowe between 19 October and 14 November will be able to walk amongst the silhouettes of 200 life-size soldiers in the historic landscape gardens. This large-scale art installation will be a moving statement of commemoration, remembrance…
Gallery
Cookham, Maidenhead
The Stanley Spencer Gallery is devoted to the work of one of Britain’s greatest painters, Sir Stanley Spencer. It holds the largest repository of Spencer paintings on display anywhere in the world.
Parkland / Woodland Garden
Brighton
With its beautiful woodland walks and extensive open lands, Stanmer Park is just as perfect for a family picnic as it is for a kick about with your friends or those looking for a bracing walk over the Downs
Civil Licensed Venues
Rowlands Castle
Stansted Park offers a lovely venue for a Civil Ceremony, splendid rooms for wedding parties with drinks and canapés in the House or space for larger parties in a marquee beside the South Terrace
Historic House / Palace
Stansted Park is home to stunning weddings, forest walks, afternoon teas and some of the best events in the south! Visit the Mansion for a real sense of a bygone era.
Festival
Rowlands Castle
Our highly popular Stansted Summer Festival will be back for 2024!
Join us for our fourth eclectic weekend of family fun, quirky entertainment and a little bit of the eccentric all within the setting of a quintessential country estate.
Hotel
Lymington
Standing in the High Street of the historic town of Lymington, the ideal base to tour the forest and beautiful Hampshire coast.
Towns & Villages
Staplefield is an attractive village three miles north-west of Cuckfield. The former local industry of tanning was carried out in Tanyard Lane, with the pits for soaking the hides at The Grange. The Jolly Tanners Inn reflects this industry.
Childrens Events
Brighton
Catastrophe strikes! It’s Christmas Eve and Santa has gone missing... Join the Starchitects on their daring mission into space to save him.
A brilliant festive show for families from world renowned dance circus company Motionhouse comes to Brighton…
Glamping
Catsfield, nr Battle
Starcroft Farm Cabins bespoke eco cabins make the perfect hideaway for solo travellers and couples. Whether you’re looking for a writer’s retreat, a walking holiday or just a comfortable place to rest, read, and reinvigorate, this is a special place…
Special Events
Eastbourne
Explore the skies over Eastbourne, with Eastbourne Astronomical Society this winter.
Other
Wartling, Herstmonceux
Stargazing evenings at The Observatory Science Centre, Herstmonceux.
Special Events
Herstmonceux
Enjoy a fascinating experience by visiting The Observatory Science Centre at night. We welcome you to look through some of the largest telescopes in the country to view incredible night sky objects. Knowledgeable guides are on hand to talk you…
Film
Winchester
Are you ready for a completely unique cinema experience? Grab a seat, sit back and relax as one of Hollywood's biggest blockbusters, Back to the Future, plays out under the stars of the Planetarium.
When the Science Centre doors close, the cinema…
Film
Winchester
Are you ready for a completely unique cinema experience? Grab a seat, sit back and relax one of Hollywood's biggest blockbusters, E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial, plays out under the stars of the Planetarium.
Your Starlight Cinema ticket includes:
- A…
Film
Winchester
Are you ready for a completely unique cinema experience? Grab a seat, sit back and relax one of Hollywood's biggest blockbusters, Jurassic Park, plays out under the stars of the Planetarium.
Your Starlight Cinema ticket includes:
- A showing of…
Film
Winchester
Are you ready for a completely unique cinema experience? Grab a seat, sit back and relax as one of cinema's biggest blockbusters, 28 Days Later, plays out under the stars of the Planetarium.
When the Science Centre doors close, the cinema screen…
Film
Winchester
Are you ready for the Starlight Cinema summer special outdoor screening? Come and enjoy a completely unique family cinema experience under the stars of the South Downs National Park.
Celebrate the end of the summer holidays in style! Join us for a…
Film
Winchester
Are you ready for the Starlight Cinema summer special outdoor screening? Come and enjoy a completely unique family cinema experience under the stars of the South Downs National Park.
Celebrate the end of the summer holidays in style! Join us for the…
Film
Winchester
Are you ready for the Starlight Cinema summer special? Every Sunday during the summer school holidays come and enjoy a completely unique family cinema experience.
Grab a seat, sit back and relax as Aladdin plays out under the stars of the…