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Tourist Information Centres in the South East
ASHFORD
Address: 18 The Churchyard, Ashford, Kent, TN23 1QG
Email: tourism@ashford.gov.uk
Tel: 01233 629165
With a rich mix of historic buildings, yet all the vibrancy of a modern international gateway, Ashford is second to none for its location, high speed rail link to London and Eurostar services to the continent. A flourishing market town nestled amongst some of Kent’s prettiest countryside.
BANBURY
Banbury Tourist Information Centre
Address: Spiceball Park Road, Banbury, Oxfordshire, OX16 2PQ
Email: banbury.tic@cherwell-dc.gov.uk Tel: 01295 259855
Located in North Oxfordshire the market town of Banbury is most famous for its cakes and the nursery rhyme ‘Ride a Cock Horse’. Banbury is rich with history and has lots to offer its visitor. Perfectly located to explore the Cotswolds, Stratford-upon-Avon and Oxford, Banbury makes the ideal base.
BICESTER
Address: Bicester Visitor Centre, Unit 86a, Bicester Village, Pingle Drive, Bicester, Oxfordshire, OX26 6WD
Email: bicester.vc@cherwell-dc.gov.uk
Tel: 01869 369055
Bicester Visitor Centre is located at the forefront of Bicester Village, a Chic Outlet Shopping Village in the heart of scenic North Oxfordshire, and offers a range of local artist products.
BRIGHTON
Address: Royal Pavilion Shop, Pavilion Buildings, Brighton, BN1 1EE
Email: visitor.info@visitbrighton.com
Tel: 0906 711 2255
Nestling between the South Downs & the Channel on the sunny south coast, Brighton is a rich mix of Regency heritage, specialist shopping, arts, beachfront fun & year round events. The Information Centre can be found in the exotic Royal Pavilion palace.
CANTERBURY
Address: 12/13 Sun Street, The Buttermarket, Canterbury, Kent, CT1 2HX
Email: canterburyinformation@canterbury.gov.uk Tel: 01227 378100
Located in the Kent countryside, and just a short drive to the coast, the historic city of Canterbury has been a source of inspiration for pilgrims for over 1000 years. The TIC can be found in the old Buttermarket, opposite the Cathedral gates.
CHICHESTER
Address: 29a South Street, Chichester, West Sussex, PO19 1AH
Email: chitic@chichester.gov.uk
Tel: 01243 775888
Chichester has history on every corner, from the Roman Walls and the Tudor Market Cross to the Georgian Terraces and our 12th Century Cathedral. The Information Centre is located in the City Centre just a few minutes walk from the Market Cross and Chichester Railway Station.
COWES
Address: 9 The Arcade, Cowes, Isle of Wight, PO31 7AR
Email: info@islandbreaks.co.uk Tel: 01983 813818
Cowes, the home of world yachting and host to numerous sailing events every summer, has a rich maritime heritage and a relaxed, cosmopolitan atmosphere. Cowes TIC is centrally located at Fountain Quay, just off the pedestrianised High Street with its wealth of small shops and restaurants.
DOVER
Address: The Old Town Gaol, Biggin, Dover, Kent, CT16 1DL
Email: tic@doveruk.com
Tel: 01304 205108
Dover, the gateway to England, welcomes millions of visitors every year. Wander along the famous White Cliffs and explore the town’s rich heritage from the Bronze Age Boat at the Dover Museum to the majestic Dover Castle where the Dunkirk evacuation was planned.
GRAVESEND
Address: Towncentric, 18a St George's Square, Gravesend, Kent, DA11 OTB
Email: info@towncentric.co.uk Tel: 01474 337600
The borough is noted for its defence and riverside heritage, exceptional countryside, marshes and villages. With modern, traditional stores and boutiques, shopping is a delight. Gravesend’s National Award Winning Visitor Centre, Towncentric, can be found opposite St George’s Church.
HASTINGS
Address: Queens Square, Priory Meadow, Hastings, East Sussex, TN34 1TL
Email: hic@hastings.gov.uk Tel: 01424 781111
Hastings, famous for its battle, is ideal for visiting the numerous castles, gardens and other fantastic attractions in the area. Hastings itself has a very historic medieval Old Town and the Information Centre is centrally located in the former Victorian court room of the Town Hall.
