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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Music
Bracknell
The Best of Grohl is the ultimate rock show based in the UK dedicated to the legendary rock icon Dave Grohl. Nirvana, Foo Fighters, Queens Of The Stone Age, Tenacious D, Probot & Them Crooked Vultures.
Music
Bexhill on Sea
Celebrate music at this annual festival.
Easter
East Cowes
Head to Osborne on the Isle of Wight this Easter Holidays for a creative day out.
Bring heritage to life with LEGO® bricks from the 12th - 21st April 2025.
Easter
Battle
Step back in time and join English Heritage as we recreate the iconic Battle Abbey Gatehouse in brick art form. Once you've worked your magic, our expert builders will put the pieces together to reveal a marvellous medieval masterpiece.
Water Based Activities
Dengemarsh Road, Lydd
Here's an egg-citing Easter adventure on the Aqua Park at Action Watersports
From 5th - 21st April, we're hiding loads of ducks around the Aqua Park. Spot a special prize duck during your session, and you could win some awesome prizes — from…
Food
Netley Abbey
The Big Eat food festival will be returning to Netley in May 2025, after welcoming a whopping 28,000 people to last year’s event.
The Big Eat is returning to Royal Victoria Country Park for the fourth consecutive year after securing headline…
Summer
Chichester and Arundel
Get ready for Chichester and Arundel’s first large scale outdoor art trail!
30 giant owl sculptures will be swooping into public green spaces, Chichester high street and harbour, and Arundel’s historic town centre during the summer holidays,…
Free Event
Poling, Arundel
When: 10 July-1 September
Where: Chichester and Arundel
About: Get ready for Chichester and Arundel's first large-scale outdoor art trail, in aid of local children's hospice Chestnut Tree House.
Thirty big and thirty small owl sculptures will be…
Shopping
Farnborough
With hundreds of exhibitors and retailers to shop from and more key brands coming back on board, they are planning to bring you another great Big One experience in 2024 – one not to be missed!
Festival
Worplesdon
75+ wellness specialists offering massage, reiki, reflexology, head massage, herbs, natural remedies plus farmers market, vintage stalls, food village, boho, alternative, along with free/paid activities iand free wellness talks.
Tickets via…
Free Event
Windsor
The choir, known for its heartwarming performance at Britain's Got Talent 2023 will be bringing nearly 300 members, young and old, for a touching FREE performance across 3 distinct Windsor landmarks on August 10th
Fresh from their success on…
Childrens Events
High Wycombe
This year the Big Day Out returns in a brand-new format, as one big weekend, and it's set to be bigger and better than ever before.
Pub/Inn
Fulmer, Buckinghamshire
Lying at the heart of a captivating conservation village deep in the valleys, the Black Horse was born from various 17th-century cottages, which have now come together in perfect harmony to form this appealing rural pub.
Pub/Inn
Wantage
Angus and Stephanie Tucker welcome you to the Blowing Stone which under their guidance was totally refurbished and re launched in July 2009
Pub/Inn
Witney
Beer, Bread, Blankets. These are the staples that historically, Witney is famous for. The Blue Boar redefines these symbols, providing a stylish bar, restaurant and rooms in which quality and comfort is paramount.
Children welcome from any age…
Real Ale
Emsworth
The Blue Bell is a busy local village pub serving fresh local fish and home cooked food at reasonable prices. Wonderful jovial atmosphere and excellent service.
Heritage & History
Bognor Regis
A brand-new immersive experience by artist Matt Reed comes to Bognor Regis Esplanade until September 2025
Pub/Inn
High Wycombe
We offer traditional pub favourties, along side a regularly changing specials board. We serve food at lunch and dinner, so if you want a quick bar snack or a leisurely meal you can dine in our bar or restaurant.
Music
Winchester
Following last year's sell-out Edinburgh run, the self-styled hardest-working beefcakes in alcohol-based infotainment are back… with a brand-new musical extravaganza complete with five free drinks for every audience member!
Sip back and marvel as…
Film
Maidenhead
Dir: Hayao Miyazaki 2023 | 123 mins
Dubbed in English.
A young boy named Mahito yearning for his mother ventures into a world shared by the living and the dead. There death comes to an end, and life finds a new beginning.
A semi-autobiographical…
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