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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Conferences & Weddings
Fareham
Whether you're getting together with your nearest and dearest to celebrate an anniversary, you want to celebrate your engagement with your friends and family or you've welcomed that new bundle of joy and you want to introduce them to the world, look…
Bed & Breakfast
Henley on Thames
Slaters Farm is a comfortable, quiet Georgian house set in one acre of garden including a hard tennis court, which guests are welcome to use.
The bedrooms are smart, bright and welcoming and equipped to a high standard for the comfort of guests…
Village
Slaugham is a small village around an attractive green, and its large lake is one of the sources of the River Ouse. The Norman Church has a 13th century tower with a Victorian clock set in its north side.
Village
Arundel
Slindon village is charming and unspoilt, with brick and flint houses surrounded by beech woods, farms and open downland with many of the houses in the care of the National Trust
Towns & Villages
Slough
Slough is a town in Berkshire, England, about 20 miles west of central London.
Special Events
Yarmouth
Calling all sauna lovers … warm up this winter with Rob da Bank’s first Winter Warmer Slow Motion Wild Spa popping up at Tapnell Farm this November and December – bringing a taste of Finland to the countryside.
Historic Site
Hastings
These acres of caverns conceal Hastings' exhilarating history of smugglers, bootleggers and warring gangs.
Festival
Smugglers Festival is a gathering on the last weekend of summer each year, on a beautiful woodland in East-Kent. It’s a small, intimate festival, rooted in community from the outset.
Self-Catering
Home to the largest collection of self-catering accommodation in the south east and beyond, Snaptrip is a trusted marketplace for travellers to discover cottage, apartment and lodge holidays online.
Country / Royal Park
Newbury
Heathland, valley bog and woodland. Suitable for most quiet recreational activities such as walking and picnicking. Walking distance to Donnington Castle.
Activity Organiser
Christchurch
From taster lessons to advanced coaching, we offer the best tuition for every level of snowboard or skiing enthusiast.
Water Based Activities
Dengemarsh Road, Lydd
Would you like to paddle on the whole lake, having some "you time" and just chill with like minded people.
Monday & Thursday mornings 9:30am and 10:30am, is the best time to bring your own SUP or use one of ours as you enjoy the tranquillity of the…
Sports Ground
Crowborough
Harrisons Rocks in Groombridge provide a combination of some of the best beginner friendly tuition opportunities and most challenging sandstone climbing in the South East, if not in the UK.
Museum
Woodstock
A museum which tells the personal lives of generations of men and women experienced through war.
Hotel
Portsmouth
No Man’s Fort is your Unique Island Hotel, with 23 spacious bedroom suites, restaurants, a cabaret club, bars and lounges, rooftop hot tubs, a hot house and fire pit to toast marshmallows under the night sky.
Hotel
Gunwharf Quays, Portsmouth
Spitbank Fort is a 5 star hotel with eight bedroom. This private island is ideal for couples, a group of friends or corporate use. Our overnight package includes champagne reception, buffet lunch, five course dinner and a full English breakfast.
Christmas
Whiteley
Get ready for an incredible night of Christmas entertainment. Including a stunning 3-course meal, Champagne and nibbles on arrival, and exclusive table service available for you and guests.
Friday 28th November £75
Saturday 29th November…
Museum
Southampton
The museum is uniquely concerned with the development of the aviation and aircraft manufacturing companies in the Solent area over the past century and also houses the Air Training Corps National Museum. The collection includes the Gnat, Sandringham…
Ice Cream Parlour
Deal
Family-run Solley's has been producing delicious dairy ice cream for more than three decades, using the finest ingredients and locally-sourced milk. Enjoy a sumptuous sundae in the Solley's Ice Cream Parlour before picking up some Kentish produce
Festival
Wasing Lane, Aldermaston
For one magical evening Wasing invites festival-goers to come together to mark the Summer solstice, which takes place on the same day everywhere on the planet, connecting everyone in a truly global moment.
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