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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Pub/Inn
Polegate
In the shadows of the South Downs, this idyllic flint stone, 17th-century pub has a beautifully tended cottage garden to be proud of - the perfect place for lunch on a sunny day surrounded by blossoming trees and fragrant herbs.
Pub/Inn
Buckingham
Situated in the charming village of Granborough, this 1600 coaching inn has been completely refurbished since it came under new ownership 2013.
Hotel
Abingdon
Old coaching inn, a Listed building, built 1605, with a cobbled courtyard. Close to the town centre and River Thames.
Pub/Inn
Chiddingfold, Surrey
As this ancient jewel comes into view, you can’t help but be captivated by its warped weathered timbers clothed in green creeper, bowed cream-painted walls, crown post roof and lattice windows.
Pub/Inn
Nr Horsham
Award winning country pub with rooms. Family owned and run free house offering well kept local ales, homemade food, two self catering cottages, pub garden plus front patio overlooking the village green. Dog friendly.
Restaurant with Rooms
Nr Horsham
The Crown Inn is an award-winning country pub with four beautifully appointed rooms above the pub as well as two self catering cottages all with a self check-in system. Lunch and dinner are available during pub kitchen opening hours. Dog friendly.
Theatre
Sevenoaks
This exciting drama about the Puritan purge of witchcraft in old Salem is both a gripping historical play and a timely parable of our contemporary society. The story tells how small lies – children's lies – build and build until the suspicions of a…
Nature Trail / Watching
Polegate
The Cuckoo Trail is 11 miles long joining three of the district’s towns, Heathfield, Hailsham and Polegate. It also passes through the villages of Horam and Hellingly.
Special Events
New Forest
The Custom and American Show will return on Father's Day Sunday 15th June 2025 with hundreds of cool American motors, colourful custom cars and bikes, live music and hip entertainment.
Held in association with the Solent Renegades club, and…
Outdoor Event / Activities
New Forest
The Custom and American Show will be returning on Father's Day Sunday 16th June 2024 with hundreds of cool American motors, colourful custom cars and bikes, live music and hip entertainment throughout the day.
Talks
Winchester
An awe-inspiring, multi-media theatrical event
Revel in an unforgettable journey through the Renaissance and rediscover the most exceptional artistic period in history.
Join Mark Rodgers, Director of the production on a unique journey through the…
Museum
Portsmouth
The D-Day Story is the only museum in the UK dedicated to the Allied Invasion in June 1944. It tells the unique personal stories behind this epic event. Also, home to the new fully restored only surviving D-Day Landing Craft LCT 7074, which is…
Hotel
Deddington
16th Century Inn refurbished to a high standard offering 27 ensuite bedrooms including four posters, cottage suites and family rooms.
The 70 cover restaurant is air conditioned and provides an innovative fresh food menu and well constructed…
Restaurants
Deddington
New personnel have made welcome improvements at this old stone built Inn that is handy for both Oxford and the Cotswolds. The newly refurbished dining room exudes spaciousness with an airy feel.
Music
Witney
A magical night of unforgettable live 60s music
Childrens Events
Winchester
Get set for some Brontosaurus-sized fun! Join us on a prehistoric time travel adventure to find out how our dinosaur friends lived in this exciting live science show.
The Dino Show is an action-packed family-friendly 20-minute live show that takes…
Childrens Events
Newport
Brand New for 2025!
When Danny and Dino's favourite rock band are playing their last ever concert, they go on a quest to get the last two tickets. But with a villainous band manager lurking, nothing goes to plan. Will the band perform? Will Danny…
Inn
Maidstone
Traditional coaching inn built 1602, located in a picturesque village square, 5 minutes' drive from Leeds Castle. Regional specialities and ales.
Music
Winchester
As seen on BBC ONE, ITV This Morning, Channel 5, Sky, ITV London; featured in The Times, The Daily Mail and the Metro, and voted the U.K's BEST Dolly Parton Impersonator, West End star - Kelly O'Brien is country legend Dolly Parton.
The only Dolly…
Arts
Tenterden, Tenterden
K&ESR welcomes Mr Doodle !!!
Don't miss this amazing opportunity to watch Mr Doodle doodle a railway carriage on the 26th July.
The completed Doodle carriage will be joining our passenger service throughout the August Bank Holiday
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