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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Church / Chapel
Guildford
A beautiful church on the North Downs Way, it offers great views of the countryside.
Meeting Venues
Steyning
St. Mary’s House is an enchanting Grade I Historic House situated in the downland village of Bramber. It is surrounded by formal and topiary gardens with pools and fountains. The romantic surroundings make it a perfect venue for weddings.
Historic Site
Steyning
An enchanting historic c1470 timber-framed house, with magnificent gardens, and a tearoom, in the picturesque award-winning downland village of Bramber, West Sussex ... a place of fascination and mystery.
Abbey / Priory
Farnborough
Saint Michael’s Abbey, Farnborough, is a contemplative monastery of monks of the Benedictine Order about thirty miles from London, England.
Beach
Westgate-on-Sea
A beautiful cliff lined sandy bay with promenade and tidal pool.
Church / Chapel
Hungerford
Alabaster nobles and wall paintings in a rural idyll.
This simple little church, with pre-Norman origins, stands in an idyllic spot beside a water meadow next to the River Lambourn.
Its village has long since vanished, but the spirit of the…
Towns & Villages
St Margarets At Cliffe
This beautiful hidden gem of White Cliffs Country has at its heart the picturesque seaside village of St. Margaret's-at-Cliffe and secluded cove at St. Margaret's Bay.
Church / Chapel
Capel Le Ferne
Basically a Norman church from the 14th Century with significant wall paintings of 13th Century on the north wall.
Towns & Villages
Andover
St Mary Bourne is a quintessential English village with chocolate box thatch cottages, a small chalk stream and traditional village pubs.
Self-Catering
Rochester
Luxury Oak Beamed Cottages, set in 20 acres overlooking Thames. Perfect base for walking, birdwatching, sightseeing or relaxed family fun.
Music
Maidenhead
Join us for our Stage of Stars, hosted by the Thames Valley Adventure Playground, with Alex Horne, their Patron keeping them all in check on the night.
We are a charity supporting children and adults with special needs and this will be a truly…
Bus & Coach
Oxford
Offering information on local stagecoach bus services in Oxfordshire, including Medabus and Oxford tube service.
Stagecoach in Oxfordshire carries over 13 million passengers a year and operates over 10 million miles.
Arts
Hailsham
Design and make your own stained-glass panel using traditional techniques. Perfect for complete beginners or those with some experience.
You'll learn:
• Glass cutting, leading, soldering & cementing
• How to design and build a hanging panel (6–12…
Towns & Villages
Staines
Now known as Staines-upon-Thames, it is a bustling town which attracts scores of visitors to its impressive retail areas of The Elmsleigh Centre and Two Rivers daily.
Heritage & History
Aylesbury
The thought provoking Standing with Giants exhibition is returning to Waddesdon Manor with their D-Day 1475 installation in Autumn 2026.
Exhibitions
Aylesbury
Ahead of the residency this Autumn, there is an opportunity on Friday 10 April to wave off a special convoy departing Waddesdon Manor for Normandy, where the silhouettes will be displayed at Ver-Sur-Mer for 6 months.
The silhouettes themselves…
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