Reading, Berkshire
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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Family Fun & Activities
Worthing
Splash Point is a notable landmark on Worthing's promenade, and now transformed into an exciting public space. With its grove of tamarisk trees, engraved slate boulders, imaginative new seating and water feature, it is enchanting by day or night.
Childrens Events
Waterperry
Join us October half term for our annual spooky Halloween Hunt around the gardens. Find the spooky characters hidden around the garden, mark that you've found them on the sheet provided and collect a scary prize at the end.
£4.50 per child with a…
Childrens Events
Portsmouth
A spine-chilling pumpkin trail to explore the spooky stories of Portsmouth's past.
Childrens Events
Haywards Heath
Join us for a 45-minute Spook-tacular Monster Party, the ultimate kids' Halloween event packed with frightfully fun monster-themed games, a lively disco, and lots of thrilling prizes. Designed to entertain little ones, our event features ghoulish…
Water Based Activities
Beaulieu
With so much history and stories of resident ghosts, are you brave enough to paddle the Beaulieu River's dark waters by moonlight? Come in your best fancy dress and head out on the water in illuminated canoes, stopping along the way to hear ghoulish…
Halloween
Winchester
Head to Winchester, Hampshire, this October half term for some FREE frightful family fun
Join in the city-wide Halloween-themed trail, for kids and big kids alike. All you need to do is seek out nine Halloween-themed words hidden in the…
Bed & Breakfast
Oxford
A friendly, family-run Victorian house overlooking Queens Sports Grounds ad Boathouse. Situated near the city centre. Rooms furnished and decorated to a high standard.
Outdoor Event / Activities
Titmus Drive, Crawley
Looking for an exciting and unforgettable family adventure this spring? Look no
further than Go Ape Crawley. Nestled in the heart of Tilgate Park, Go Ape's
adventure park offers a thrilling experience for all ages.
Soar through the trees on…
Beach
Seaview
Springvale Beach stretches from Puckpool to Seaview on the north coast of the Isle of Wight and is made up of a mixture of shingle and sand.
Meeting Venues
Eastern Docks, Southampton
SS Shieldhall is a heritage cargo/passenger steamship included in the National Historic Fleet. Launched on the Clyde in 1955, she was built on classic lines and retains her original machinery and traditional wheelhouse. Withdrawn from commercial…
Boat Trip
Southampton
Shieldhall was laid down in October 1954 and entered service in October 1955. Built by Lobnitz & Co of Renfrew, she is of special interest as she was built on older classic lines with a traditional wheelhouse, of riveted and welded construction with
Pub/Inn
Oxford
The St Aldates Tavern is perfectly located right in the heart of the City of Oxford. We're just a stones throw away from the High Street in between the hustle and bustle of the shopping areas and the relative tranquillity of some of Oxford…
Abbey / Priory
Canterbury
This great Abbey, marking the rebirth of Christianity in southern England, was founded in AD 597 by St Augustine.
Museums & Galleries
Lymington
St. Barbe Museum explores the unique history of Lymington and the New Forest Coast. Take a journey and discover the people, places and events that have made the New Forest coast unique with our up-to-date interactive museum displays. Experience some…
Nature Reserve
Winchester
Flower-rich chalk grassland cloaks this hill which is of great conservation and archaeological importance.
Camping & Caravan Site
Ryde
Welcome to St Helens holiday Resort, a coastal retreat on the Isle of Wight and a firm favourite for luxury getaways. Families, couples or dog owners, your search for a UK island escape ends here.From February through to the end of October, you can…
Church / Chapel
Rochester
St James' Church dates from the late 13th century. No evidence of an earlier building survives. It seems likely that the de Cobham family, who held the manor from 1241, were instrumental in its construction.
Church / Chapel
READING
Built between 1836 and 1840 St James Roman Catholic Church was built from designs by A. W Pugin architect of the Palace of Westminster. The church is located next to Reading Abbey ruins, between Forbury Gardens and Reading Gaol.
Music
Maidenhead
Beethoven Fantasia in C minor for piano, chorus and orchestra Symphony No.9 (Choral)
Kirsty Taylor-Stokes (soprano)
Veena Akama-Makia (mezzo-soprano)
Michael Gibson (tenor)
Ross Ramgobin (baritone)
Meng Yan Pang (piano)
St John's Chamber…
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