Reading, Berkshire
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
Ashford
Ahoy Mateys! Our real-life pirate is visiting the farm this Father’s Day and he can’t wait to meet you and your family! He'll be adding extra, swash-buckling entertainment throughout the day.
Food
Fareham
Celebrate a truly special day. Indulge in a delicious BBQ lunch
with a glass of beer for Dad, enjoy our live entertainment and meet our
famous Thwaites Shire horses who will be with us from 12pm until 1.30pm.
£34.95 per adult I £18.50 per child
To…
Food
Marlow
Father’s Day lunch with real ale. What better way to say thanks Dad, for everything!
Water Based Activities
Beaulieu, Brockenhurst
Treat your Papa to a relaxing paddle on the stunning Beaulieu River this Father's Day with New Forest Activities. Enjoy paddling together through the Beaulieu River Nature Reserve as a family, ending at the Master Builder's pub on the riverside…
Special Events
Edenbridge
Show your dad just how much you love him with a wonderful family day out to Hever Castle on Father’s Day Weekend for our Cars at the Castle event.
Music
Gorelands Lane, Chalfont St. Giles
Father's Day: Hemley Hillbillies Live at COAM
15 June – 11am to 5pm
Listen to the Hemley Hillbillies playing Live at Chiltern Open Air Museum this Father's Day!
Come and explore our 45-acre site and historic buildings and relax on our Village Green…
Towns & Villages
Faversham
Discover Faversham, a picturesque historic market town, located in the heart of the Garden of England.
Tourist Information Centres
Faversham
The Faversham Tourist Information Centre is located in the Fleur de Lis Heritage Centre in the centre of the town in Preston Street. It is open 7 days a week, 10am to 4pm Monday to Saturday, and 10am to 1pm on Sundays
Fireworks
Southampton
Waterside's First-Ever Silent Firework display will take place on Sunday 2nd November 2025 from 5pm until 7.30pm.
Food
Tillington, Petworth
Back for another year, our fantastic Feast in the Vines returns to our Petworth vineyard this August. Indulge in a mouth-watering banquet prepared by The Sussex Chef, who has curated a special menu that celebrates the incredible produce Sussex has…
Music
Bexhill on Sea
2026 and Feast of Fiddles set out on their Annual Tour once again – their 31st.
Two storming performances at the New Forest Folk Festival and Fairport's Cropredy Convention in 2024 promoted what has become their 8th recording and another live…
Childrens Events
Victory Gate, HM Naval Base, Portsmouth
Join Boathouse 4 for a series of Valentine-themed events, running throughout the February Half Term holidays.
Arts
Arundel
Craft garlands, edible wreaths and cookie cutter bird feeders to celebrate the holiday season in your garden, while helping to feed your feathered friends!
Cost: £10 per person, plus price of centre admission ticket. For adults only.
Village
Ferring, Worthing
A lively Sussex seafront village, between Worthing and Littlehampton.
Garden Centre
WORTHING
Providing riding therapy, work experience and training in horticulture, conservation and gardening for adults with learning disabilities.
Free Event
Portsmouth
Save the date for Port Solent's popular Festival of Christmas Market – coming on 6 and 7 December.
Festival
Lewes
Join us for four days this summer to explore the garden in full bloom. Gardeners and growers, artists and activists, designers and thinkers all come together to reimagine how we live with the land, through talks, performances, walks and workshops.
Shopping Malls & Department Stores
Basingstoke
Good shopping is guaranteed at Festival Place, a vibrant 1.1m sq ft shopping centre in the centre of Basingstoke, just off the M3.
Christmas
Shaves Wood Lane, Albourne
Join experienced local artist and teacher Ella Berthoud as she guides you through painting your own personalised and beautifully designed Christmas bauble.
You will have the opportunity to explore a diverse range of designs, create unique patterns,…
Gardens
Haywards Heath
Get into the festive spirit and join Helen from Wallace Lettering for a relaxed two-hour workshop inside the beautifully decorated Animal Room at Borde Hill House.
In this fun, festive session, you'll learn how to use modern 'faux' calligraphy…
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