Maidstone, Kent
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
MAIDSTONE
Maidstone Carriage Musuem is home to a unique collection of horse-drawn vehicles & transport curiosities. More than 60 vehicles displayed, from grand carriages & ornate sleighs to antique sedan chairs & Victorian cabs, even an original ice
Christmas
Maidstone
Kick off your Christmas with a visit to the popular Maidstone Christmas Light Switch on. This event will be taking place at Jubilee Square from 4pm - 7pm.
Literature
Maidstone
The Maidstone Literary festival returns to Kent in October, with an exciting, varied and inclusive programme of events for readers and book lovers of all ages. The festival features local writers alongside award-winning, internationally bestselling…
Museum
Maidstone
Maidstone Museum and Bentlif Art Gallery is an exceptional regional museum housed in the gorgeous Chillington Manor, an Elizabethan manor house.
Tourist Information Centres
Maidstone
Maidstone Visitor Information Centre is now found in the heart of Maidstone Museum, a stone’s throw from Fremlin Walk shopping.
Museum
Faversham
An early 16thC timber-framed building incorporating fragments of a 13thC hospital and shelter for pilgrims. Displays of local history and archaeology.
Theatre
Rye
A new musical by Jeanie O'Hare (book) & Jim Fortune (music & Lyrics)
Over twenty years a silent tragedy has unfolded in the heart of our communities. Entirely innocent sub-postmasters had their lives torn apart and faced bankruptcy, isolation, and…
Childrens Events
Dover
Join characters from the past for historical hijinks and hands on shenanigans at Dover Castle this half term.
Arts
Havant,
Making Space, a craft charity in Havant, will transform for the last weekend in November for our maker-curated winter craft fair.
Making Space will be open to visitors from 4-9pm on Friday 29 November and 11-4pm on Saturday 30 November & Sunday 1…
Arts
Haywards Heath
Immerse yourself in creativity this spring with our Woodblock Printing Workshop, hosted by printmaker Sarah from Sarita Prints Joy. Taking place inside the Garden Marquee, this hands-on workshop will guide you through the art of woodblock printing…
Theatre
Winchester
1590, Nuremburg. A divided Europe stands on the brink of modernity.
Stuck in the middle is Frantz Schmidt, executioner, torturer and, most unusually for his times, diarist. As ideals clash against the backdrop of the ancient gallows, Frantz battles…
Performing Arts
Cliftonville, Margate
Making More Waves is a celebration of performance created in Kent and Essex, featuring some of the region's best-loved creatives as well as emerging performers trying out new work, alongside workshops and professional development opportunities…
Film
Portsmouth
Making Waves Film Festival returns, to extend the cinema experience beyond the expected.
Towns & Villages
Kent
In thriving West Malling, a vibrant contemporary town teams up with a rich past - expect eye-catching architecture and tempting shops.
West Malling boasts plenty of restaurants, pubs, cafés and tea-rooms, while its range of individual stores and…
Hotel
Oxford
The building is part of the Oxford Castle site, and was formerly a prison. As a listed property many of the original features are still in place and several bedrooms have been created by converting old cells.
Music
Littlehampton
Head along to the Beach Cafe, Littlehampton for a Mamma Mia Movie Night & food.
Music
Winchester
Direct from London's West End, MANIA is accepted as the world's number one ABBA tribute show.
A special concert which celebrates the music of ABBA in a respectful and enjoyable way, this production revives memories of when ABBA ruled the airwaves…
Music
Winchester
Direct from London's West End, MANIA is accepted as the world's number one ABBA tribute show.
A special concert which celebrates the music of ABBA in a respectful and enjoyable way, this production revives memories of when ABBA ruled the airwaves…
Music
Winchester
Direct from London's West End, MANIA is accepted as the world's number one ABBA tribute show.
A special concert which celebrates the music of ABBA in a respectful and enjoyable way, this production revives memories of when ABBA ruled the airwaves…
Farm
Sway
Manor Farm is an 18th century family farmhouse on a small working farm in the little village of Sway, on the edge of the beautiful New Forest.
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