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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Outdoor Event / Activities
Sarson Lane, Andover
Sunday March 22, May 17 and September 20
10:00am-5:30pm
The Hawk Conservancy Trust are excited to be collaborating with CW Events to bring their visitors an exciting Artisan Market experience on select Sundays throughout 2026!
See the Hawk…
Garden
Godalming
Established in the twentieth century, this hillside arboretum has now been maintained by the National Trust for 60 years and has built up a collection of more than 1,000 different shrubs and trees, many of them rare.
Towns & Villages
Winslow
The historic market town of Winslow was first mentioned in 792 when King Offa gave the area to St Albans Abbey and the King had his very own hunting lodge on the outskirts of the town.
Free Event
Newtown
Birdwatching at Newtown National Nature Reserve Join the National Trust and step into the calm beauty of Newtown with a guided walk through its saltmarshes, meadows, and winding creeks.
Discover birds on guided walk This peaceful corner of…
Markets
Selsfiel Road, Ardingly
Winter Craft Market & Wellbeing Fair – South of England Showground, 29th November 2025
Get ready for a festive day of shopping, self-care, and community spirit at the Winter Craft Market & Wellbeing Fair, taking place on Saturday 29th November 2025…
Family
Romsey
The plants may be sleeping, but the garden is still full of life! Come for a winter stomp and see which birds are braving the chill.
Theatre
Eastbourne
The Winter Garden consists of the Floral Hall, Gold Room and Devonshire Halls, used for functions, music, shows, conferences, exhibitions and comedy clubs.
Arts
Romsey
The Association for Contemporary Jewellery (ACJ) Wessex proudly presents Winter Jewels 2025, an inspiring exhibition of handcrafted jewellery by leading studio makers from across Hampshire, Dorset, and Wiltshire. Now in its 13th year, Winter Jewels…
Nature
Lingfield
Winter Photography Days offer excellent value for money with a slightly shorter itinerary to suit daylight hours.
Tour
Chinnor
Join the trains at either Chinnor or Princes Risborough stations and then sit back, relax and enjoy the winter panorama alongside the Chiltern Hills
Other
Margate
Trade the frenzy for the calm coast! This winter, Margate's Turner Contemporary hosts an exclusive three-week program dedicated to well-being. Expect unique, immersive events, from Ayurvedic supper clubs to creative explorations around rest.…
Walking
Southwick
Wrap up for the Winter Wonderland Walk in support of the Rowans Hospice.
Childrens Events
Great Missenden
Wander into a Winter Wonka-land this February at the Roald Dahl Museum!
Step into the world of Tim Burton's Charlie and the Chocolate Factory and see original props from the 2005 classic – from Wonka bars to sorting squirrels and Oompa-Loompas.…
Outdoor Event / Activities
Weyhill, Andover
Our magical Winter Woodland Lights event is back! Unlike any light show or owl flying display that you will have ever seen before, you’ll experience beautiful illuminations and a live owl display set in a stunning, colourful woodland.
Arts
Fawley, Henley-on-Thames
Join us for a creative and relaxing workshop at the beautiful and scenic Oaken Grove Vineyard. In this hands-on session, you'll be guided step-by-step through designing and crafting your own wire craft flowers.
Arts
West Sussex
Unwind, create, and explore the delicate beauty of wire flower art.
In this 2-hour workshop, you'll be guided step by step through the enchanting process of crafting beautiful, everlasting flowers and leaves from metal wire.
You'll begin by…
Village
Billingshurst
Wisborough Green lies in the northwest corner of West Sussex, astride the A272 east-west main road. The River Arun and its flood plain to the east and the heavily wooded high ground to the west maintain the essentially rural nature of the Parish and
Gardens
Woking
Explore our floral extravaganza at RHS Garden Wisley, with spectacular displays, specialist nurseries, fabulous shopping and much more. The National Dahlia Society Show will happen on 2 & 3 September, with A Celebration of Dahlias occurring on 4 – 6…
Picnic Site
Godalming
The common is an area of woodland and heathland which was used as an army camp in both world world wars. Witley common is easily accessible with footpaths are clearly marked. This land is managed by the National Trust and is a lovely spot for a pi
Towns & Villages
Witney
Known across the world for blanket making, especially in North America where the Witney Point Blanket was traded in exchange for furs, the town owes its prosperity to the wool trade.
Witney is the largest of the market towns in the Oxfordshire…