Brighton
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
Brandon
Looking for things to do this February half term in Suffolk Escape the ordinary and head to Go Ape Thetford, set in the heart of High Lodge near Brandon, for an unforgettable outdoor adventure.
Perfect for families, friends, and thrill seekers, Go…
Childrens Events
Aylesbury
This February half-term, enjoy a fun-filled family day out with the grounds open from Sat 14 to Sun 22 Feb (closed Mon 16 and Tues 17), 10am–4pm. Children go free (grounds admission applies for adults) and there's plenty for everyone to enjoy, from…
Gardens
Waterperry
There are few better places to celebrate the arrival of spring than Waterperry Gardens in Oxfordshire, where the historic ornamental gardens provide the perfect setting for the Galanthus. These wonderful little heralds of spring carpet the old…
Countryside
Waterperry
There are few better places to celebrate the arrival of spring than Waterperry Gardens in Oxfordshire, where the historic ornamental gardens provide the perfect setting for the Galanthus. These wonderful little heralds of spring carpet the old…
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.
Sporting Events
Dunmow
We are delighted to welcome the Felsted 10k back to the race calendar, hosted by Grange Farm and Dunmow Runners. The slightly new and improved route will take you along quiet country roads through Felsted, featuring surrounding villages and hamlets.…
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 Markets – 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…
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…
Concert
Windsor
Bringing you the unforgettable sound of Christmas at Windsor Castle, these popular concerts featuring the Choir of St George's Chapel are certain to fill you with festal cheer.
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