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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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Museum
Margate
Margate Museum is opened by a group of volunteers called the Friends of Margate Museum who work with Thanet District Council to open Margate Museum on a regular basis.
Music
Margate
Margate Soul Weekender the ultimate celebration of world-class music, vibrant performances, and soulful connection.
Set against Margate's stunning seaside backdrop, this will include the biggest and best lineup yet!
Town
Margate
Lying on the south eastern coast of Kent, the Isle of Thanet, encompassing the popular seaside resorts of Margate, Broadstairs and Ramsgate, is the perfect place to get away and explore.
Free Event
Nr Cranbrook
Award-winning landscape designer Marian Boswall comes to Sissinghurst Castle for a reading and signing of her latest book 'The Kindest Garden'.
This relaxed, afternoon session will have Marian reading excerpts from the book in our Mediterranean…
Theatre
Chichester
Sister Rosetta Tharpe, the roof-raising 'godmother of rock 'n' roll', influenced countless musicians from Elvis to Johnny Cash. This sparkling, intimate portrait of Rosetta and her beloved singing partner, Marie Knight, restores these forgotten…
Music
Maidenhead
An evening of Greek Rembetika, Reggae, English and African folk music, Bhangra and American Delta Blues.
Iqbal Khan Pathan and Mark T. will bring you a unique collection of sounds which celebrates blues as a worldwide phenomenon.
Iqbal
Iqbal was…
Comedy
Winchester
20 years in stand-up for the Taskmaster cheeky texts icon, multi-award-winner, YouTube cult figure, Radio 4 favourite and recently Baby Reindeer actor: Watson returns after seasons at the Adelaide, Melbourne, Sydney and Edinburgh comedy festivals…
Boutique Hotel
Reading
Retro Industrial Chic hotel with 24 uniquely decorated rooms in the heart of Reading centre.
Museum
Shoreham-by-Sea
Twelfth-century secular building with unusual architectural features. Housing the museum of the history of Shoreham as a port, and a film centre in the early 20th century. Includes maritime paintings, models and special exhibitions.
Towns & Villages
The Thames is at its loveliest as it flows through this pleasant Georgian market town, spanned by an elegant suspension bridge built in 1832.
Christmas
Marlow
Each winter, Marlow's fabulous Christmas lights attract thousands of people to the town centre, to stroll along the High Street from the obelisk at the top to the iconic Marlow Bridge at the bottom, admiring the fairy-tale display. Multiple rows of…
Participatory Event
Marlow
Each year the sight of hundreds of Santas running and walking 5km (3 miles) around the streets of Marlow has provided the town with a glorious spectacle which kicks off the festive season.
Festival
Marlow
The Marlow Town Regatta and Festival is firmly on the map as an annual event, combining a traditional Saturday Rowing Regatta and garden party with a Sunday of wholesome family entertainment and Dragon Boating.
Tea Room/Coffee Shop
Bexleyheath
Located inside the stylish Bexleyheath Marriott hotel is the Copper Restaurant and Planters Bar. Chic and relaxing making it a popular place with the local community.
Conference Venues
Southampton
With its wide range of meeting rooms, two golf courses and superb leisure facilities it is the perfect venue for any type of event.
Golf Course
Southampton
The Marriott Meon valley Hotel & Country Club is set in over 225 acres of the most picturesque areas of Hampshire.
Hotel
Bearsted
A welcoming retreat set in Kent, the Garden of England. Minutes from the M20 and an hour from London. Facilities including swimming pool, beauty spa, gym, 18 hole golf course.
Hotel
Bournemouth
The Marsham Court Hotel offers an excellent location on the exclusive East Cliff overlooking Bournemouth Pier and golden sandy beaches. Only a short stroll from the cosmopolitan town centre, with shops, restaurants, and bars to explore during your…
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