LEWES
Lewes Tourist Information Centre
Address: 187 High Street, Lewes, East Sussex, BN7 2DE
Email: lewes.tic@lewes.gov.uk
Tel: 01273 483448
At the heart of rural Sussex lies the beautiful county town of Lewes - a mixture of the unusual and intriguing and so typically Sussex. the Tourist Information Centre located conveniently on Lewes High St.
LYNDHURST & NEW FOREST
Address: New Forest Museum & Visitor Centre, Main Car Park, Lyndhurst, Hampshire, SO43 7NY
Email: information@nfdc.gov.uk
Tel: 023 8028 2269
Lyndhurst is a popular tourist destination as an ideal base for exploring the ancient landscape of the New Forest. The town is host to many unique shops, tea houses and traditional pubs.
MARGATE
Address: 12-13 The Parade, Margate, Kent, CT9 1EY
Email: visitorinformation@thanet.gov.uk Tel: 0870 2646111
With beautiful Turner sunsets and the development of the old town into a growing cultural quarter, Margate is a timeless seaside resort with award-wining beaches offering traditional seaside fun. The Information Centre is located in the main Piazza opposite the Harbour Arm.
MARLOW
Address: 31 High Street, Marlow, Buckinghamshire, SL7 1AU
Email: tourism_enquiries@wycombe.gov.uk Tel: 01628 483597
Marlow is situated on the beautiful River Thames between Henley and Windsor. The medieval market town sets elegant Georgian buildings against the wonderful scenery of Buckinghamshire’s Chiltern Hills. The Information Centre is located on the High Street, just a stroll from the river.
NEWBURY
Newbury Tourist Information Centre
Address: The Wharf, Newbury, Berkshire, RG14 5AS
Email: tourism@westberks.gov.uk
Tel: 01635 30267
Newbury is a market town with historic buildings and the Kennet and Avon Canal, it is also home to Newbury Racecourse. Newbury has a variety of shops and places to eat and drink catering for all tastes.
NEWPORT
Address: The Guildhall, High Street, Newport, Isle of Wight, PO30 1TY
Email: info@islandbreaks.co.uk
Tel: 01983 813818
The Island’s capital, Newport is a bustling market town, home to museums, a castle, a variety of shops and several galleries exhibiting the work of local artists. The Tourist Information Centre is in the heart of the town, located in the Guildhall designed by John Nash.
OXFORD
Address: Oxford Information Centre, 15/16 Broad Street, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX1 3AS
Email: tic@oxford.gov.uk
Tel: 01865 252200
Oxford, famous for its dreaming spires and ancient colleges of mellow golden stone. The Tourist Information Centre, located in the heart of this historic city, is the perfect place to start your visit.
PORTSMOUTH
Address: Clarence Esplanade, Southsea, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO5 3PB
Email: vis@portsmouthcc.gov.uk
Tel: 023 9282 6722
Portsmouth combines sea views, great shopping, eating and drinking with stunning attractions and centuries of history, all on the water's edge. This TIC is located on the seafront next to the Blue Reef Aquarium.
RAMSGATE
Address: 17 Albert Court, York Street, Ramsgate, Kent, CT11 9DN
Email: visitorinformation@thanet.gov.uk Tel: 0870 2646111
With it’s beautiful Marina, the only ‘Royal’ Harbour in the country and it’s strong heritage, Ramsgate, combines award-winning beaches with history and a vibrant café and bar culture. The Information Centre is located in the quaint Albert Court just behind the police station in York St.
ROCHESTER
Address: 95 High Street, Rochester, Kent, ME1 1LX
Email: visitor.centre@medway.gov.uk
Tel: 01634 843666
Rochester boasts many fine 17th century buildings and two of the most spectacular examples of mediaeval architecture in Rochester Castle and Rochester Cathedral. The Visitor Information Centre in Rochester High Street is the ideal first port of call for visitors.
ROYAL TUNBRIDGE WELLS
Address: The Old Fish Market, The Pantiles, Tunbridge Wells, Kent, TN2 5TN
Email: touristinformationcentre@tunbridgewells.gov.uk
Tel: 01892 515675
A popular spa town in Georgian times, Royal Tunbridge Wells lies at the heart of the unspoilt countryside of the Weald. The TIC is located in the Old Fish Market in the Pantiles, the town's famous colonnade.
RYDE
Address: 81-83 Union Street, Ryde, Isle of Wight, PO33 2LW
Email: info@islandbreaks.co.uk
Tel: 01983 813818
The Gateway to the Island, Ryde is within easy reach from Portsmouth, via the catamaran passenger ferry which docks at the end of the half mile long Victorian pier. The Tourist Information Centre is handily located on the seafront close to the bus, train and hovercraft terminus.
