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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Childrens Events
Birchington, Thanet
Become a Zoo Curator for a Day!
This October Half Term, your little explorers can get hands-on with skeletons and skulls at the Powell-Cotton Museum!
Pick up your Curator's Card, complete bone-rattling challenges and use your x-ray imagination to…
Outdoor Event / Activities
Portsmouth
Beats & Eats Portsmouth brings live music and street food to its new home on Castle Field.
Towns & Villages
Looking over the mill pond at Beaulieu in Hampshire towards the famous Palace House is one of the most stunning views in the New Forest. Beaulieu village itself, at the head of the tidal Beaulieu River, is charming, with its lovely old houses, small…
Run / Rally
New Forest
Returning for its second year, Beaulieu Bikers' Day will take place on Saturday 21st June, an unmissable day out for motorbike fans.
No matter what the age, make or model of your motorbike, the Beaulieu Bikers' Day is open to all. So pull on your…
Outdoor Event / Activities
New Forest
We are delighted to announce the return of Beaulieu Bikers' Day on Saturday 6 June 2026.
No matter what the age, make or model of your motorbike, the Beaulieu Bikers' Day is open to all. So pull on your leathers and ride into Beaulieu for a great…
Country House Hotel
Beaulieu
Located in 2 1/2 acres of grounds in an isolated forest setting. Indoor leisure facilities, excellent cuissine and a warm welcome is guaranteed. Saturdays are not available for 1 night bookings
Civil Licensed Venues
Brockenhurst
The historic Domus, one of the original buildings of Beaulieu's picturesque 13th century Abbey provides an enchanting and unique setting for your wedding day.
Water Based Activities
Beaulieu
Beaulieu River Tours with New Forest Activities are great for those looking for a good amount of time out on the water.
Paddle down the Beaulieu River in the stable 'Canadian style' canoes and explore the history, wildlife of this beautiful part of…
Outdoor Event / Activities
New Forest
Beaulieu Supercar Weekend will return on Saturday 2nd & Sunday 3rd August 2025. This must-see family spectacular brings some of the world's most exclusive and desirable motors to Beaulieu.
This event is a must for all supercar enthusiasts,…
Special Events
New Forest
Beaulieu Supercar Weekend will return on Saturday 1 – Sunday 2 August 2026. This must-see family spectacular brings some of the world's most exclusive and desirable motors to Beaulieu.
This event is a must for all supercar enthusiasts, providing an…
Museum
Beaulieu
Come to Beaulieu in the heart of the New Forest and discover the many delights that one of the UK’s leading Tourist Attractions has to offer.
Performance
Portsmouth
The Groundlings Theatre Pantomime is back, and this year it's the family classic Beauty and the Beast.
Special Events
Bletchley
Join the ranks of the Bletchley Park codebreakers in this interactive session and get to grips with the basics of cryptology. Try your hand at deciphering different kinds of coded messages before tackling a German Enigma-enciphered text. You will…
Sporting Events
Goudhurst
Experience racing perfection beneath the majestic pines at Bedgebury! If the weather has been inclement in the days leading up to race day, you can expect mud! mud! mud! - all adding to the joy of racing this iconic trail. You can expect a start…
Sporting Events
Goudhurst
Experience racing perfection beneath the majestic pines at Bedgebury!
Sporting Events
Goudhurst
Enjoy the epic scenery, the race day buzz and delight in every twist and turn of this traffic free trail. Perfect for novices and experienced athletes alike, the course meanders through the narrow trails of this beautiful woodland. If the weather…
Forest
CRANBROOK
The National Pinetum is a world-class collection of dramatic conifers and a beautiful setting for a country walk in all seasons.
Outdoor Event / Activities
Faversham
Bee safari walk – Bee hive learning lab – Bee crafts – Mini wildflower souvenir
We're going on a Bee Safari Hunt! Search and identify different types of pollinators and learn more about the many Bee varieties.
Self-Catering
Chipping Norton
Enjoy the company of family and friends in a very comfortable house. Situated in an Area of Natural Outstanding Beauty, an elegant and relaxing base for exploring the lovely Cotswold Hills and villages nearby. Blenheim Palace, Woodstock, Oxford,…
Outdoor Event / Activities
Faversham
Do you like the idea of keeping bees and becoming British beekeepers but don't know where to start? Then this is the perfect course for you!
Spend a day in beautiful surroundings learning the basics of beekeeping and bee management with our…