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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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Christmas
Cobham
Get into the festive spirit and join Helen from Wallace Lettering for a relaxed two-hour workshop at Painshill.
You will learn how to create your own lovely Christmas decorations using contemporary "faux" calligraphy techniques in this enjoyable…
Food
Rye
Webbe's last cookery school of the year and it is all about Christmas!
Christmas
Beaconsfield
The festive season is when the village comes alive with lights and wintery scenes and this year is no different. If you are here in the afternoon as dusk approaches, admire the lights coming on in buildings across the village and how this…
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.
Christmas
Southampton
Celebrate the season with light, music, and festive cheer at our lantern workshop, procession and festive singalong event!
Christmas
Gorelands Lane, Chalfont St. Giles
Full of Christmas cheer, the Festive Weekend returns to Chiltern Open Air Museum on 6 & 7 December! This year the Ragged Victorians are joining the celebration, bringing a traditional Dickensian Christmas to life in our historic buildings.
Listen…
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…
Talks
London
Ever wondered where Operation Mincemeat was filmed in London? Or which iconic backdrops from Sherlock Holmes were shot here? Step into the world of espionage, mystery and adventure on our brand-new Spies, Sleuths and Superheroes film tour. From Slow…
Christmas
Waterperry
Help Santa find his missing Reindeer who are lost all around the gardens! £4.50 per child with a prize.
Children must be accompanied by an adult for whom the normal garden entrance fee applies.
Open 10am until 5pm daily no pre-booking required…
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.
Talks
Ramsgate
Our lead Historian, has once again been sequestered in the archives and has emerged with another captivating talk, taking place on Saturday, 22nd November, at 18:30.
During the First World War, Ramsgate found itself in the firing line as the new…
Music
Maidenhead
Playing European music that is evocative, inventive and endlessly exciting.
Firelight Trio is a mighty new group featuring Fatea instrumentalist of the year 2023 Gavin Marwick (fiddle), accordionist Phil Alexander (Moishe's Bagel) and Ruth Morris…
Theatre
Winchester
Norman wants to go on an adventure to impress his friends, so when two famous animal explorers arrive in Pontypandy, he decides to follow them into the mountains.
But when Norman discovers a rare red squirrel, one of the explorers decides to take…
Fireworks
Bordon
Back for another year of incredible fireworks, The Shed will be putting on a display like no other!
Fireworks
Portsmouth
The Portsmouth Fireworks Display returns for 2025, with a spectacular event planned for Southsea Common.
Fireworks
Romsey
Get ready for an unforgettable evening at our annual Fireworks Night! Join us for a dazzling display, great food, and family fun.
Bonfire Night
Atlantic Park View, Cutbush lane, Southampton
Fireworks at Townhill Park House! Burgers, bar and childrens stall. Pains Fireworks display.
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