SANDOWN
Address: 8 High Street, Sandown, Isle of Wight, PO36 8DG
info@islandbreaks.co.uk
01983 813818
The beautiful sweeping bay of Sandown is famed for its sandy beach with panoramic views along the coastline. The TIC is located in the heart of the High Street which runs parallel to the seafront, making the shops and the beach very compact.
SHANKLIN
Address: 67 High Street, Shanklin, Isle of Wight, PO37 6JJ
Email: info@islandbreaks.co.uk
Tel: 01983 813818
Located within the Sandown Bay area, Shanklin has a family friendly sandy beach. The picturesque old village with its quaint, thatched pub and cottages goes back to smuggling times. The TIC is situated in the High Street facing Shanklin Theatre.
SOUTHAMPTON
Address: 9 Civic Centre Road, Southampton, Hampshire, SO14 7FJ
Email: tourist.information@southampton.gov.uk Tel: 023 80 833 333
Southampton’s historic old town is filled with quaint streets and ancient buildings, rich in stories of the past. Head through the famous Bargate into an area marked by one of the most complete set of mediaeval walls of any British city and visit English Heritage Site the Medieval Merchants House.
WINCHESTER
Address: Winchester Guildhall, High Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 9GH
Email: tourism@winchester.gov.uk
Tel: 01962 840500
England's ancient capital is best known for its 11th century cathedral, final resting place of Jane Austen, and for its legendary Round Table. The TIC is located in Winchester Guildhall, near the statue of King Alfred.
WINDSOR
Address: Royal Windsor Shopping Centre, Royal Windsor Central Station, Windsor, Berkshire, SL4 1PJ
Email: windsor.tic@rbwm.gov.uk Tel: 01753 743900
Windsors many attractions include Windsor Castle, Legoland, the Changing of the Guard, Savill Garden and Windsor Great Park. The Information Centre is found in The Old Booking Hall, Windsor Royal Station.
WORTHING (CHAPEL ROAD)
Address: Chapel Road, Worthing, West Sussex, BN11 1HL
Email: tic@worthing.gov.uk
Tel: 01903 221066
Worthing and the River Adur area offer a wide range of experiences In one of England’s sunniest areas. The sea; the South Downs; good shopping; sports and activities; and great places to eat. Be active or just relax – but enjoy. TIC located next to the Museum (October – April only).
WORTHING (MARINE PARADE)
Address: Marine Parade, Worthing, West Sussex, BN11 3PX
Email: tic@worthing.gov.uk
Tel: 01903 221066
Worthing and the River Adur area offer a wide range of experiences In one of England’s sunniest areas. The sea; the South Downs; good shopping; sports and activities; and great places to eat. Be active or just relax – but enjoy. TIC located next to the Pier (May – September only).
YARMOUTH
Address: The Quay, Yarmouth, Isle of Wight, PO41 4PQ
Email: info@islandbreaks.co.uk
Tel: 01983 813818
The old port town of Yarmouth is located on the west side of the Isle of Wight with ferry services to the mainland. First recorded in 991AD it is one of the oldest towns on the Island. Yarmouth Information Centre is situated on the quay opposite the picturesque harbour.
