The Southeast

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  • 1. Catching Lives Charity Bookshop

    One of Canterbury's most photographed buildings (and that's saying something), this wonderfully crooked half-timbered house dates back to the 17th century. Inside, volunteers sell a wide range of secondhand and collectable books, with all profits going to the local homeless charity Catching Lives.

    28 Palace St., Canterbury, Kent, CT1 2DZ, England
    07899-458961
  • 2. Clive Sawyer Gallery

    This open-plan gallery shop showcases the eye-catching fine art photography of Clive Sawyer. The larger framed images are printed using the ChromaLuxe process, making them richly colorful and vibrant.

    87 High St., Rye, East Sussex, TN31 7JN, England
    07738-715354
  • 3. Revivals

    This amazing little vintage clothing store attracts customers from far and wide with its eclectic fashions—from waistcoats and ballgowns to shoes and jewelry—all at very reasonable prices.

    42 St. Peter's St., Canterbury, Kent, CT1 2BG, England
    01227-768033
  • 4. 925 Silver

    This little shop has a great selection of handmade silver jewelry.

    57 Palace St., Canterbury, Kent, CT1 2DY, England
    01227-785699
  • 5. Britcher & Rivers

    This traditional sweet shop is like something out of a bygone age. Choose from row upon row of tall jars packed with every imaginable type of candy, measured out into little paper bags.

    109 High St., Rye, East Sussex, TN31 7JE, England
    01797-227152
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  • 6. Cliffe Antiques Centre

    This packed-to-the-rafters shop carries a fine mix of vintage English prints, estate jewelry, and art at reasonable prices.

    47 Cliffe High St., Lewes, East Sussex, BN7 2AN, England
    01273-473266
  • 7. Crowthers of Canterbury

    Behind the delightfully old-style red shop front, Crowthers of Canterbury carries an extensive selection of musical instruments, gifts, and other souvenirs for music lovers.

    1 Borough, Canterbury, Kent, CT1 2DR, England
    01227-763965
  • 8. Dave's Comics

    This supercool independent comic book store is stocked with an enormous range of comic books. There's a sister store two doors down, specializing in graphic novels, toys, and other collectibles.

    5 Sydney St., Brighton, Brighton and Hove, BN1 4EN, England
    01273-691012
  • 9. Lavender Room

    This relaxing boutique tempts with scented calendars, glittery handmade jewelry, and little things you just can't live without.

    16 Bond St., Brighton, Brighton and Hove, BN1 1RD, England
    01273-220380
  • 10. Louis Potts & Co.

    From frivolous knickknacks to full-on formal dining sets, Louis Potts specializes in stylish bone china and glassware.

    43 Cliffe High St., Lewes, East Sussex, BN7 2AN, England
    01273-472240
  • 11. Pecksniff's Bespoke Perfumery

    This delightfully old-fashioned "British Fragrance and Cosmetic House" mixes and matches ingredients to suit your perfume wishes.

    45–46 Meeting House La., Brighton, Brighton and Hove, BN1 1HB, England
    01273-723292
  • 12. Royal Pavilion Shop

    Next door to the Royal Pavilion, this little shop sells well-designed toys, trinkets, books, and cards, all with a loose Regency theme. There are also high-quality fabrics, wallpapers, and ceramics based on material in the pavilion itself.

    4–5 Pavilion Parade, Brighton, Brighton and Hove, BN1 1EE, England
  • 13. The Fifteenth Century Bookshop

    A wide collection of rare and vintage books can be found at this ancient, timber-framed building in the center of Lewes. Antique children's books are a specialty.

    99–100 High St., Lewes, East Sussex, BN7 1XH, England
    01273-474160
  • 14. The Great Frog Paterson and Curiouser & Curiouser

    A two-for-one of funky jewelry stores sharing the same premises, the Great Frog Paterson specializes in jewelry with a rock 'n' roll theme (the owners claim to be the creators of the original skull ring) while Curiouser & Curiouser ( www.curiousercollective.com) is filled with unique handmade pieces (the shop made several pieces of jewelry for the Harry Potter movies).

    2 Sydney St., Brighton, Brighton and Hove, BN1 4EN, England
    01273-673120
  • 15. Adamczewski

    Closed Permanently

    This shop is a marvelous throwback to the days when everything was made by hand. Its homemade soaps, scents, and even hand-hewn brooms are works of art.

    88 High St., Lewes, East Sussex, BN7 2NS, England
    01273-470105
  • 16. Brighton Lanes Antique Centre

    The Lanes
    Closed Permanently

    Although this shop specializes in gold and jewelry, it also has a good selection of furniture and ornaments.

    2 Brighton Sq., Brighton, Brighton and Hove, BN1 1HD, England
    01273-823121
  • 17. Burgate Antiques

    Closed Permanently

    This rambling shop is full of fine British and French antiques, mostly Georgian and Victorian, with both high-end and less expensive selections. It's a great place to nose around on a rainy day.

    23a Palace St., Canterbury, Kent, CT1 2DZ, England
    01227-456500
  • 18. Colin Page Antiquarian Books

    The Lanes
    Closed Permanently

    At the western edge of the Lanes, Colin Page stocks a wealth of antiquarian and secondhand books at all prices.

    36 Duke St., Brighton, Brighton and Hove, BN1 1AG, England
    01273-325954
  • 19. Collectors Corner

    Closed Permanently

    A tightly packed mix of furniture, art, and silver is found at the Collectors Corner, located in a small wooden building that was once used for storing fish back when Rye was a port.

    2 Market Rd., Rye, East Sussex, TN31 7KK, England
    01797-225796
  • 20. Cologne & Cotton

    Closed Permanently

    This lovely little bed-and-bath emporium sells vintage bed linens, blankets, bath products, and tableware.

    13 Pavilion Bldgs., Brighton, Brighton and Hove, BN1 1EE, England
    01273-729666

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