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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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 Spectacular Fawley Parish Council is over the moon to invite you to a truly magical evening - the Waterside's very first silent firework display, perfectly choreographed to music and designed so everyone can…
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…
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.
Theatre
Fareham
As part of Ferneham Hall's 30th Anniversary Celebrations we will be presenting some extra special shows that have never appeared in Fareham before.
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.
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.
Arts
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…
Food
Rye
Webbe's last cookery school of the year and it is all about Christmas!
Christmas
Beaconsfield
Bekonscot Model Village & Railway are busy working away in the background to plan the Christmas festivities.
Christmas
East Cowes
Christmas activities and festive fun at Osborne Visit Osborne this Christmas season for a barrel of laughs and festive fun!
Enjoy festive activities including storytelling and music.
Event Venue
Worthing
A popular facility offering bowls, petanque, a centre for artists and potters, the Barn Theatre, and other activities. There are lovely grounds with childrens play area and the Model Engineers miniature railway (see events).
Exhibitions
Brighton
FiLiA works hard to create a platform where women's voices can be heard, connected, and amplified. This conference/exhibition is only possible because of a monumental volunteer effort, and together with our wider community, we are making FiLiA2025…
Heritage & History
Cobham,
This summer, visitors to Painshill in Cobham can enjoy a unique walk through words and nature thanks to a new poetry trail created by Painshill's first Poet-in-Residence, Nia Broomhall, in collaboration with the local community.
Opening on 19…
Towns & Villages
Fingest is often described as the perfect example of an unspoilt village, with medieval and Georgian cottages clustered around the churchyard, nestling in the Chiltern Hills.
Farm
Andover
Finkley Down Farm is the place to go! There is always so much to see and do. You can join in with the activities scheduled throughout the day; cuddle a rabbit, or groom a pony; you'll scarcely have time to play on the adventure playground.