ALDERSHOT
Aldershot Tourist Information Centre
Address: Prince's Gardens, 2a High Street, Aldershot, Hants, GU11 1BJ
Email: mail@rushmoorvic.com
Tel: 01252 320968
ANDOVER
Andover Tourist Information Centre
Address: Andover Museum, 6 Church Close, Andover, Hampshire, SP10 1DP
Email: andovertic@testvalley.gov.uk
Tel: 01264 324320
ARUNDEL
Arundel Tourist Information Centre
Address: 1-3 Crown Yeard Mews, River Road, Arundel, West Sussex, BN18 9JW
Email: arundel.vic@arun.gov.uk
Tel: 01903 882268
AYLESBURY
Aylesbury Tourist Information Centre
Address: The Kings Head, Market Square, Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, HP20 2RW
Email: tic@aylesburyvaledc.gov.uk
Tel: 01296 330559
BATTLE
Battle Tourist Information Centre
Address: Battle Abbey, High Street, Battle, East Sussex, TN33 0AD
Email: battletic@rother.gov.uk
Tel: 01424 773721
BOGNOR REGIS
Bognor Regis Tourist Information Centre
Address: Belmont Street, Bognor Regis, West Sussex,PO21 1BJ
Email: bognorregis.vic@arun.gov.uk
Tel: 01243 823140
BRACKNELL
Bracknell Tourist Information Centre
Address: The Look Out, Discovery Centre, Nine Mile Ride, Bracknell, Berkshire, RG12 7QW
Email: TheLookOut@bracknell-forest.gov.uk
Tel: 01344 354409
BROADSTAIRS
Broadstairs Tourist Information Centre
Address: Dickens House Museum, 2 Victoria Parade, Broadstairs, Kent, CT10 1QS
Email: visitorinformation@thanet.gov.uk
Tel: 0870 2646111
BURFORD
Burford Tourist Information Centre
Address: The Brewery, Sheep Street, Burford, Oxfordshire, OX18 4LP
Email: burford.vic@westoxon.gov.uk
Tel: 01993 823558
BURGESS HILL
Burgess Hill Tourist Information Centre
Address: Burgess Hill Town Council, 96 Church Walk, Burgess Hill, West Sussex, RH15 9AS
Email: touristinformation@burgesshill.gov.uk
Tel: 01444 238202
CRAWLEY
Crawley Visitor Information Point
Address: County Mall, Crawley, West Sussex, RH10 1FP
Email: vip@countymall.co.uk
Tel: 01293 846968
DEAL
Deal Visitor Information Centre
Address: The Landmark Centre, 129 High Street, Deal, Kent, CT14 6BB
Email: info@deal.gov.uk
Tel: 01304 369576
DIDCOT
Didcot Tourist Information Centre
Address: 118 Broadway, Didcot, Oxfordshire, OX11 8AB
Email: didcottic@tourismse.com
Tel: 01235 813243
EASTBOURNE
Eastbourne Tourist Information Centre
Address: Cornfield Road, Eastbourne, East Sussex, BN21 4QA
Email: tic@eastbourne.gov.uk
Tel: 0871 663 0031
FAREHAM
Fareham Tourist Information Centre
Address: Westbury Manor, 84 West Street, Fareham, Hampshire, PO16 0JJ
Email: touristinfo@fareham.gov.uk
Tel: 01329 221342
FAVERSHAM
Faversham Tourist Information Centre
Address: Fleur de Lis Heritage Centre, 13 Preston Street, Faversham, Kent, ME13 8NS
Email: fata@visitfaversham.com
Tel: 01795 534542
FOLKESTONE
Folkstone Tourist Information Centre
Address: Harbour Street, Folkestone, Kent, CT20 1QN
Tel: 01303 258594
FORDINGBRIDGE
Fordingbridge Tourist Information Centre
Address: Kings Yard, Salisbury Street, Fordingbridge, Hampshire, SP6 1AB
Email: fordingbridgetic@tourismse.com
Tel: 01425 654560
GOSPORT
Gosport Tourist Information Centre
Address: Bus Station Complex, South Street, Gosport, Hampshire, PO12 1EP
Email: tourism@gosport.gov.uk
Tel: 023 9252 2944
GUILDFORD
Guildford Tourist Information Centre
Address: 14 Tunsgate, Guildford, Surrey, GU1 3QT
Email: tic@guildford.gov.uk
Tel: 01483 444333
HASTINGS (OLD TOWN)
Hastings (Old Town) Tourist Information Centre
Address: The Stade, Old Town, Hastings, East Sussex, TN34 1EZ
Email: hic@hastings.gov.uk
Tel: 01424 451111
HAYLING ISLAND
Hayling Island Tourist Information Centre
Address: Central Beachlands, Seafront, Hayling Island, Hampshire, PO11 OAG
Email: tourism@havant.gov.uk
Tel: 023 9246 7111
HENLEY-ON-THAMES
Henley-on-Thames Tourist Information Centre
