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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Pub/Inn
Portsmouth
The Still & West is a relaxing country pub with stunning views overlooking the entrance to Portsmouth Harbour. Steeped in history, we're a family friendly pub with an impressive gastro-style menu and an excellent selection of real ales.
Alternative Accommodation
Hove
The Stirling Arms Pub & Rooms, based in central Hove, East Sussex, boasts four cosy guest bedrooms with en suite bathrooms - perfect for those short getaways with the family.
Museum
Oxford
Our schools performances, exhibitions and workshops help children engage with and enjoy stories. Transforming your
school into a ‘story museum’ for the day can be one of the most inexpensive, inclusive and powerful ways of stimulating everyone’s…
Arts
Winchester
World premiere of a light and sound show by Luxmuralis.
Experience the world premiere of "The Storytellers," an enchanting immersive son et lumière event set within the breath taking Winchester Cathedral.
This immersive walking tour invites…
Theatre
Brighton
From 1915 to 1940, Michael Dillon struggled against a world that insisted he was a girl. The only way he could live a full life was to invent gender affirming care for trans men. Body aligned, he began work on his soul. Heart-break, world travel,…
Road Cycling
Guildford
All inclusive guided bike tours of the Surrey Hills, only 35 minutes by train from central London. Bikes, helmets and tour guide are provided. You can see so much more by bike: hidden villages and woodlands; points of interest; incredible views; and…
Towns & Villages
The Surrey Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty is a nationally treasured landscape. It is rich in wildlife, woodland, attractive market towns and villages.
Arts
Haywards Heath
Visit the Sussex Guild Show at Ardingly College, a 19th century Gothic style red brick building steeped in history and set in 250 acres of beautiful West Sussex countryside. Meet contemporary craft makers from whom you may buy directly, or…
Arts
Haywards Heath
The Sussex Guild is delighted to be adding a new venue to our events schedule this year on 1 and 2 June. Ardingly College will host Sussex Guild makers in the light and airy buildings of the Chapel, the Old Dining Hall and studio in its famed 19th…
Arts
Bexhill-on-Sea
Over fifty Guild makers will exhibit beautiful, hand-made crafts produced in small workshops and ateliers across Sussex & adjacent counties at the iconic De La Warr Pavilion this Autumn. The Guild's seventh show at this popular venue will have a…
Arts
Henfield
The Sussex Guild is delighted to be exhibiting once again in Henfield Hall on 5 & 6 April. The Contemporary Craft Show will take place throughout the main hall, foyer and garden suite. Delicious homemade refreshments will be available in the café…
Arts
Henfield
The Sussex Guild is delighted to be exhibiting once again in Henfield Hall on 27 & 28 April. The Contemporary Craft Show will take place throughout the main hall, foyer and garden suite. Delicious homemade refreshments will be available in the café…
Arts
Hailsham
This summer the Sussex Guild will be returning to Michelham Priory, a 12th Century Priory with a Tudor extension, situated on a picturesque moated island. Enter through an impressive gatehouse and combine a visit to the past with talking to…
Arts
Midhurst
This year's Sussex Guild show at Midhurst will feature over fifty designers, exhibiting a wide range of contemporary crafts. You'll find a colourful feast of creativity to brighten the dark days of winter and provide inspiration for unique and…
Arts
Nr Wadhurst
The Sussex Guild is exhibiting over the August Bank Holiday at Pashley Manor Gardens. Selected for their high degree of skill and creativity, Guild designers will be showing their work in a large marquee in front of the Grade I listed oak framed…
Speciality Shop
LEWES
A group of highly-skilled designer makers. The Sussex Guild aims to inspire and encourage public appreciation of fine craftsmanship at its HQ Shop & Gallery and annual contemporary craft show programme at a variety of Sussex venues.
Wedding Organisers & Services
Reading
A boutique property located on the banks of the River Thames in the picturesque village of Streatley. The hotel boasts just 45 individually styled bedrooms and the award winning Cygnetures restaurant.
Restaurant
Streatley-on-Thames
The Swan at Streatley is in a picturesque Berkshire village offering a hotel bar and coffee shop or dine in the Coppa Club.
Hotel
Reading
On the banks of the Thames in a picturesque Berkshire village, The Swan at Streatley offers newly refurbished bedrooms including some with riverside views. Relaxed in the riverside bar, coffee shop and terrace, or dine in the Coppa Club. The Swan…
Pub/Inn
Denham, Buckinghamshire
When you pull up outside the Swan Inn you’re sure to ask yourself ‘what more could I want than this Georgian, wisteria-clad pub standing in a stunning village location?'
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