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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Comedy
Winchester
Join us for a hilarious comedy night.
Winchester's very own comedy legend Paul McCaffrey is back supporting Naomi House & Jacksplace for the third year. He will be joined on stage by friends for an evening of side-splitting stand-up comedy.
All…
Heritage & History
Gorelands Lane, Chalfont St. Giles
31 May & 1 June – 10am to 5pm
Step back in time and immerse yourself in the grandeur of the Napoleonic era at this special Napoleonic Living History Weekend this June.
Witness the military encampments of Wellington, Blucher, and Napoleon's armies,…
Outdoor Event / Activities
New Forest
We are delighted to announce the return of the National Austin Seven Rally on Sunday 29th June 2025, with Austin Sevens from across the United Kingdom and Europe gathering in the Beaulieu parkland.
Join the Pre-War Austin Seven Club as it…
Childrens Events
Hailsham
Join Zoe, an experienced primary school teacher who will be running Nature Maker sessions for children during the summer holidays.
The sessions will be hands-on, eco-friendly, and will include activities such as making "nature wands", "nature…
Christmas
Southsea
Enjoy chart hits, fun giveaways and bottomless brunch this Christmas.
Cottage
Battle
Netherfield Camping in the heart of the East Sussex part of the High Weald National Park is a wonderful experience. The campsite provides a choice of simple grass pitches and “glamping” in bell tents or whacky converted vehicles on a separate part…
Music
Maidenhead
The UK's No.1 Level 42 Tribute return to Norden Farm to bring Level 42's music live.
Step into the world of timeless music with Never 42, an established tribute band renowned for their electrifying performances celebrating the iconic sounds of…
Arts Centre
Farnham
The New Ashgate Gallery curates more than 25 annual exhibitions and workshops of contemporary craft and fine art in the heart of Farnham, World Craft Town. It is a destination for high quality affordable contemporary arts and crafts by established…
Bed & Breakfast
Aylesbury
Modernised farmhouse on working farm bodering Bernwood Forest. Nature reserve, several golf
courses nearby, closest being Magnolia Park 1.25 miles and Studley Wood 1.5 miles. Seven miles
from Oxford, 14 miles from Aylesbury. Convenient for…
Towns & Villages
New Forest National Park is home to some of South East England’s most picturesque countryside & filled with a great variety of things to do & places to stay
Sports Ground
Beaulieu
New Forest Activities is a one-stop shop for booking activities and discovering what there is to do in The New Forest National Park. Based on Beaulieu High Street, the New Forest Activities Booking Centre specialised in providing information about…
Sports Activities
Beaulieu
Whether you're after a fun team day out or something with a little more purpose – we’ve got the perfect experience for you.
Bus / Coach Tour
Lymington
Summer bus service offering a great way to explore the New Forest. Linking Lymington, Hythe, Beaulieu, Buckler's Hard, Exbury Gardens and Lepe.
Music
Maidenhead
Come and enjoy a wonderful teatime concert of uplifting choral music performed by local community choir New Maidenhead Choir and friends. Step into summer with music from contemporary choral to Billy Joel.
Courtyard Theatre
£12 I £8 conc
Towns & Villages
New Milton
New Milton is a market town in south west Hampshire situated on the edge of the New Forest.
Conferences & Weddings
Shirrell Heath
More than just a hotel, New Place has something for everyone; with a Grade I listed Manor House, smart business centre and an array of bedrooms, all surrounded by expansive gardens.
Guest House
Brighton
The New Steine in Brighton, offers modern, comfortable accommodation in a fashionable five-storey Georgian Townhouse in the centre of Brighton, with a contemporary style and a hint of French influence. Located just 3 minutes walk from the Brighton…
Music
Winchester
UK Première
After the "jaw-droppingly stupendous" (Musical Opinion) Dragon of Wantley, NSO's same team has created the UK première production of The Silver Bell (Le Timbre d'argent) by Camille Saint-Saëns, in a newly commissioned English…
Castle / Fort
Gravesend
An 18th-20thC fort with guns and emplacements overlooking the River Thames. The underground magazines have exhibitions on World War II and the aerial bombing of Gravesend.
Theatre
Oxford
The New Theatre, Oxford, is owned by The Ambassador Theatre Group (ATG) who are the biggest theatre owners in the country, owning 40 theatres across the UK.
There has been a theatre on the corner of George Street for almost 170 years. During…
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