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
Station Road, Tenterden
Be a Nature Detective this February Half Term 2024
Kids for a Quid
Join us onboard our Steam hauled trains this February Half Term -
Come rain or shine you'll have a wonderful time!
With accompanied children travelling for just £1, there's never…
Childrens Events
Station Road, Tenterden
Be a Nature Detective this February Half Term
Kids go FREE!
Join us this February Half Term - come rain or shine you'll have a wonderful time!
Children travel FREE with a full fare paying adult, so there's never been a better time to visit the…
Outdoor Event / Activities
Richmond
Let your imagination go wild this Easter with an Alice in Wonderland themed family trail in Richmond.
Hop into a world of wonder this Easter as you help Alice and her friends track down the White Rabbit on a free, fun family trail around Richmond…
Festival
Portsmouth
Beach Dubbin' - the ultimate VW show by the sea - returns to Southsea Common for 2024!
Garden
Worthing
Superb gardens with 5 international class flat bowling greens. The park also contains formal ornamental gardens, tennis courts and colourful floral displays.
Festival
Eastbourne
Beach Life Music and Street Food Festival, the south coast's funkiest weekend is back and guaranteed to keep you entertained all weekend long!
This packed two days features a Music Stage & Bar, street food to tantalize the taste-buds , Skate Park,…
Coastal Destinations
Beachy Head
Beachy Head, with its dramatic white cliffs and gently undulating downs, is an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and tranquillity.
Special Events
Uckfield
A huge railway event which everyone should come and be part of!
The Bluebell Railway is proud to be launching Britain's newest steam locomotive- 32424 'Beachy Head' between August 23rd and September 1st.
The project, conducted by the dedicated…
Sporting Event
Eastbourne
The Beachy Head Marathon is one the biggest off-road marathons in the UK. It starts and finished on Eastbourne Seafront and is now part of an event that also sees the Ultra-Marathon,10k and Half-marathon all take place over the same weekend with…
Country / Royal Park
Newbury
One of the best known hill forts in England and the site of one of the beacons that formed a network across Hampshire.
General event
Littlehampton
Littlehampton’s Beacon is being lit on Thursday 8 May to commemorate the 80th anniversary of Ve-Day.
From 20:40 you can listen to the Littlehampton Sea Cadets Band near the seafront kiosks before the Town Mayor lights the beacon at 21:15 near the…
Town
Beaconsfield is a small market town in Buckinghamshire with plenty of things to do including the world's oldest model village and popular farm park.
Animal Collection / Zoo
Reading
Located on the banks of the River Thames in Berkshire, Beale Park is home to a unique collection of rare and endangered birds, animals favourites including monkeys, prairie dogs, meerkats and wallabies.
Childrens Events
Faversham
Beastie Day at Brogdale Farm
Date: 9th April
Time: 10am – 3pm
Book your bug show and then join in a mini beast hunt around the orchard and Wildlife Garden.
Meet giant insects – Bug hunt – Outdoor craft – Bring a picnic – Enjoy a day at Brogdale…
Childrens Events
Faversham
Times: 10am – 3pm
Bug Show slots at 10am, 11am and 1pm daily.
Bug Hunts at 11am, 12am and 2pm – no need to book just join in!
Book your bug show and then join in a mini beast hunt around the orchard and Wildlife Garden.
Bookings are non-refundable…
Music
Winchester
Beatles Complete present a night of Beatlemania packed with massive hits from the most influential band of all time.
This Liverpool based 'beat combo' are the youngest ever Beatles band to gain a residency at the Cavern Club in Liverpool where they…
Music
Lock Ln, Maidstone
Kent Life Pavilion Event:
Are you a die-hard fan of The Beatles? Do you long for the days when their music was alive and captivating audiences around the world? Well, look no further because The Fab4 are here to bring back that classic Beatles…
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…