Maidstone, Kent
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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Towns & Villages
Tackley
Tucked away close to the Oxford Canal, the River Cherwell and north east of Woodstock, this character village has many stone buildings and its railway station provides easy access to Oxford and further afield.
Tackley Village Shop, a community…
Food
Newbury
As we celebrate the end of dry January, what better way than with a celebration of the best?
Childrens Events
Selborne
Have you got what it takes to be an Antarctic Explorer? 8000 people applied to be part of Captain Scott's Terra Nova expedition- only 33 were chosen to be the 'shore party' and land on Antarctica.
Come to the Field Studies Centre this half term to…
Childrens Events
Selborne, Alton
Have you got what it takes to be an Antarctic Explorer? 8000 people applied to be part of Captain Scott's Terra Nova expedition- only 33 were chosen to be the 'shore party' and land on Antarctica.
Come to the Field Studies Centre this half term to…
Music
Uckfield
TICKETS £25
As featured on ITV1, The Take That Experience are one of the finest tributes to Take That across the UK and Europe.
Wowing audiences everywhere they go with their amazing vocals, stunning costumes and electrifying dance routines, they…
Theatre
Portsmouth
Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler's beloved tales are brought to life on stage.
Talks
Brighton
You are cordially invited to a spooky storytelling performance by author and actor C.J. Carter-Stephenson. Prepare to be scared as C.J. brings two of his horror stories vividly to life with words, projected images and an immersive soundscape. This…
Literature
Ventnor
Author and actor C.J. Carter-Stephenson will be performing his readers theatre show TALES IN THE KEY OF TERROR at the 2024 Ventnor Fringe Festival. Prepare to be scared as he brings two of his horror stories vividly to life with words, projected…
Literature
Camden
Author and actor C.J. Carter-Stephenson will be performing his readers theatre show TALES IN THE KEY OF TERROR at the 2024 Camden Fringe Festival. Prepare to be scared as he brings two of his horror stories vividly to life with words, projected…
Literature
Brighton
Author and actor C.J. Carter-Stephenson will be returning to Brighton this October for a special Halloween performance of his readers theatre show TALES IN THE KEY OF TERROR at the Brighton Horrorfest. Prepare to be scared as he brings two of his…
Performing Arts
Brighton
You are cordially invited to a spooky storytelling performance by author C.J. Carter-Stephenson. With the help of an immersive soundscape and projected images, C.J. will bring two of his horror stories vividly to life.
First on the agenda is AND…
Heritage & History
Milton Keynes
Author Christian Jennings will be in The Fellowship Auditorium at Bletchley Park on 25 January to discuss his book 'The Holocaust Codes – The Untold Story of Decrypting the Final Solution'
Decrypting the German coding system called Domino, used to…
Talks
Portsmouth
Celebrate the Halloween season at the Mary Rose Museum with this unique talk and tour experience, delving into the world of Tudor superstition.
Join curator and historian Hannah Matthews for a riveting talk that will take you on a journey through…
Talks
Portsmouth
Celebrate the Halloween season at the Mary Rose Museum with this unique talk and tour experience, delving into the world of Tudor superstition.
Join curator and historian Hannah Matthews for a riveting talk that will take you on a journey through…
Talks
Selborne, Alton
Join Chris Piper, who regularly undertakes moth surveys at Gilbert White's house, records moths, butterflies and birds for the Selborne Landscape Partnership and joint author of 'Farming in Partnership – A New Natural History of Selborne' as he…
Heritage & History
Milton Keynes
From central London, and the Highlands of Scotland, to Hong Kong and Mauritius, Y Stations were involved in intelligence gathering across all theatres of conflict during the Second World War, yet little is known about their many locations and the…
Theatre
Three Oaks, Guestling
Bowler Crab return on tour in 2024 for The Taming Of The Shrew, one of few comedies new to the company after producing 32 Shakespeare tours in the last eleven years.
The Taming Of The Shrew is a controversial comedy that explores the…
Bed & Breakfast
Ascot
Spacious, modern bungalow in quiet secluded location. Large garden. Four miles from Windsor and 15 miles from Heathrow. Convenient for Ascot, Thames Valley and London. Rooms en suite, non-smoking, ground-floor accommodation.
History and Heritage
CHICHESTER
A chance to see and hear the stories of heroes, in the air and on the ground, from World War 1 to the Cold War. Record breaking aircraft and others that have starred in films.
Beach
Whitstable
As you walk along the Whitstable front you will come to grassy banks that gently slope down to the beach, characterised by pretty wooden beach huts and an established sailing club.
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