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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Markets
Herstmonceux
Herstmonceux Village Summer Market
10am-4pm
The Market Cafe
Scrumptious array of food and a dazzling array craft, art and artisan.
Fun for the whole family
Free Entry Free Parking
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Vehicle Hire
Gatwick
Located just out of central London, car rental from Gatwick Airport allows you the flexibility to explore this iconic city at your own pace, as well as the acting as a gateway to the wider southern region of England.
Wedding Organisers & Services
Edenbridge
Hever Castles is a historical castle, most famous for being the childhood home of Anne Boleyn, one of Henry V111's ill fated wives.
Historic House / Palace
Edenbridge
Romantic 13th century moated castle, once Anne Boleyn's childhood home. Magnificently furnished interiors, spectacular award winning gardens.
Heritage & History
Edenbridge
Step back in time at Hever Castle during the August bank holiday weekend. Immerse yourself in different periods of history with encampments and re-enactments from the Middle Ages to as recent as 20th Century. Get up close to weaponry and suits of…
Special Events
Waterlooville, Portsmouth
HEX Pro Wrestling is back for its huge April Weekender!
Hex Pro (so called for its unique 6-sided ring) prides itself on producing the best in ring wrestling product that is suitable for all ages and all for one low price. We gather the very…
Theatre
Chichester
Enchanting, funny and heart-warming, this festive story about the importance of finding friendship and somewhere to call home, was created especially for Chichester Festival Theatre by Michael Morpurgo.
Tree is rescued from the forest on Christmas…
Heritage / Visitor Centre
Lower Heyford, Bicester
Just 20 minutes from Banbury or Oxford takes you to the idyllic Heyford Wharf with its convenient rail station alongside. Our 200 year old working boatyard offers a village shop, gifts, bistro cafe, dayhire and holiday boats, and cycle hire.
Comedy
Holmer Green
HGSA are very excited to be hosting a Comedy Night!
Russell 'Valentino' Hall will be our hilarious comedian for the evening!
An evening of Adult Only Stand Up Comedy, cheesy music and even audience participation.
The event is NOT for the easily…
Dance / Dancing
Winchester
Jaw-dropping dance-circus
Internationally renowned dance-circus company Motionhouse returns to Winchester, with its brand-new production Hidden, which will premiere in the UK in February 2025.
A continuation of artistic director Kevin Finnan's…
Walking Tour
Basingstoke
Hidden Britain Tours offer three full-day, Hampshire tours, the most popular of which is the Jane Austen Dancing Years Tour. Visit her birthplace, the “cradle of her genius”, the church where her father was rector and trace the people she mentions…
Gardens
Grayshott
On 25th & 26th May over 35 gardens & attractions are opening their gates in the village. Whether you want ideas on how to transform a new build plot, experience the amazing views our gardens offer or just be inspired then this two-day event is…
Guest House
Worthing
The guest house is within easy walking distance of Worthing town centre and all amenities, restaurants and bars. Wonderful sea-views from the first floor rooms.
Garden
Haywards Heath
High Beeches Woodland and Water Garden is a beautiful, tranquil and historic garden of some 27 acres. It was begun more than 100 years ago and is full of rare and important plants and trees.
Circus
Winchester
The High Jinx show is back on tour for 2024 with another jam packed show filled with amazing magic, incredible illusions and crazy circus thrills that are sure to leave you amazed, puzzled but above all entertained.
With his captivating…
Towns & Villages
The High Weald is a medieval rural landscape at the heart of South East England, celebrated for its rolling hills, abundant woods and hedges, scattered farmsteads and sunken lanes.
Towns & Villages
High wycombe
Buckinghamshire's largest town & once 'Furniture Capital of England', High Wycombe is a lively, modern place with many attractions & points of interest.
Tourist Information Centres
High Wycombe
Situated within the foyer of the new High Wycombe Library within the Eden Shopping Centre in High Wycombe, the Tourist Information centre is just a short distance from the town's bus station.
Castles & Stately Homes
Newbury
Highclere Castle is a splendid example of early Victorian architecture. The home of the Earl & Countess of Carnarvon, the Castle hosts a unique display of Egyptian antiquities & is the location of the hugely popular TV series, Downton Abbey
Camping & Caravan Site
Beaconsfield
Peaceful Touring park quiet yet close to Windsor & London. Tents, motor vans and touring caravans welcome. Accessible facilities, luxury showers and laundrette. Open all year round (except February). Small shop on site, pub 1/4 mile.