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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Festival
Newport
A day long Festival of Folk & Blues set in the stunning grounds of Wolverton Manor, Shorwell, Isle of Wight PO30 3JS.
From the successful launch in 2011, the family friendly festival has been gaining momentum with fantastic bands/artists each year…
Exhibitions
London
This display in the Painted Hall presents documents and artefacts belonging to two of the thousands of Wrens who completed their training at the Royal Naval College during the war years.
Sale
East Hoathly, Lewes
Good new and nearly new women's clothes and accessories for sale to raise funds for refugees
Childrens Events
Great Missenden
Half-term Charlie and the Chocolate Factory Storytelling
Saturday 10 to Sunday 26 February (closed Mondays)
Join us every day during the half-term holiday for storytelling from Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. Our expert storytellers will read…
Arts
Selborne, Alton
An insight into the world of engraving on wood. This print medium produces fine and delicate marks which are created by the engraver to produce an end grain block ready for hand printing. The exhibition shows a variety of styles, and prints are for…
Festival
Ipsden
The award-winning festival of music and nature held in the beautiful Chiltern hills at Braziers Park. Alongside a full programme of musical artists on two stages, Wood hosts two days of talks and interviews, and runs over 50 workshops and activities…
Bed & Breakfast
Arundel
Woodacre offers Bed & Breakfast in a traditional family home with guest accommodation for up to 10/12 guests.
Free Event
Woodcote, Reading
Come along for a great selection of authentic local arts and crafts, local artisan food, plants and garden inspiration.
Street food, artisan coffee, tea room, bar and entertainment.
In the village hall and on the village green.
FREE ENTRY
Outdoor Event / Activities
Faversham
We have lots of exciting woodland demonstrations taking place over the weekend including chainsaw carving, wood turning, furniture making, spoon carving, campfire cooking, horse logging, pole lathe turning as well as vintage tractors and a fantastic…
Christmas
Shorne, Gravesend
All welcome to Shorne Woods Country Park for a magical winter adventure!
Participatory Event
Tonbridge
A celebration of Rosé with tours, tastings, art and live music.
Visit the Woodland art installation by RHS Gold award-winning floral designer Louise Roots.
Outdoor Event / Activities
Swerford, Chipping Norton
Come and enjoy a morning of well-being with Sasha Buckman-Barbour in the beautiful grounds of Heath Farm.
Start your morning with an energising yet restorative yoga practice in a giant tipi impervious to the weather.
Enjoy some light refreshments…
Towns & Villages
Woodley
Woodley is a town and civil parish in Berkshire, England. It is a suburb of Reading and is located near the towns of Earley and Wokingham.
Activity Organiser
Southampton
Woodmill Outdoor Activities Centre offers activities/courses in kayaking, canoeing, climbing and abseiling, archery, tunnelling, high ropes, low ropes, rafting, trapeze and fishing for individuals and groups of all abilities.
Towns & Villages
Woodstock
Woodstock, eight miles north west of Oxford is often visited for two reasons: Blenheim Palace, birthplace of Sir Winston Churchill, and his grave in nearby Bladon. However, Woodstock has much more to offer...
It is a fine Georgian town with a…
Shopping Centre
Witney
Built in traditional Cotswold stone and situated in the heart of Witney, the Woolgate Shopping Centre's shops include a Waitrose supermarket, Next, H&M, Jones Bootmaker, WH Smith, Waterstones and a variety of other retailers offering a wide range of…
Childrens Events
Ashford
Pop the dates in your diary and head down to the farm for a sheep-load of fun during our much-loved Woolly Week!
If you enjoyed meeting our lambs over Easter, you'll be thrilled with what we've got in store. We're going full-on fluffy with a whole…
Childrens Events
Ashford
Mark your calendars and join us for our sheeptastic Woolly Week from Monday 27th to Friday 31st May.
Calling all sheep fans! If you enjoyed visiting our lambs at Easter, you won't want to miss Woolly Week! It's our special, sheep-themed week with…
Arts
Chichester
Join a laid-back studio session where you will have the chance to sketch and drink in a friendly and informal environment, supported by an experienced artist educator.
Studio tables will be set up with a selection of interesting items, flowers,…
Arts
Chichester
Join us for a laid-back Studio session where you'll have the chance to sketch and enjoy a drink or two in a friendly and informal environment, supported by one of our experienced artist educators.
Everyone is welcome and we actively encourage those…
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