Address: Henley Town Hall, Henley on Thames, Oxfordshire RG9 2AQ
Email: vic@henleytowncouncil.gov.uk
Tel: 01491 578034
HIGH WYCOMBE
High Wycombe Tourist Information Centre
Address: High Wycombe Library, 5 Eden Place, High Wycombe, Bucks HP11 2DH
Email: tourism_enquiries@wycombe.gov.uk
Tel: 01494 421892
HYTHE
Hythe Tourist Information Centre
Address: Visitor Centre, Hythe Railway Station, Scanlons Bridge Road, Hythe, Kent, CT21 6LD
Tel: 01303 266421
LITTLEHAMPTON
Littlehampton Tourist Information Centre
Address: The Look & Sea Centre, 63 - 65 Surrey Street, Littlehampton, West Sussex, BN17 5AW
Email: littlehampton.vic@arun.gov.uk
Tel: 01903 721866
LYMINGTON
Lymington Tourist Information Centre
Address: St Barbe Museum & Visitor Centre, New Street, Lymington, Hampshire, SO41 9BH
Email: information@nfdc.gov.uk
Tel: 01590 689000
MAIDENHEAD
Maidenhead Tourist Information Centre
Address: Maidenhead Library, St Ives Road, Maidenhead, Berkshire, SL6 1QU
Email: maidenhead.tic@rbwm.gov.uk
Tel: 01628 796502
MAIDSTONE
Maidstone Tourist Information Centre
Address: Town Hall, Middle Row, High Street, Maidstone, Kent, ME14 1TF
Email: tourism@maidstone.gov.uk
Tel: 01622 602169
MIDHURST
Midhurst Tourist Information Centre
Address: North Street, Midhurst, West Sussex, GU29 9DW
Email: midtic@chichester.gov.uk
Tel: 01730 817322
NEW ROMNEY
New Romney Tourist Information Centre
Address: Visitor Centre, Romney, Hythe & Dymchurch Light Railway, New Romney Station, New Romney, Kent, TN28 8PL
Tel: 01797 362353
PETERSFIELD
Petersfield Tourist Information Centre
Address: County Library, 27 The Square, Petersfield, Hampshire, GU32 3HH
Email: petersfieldinfo@btconnect.com
Tel: 01730 268829
PETWORTH
Petworth Tourist Information Centre
Address: Petworth Area Office - CDC, The Old Bakery, Petworth, West Sussex, GU28 0AP
Email: petworth-tic@chichester.gov.uk
Tel: 01798 343523
PORTSMOUTH
Portsmouth (The Hard) Tourist Information Centre
Address: The Hard, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO1 3QJ
Email: vis@portsmouthcc.gov.uk
Tel: 023 9282 6722
PRINCESS RISBOROUGH
Princess Risborough Tourist Information Centre
Address: Princess Risborough Tourist Information Centre, Tower Court, Horns Lane, Princess Risborough, Bucks, HP27 0AJ
Tel: 01844 274795
Email: risborough_office@wycombe.gov.uk
RINGWOOD
Ringwood Tourist Information Centre
Address: The Furlong, Ringwood, Hampshire, BH24 1AT
Email: information@nfdc.gov.uk
Tel: 01425 470896
ROMSEY
Romsey Tourist Information Centre
Address: Heritage & Visitor Centre, 13 Church Street, Romsey, Hampshire, SO51 8BT
Email: romseytic@testvalley.gov.uk
Tel: 01794 512987
SANDWICH
Sandwich Tourist Information Centre
Address: Guildhall, Cattle Market, Sandwich, Kent, CT13 9AH
Email: info@ticsandwich.wanadoo.co.uk
Tel: 01304 613565
SEAFORD
Seaford Tourist Information Centre
Address: 37 Church Street, Seaford, East Sussex, BN25 1HG
Email: seaford.tic@lewes.gov.uk
Tel: 01323 897426
SEVENOAKS
Sevenoaks Tourist Information Centre
Address: Bus Station, Buckhurst Lane, Sevenoaks, Kent, TN13 1LX
Email: tic@sevenoakstown.gov.uk
Tel: 01732 450305
TENTERDEN
Tenterden Tourist Information Centre
Address: Tenterden Gateway, 2 Manor Way, High Street, Tenterden, Kent, TN30 6HP
Email: tentic@ashford.gov.uk
Tel: 01580 762558
THAME
Thame Tourist Information Centre
Address: Town Hall, Thame Town Canal, High Street, Thame, Oxfordshire, OX9 3DP
Email: thame.tic@btconnect.com
Tel: 01844 212834
TONBRIDGE
Tonbridge Tourist Information Centre
Address: Tonbridge Castle, Castle Street, Tonbridge, Kent, TN9 1BG
Email: tonbridge.castle@tmbc.gov.uk
Tel: 01732 770929
WALLINGFORD
Wallingford Tourist Information Centre
Address: Town Hall, Market Place, Wallingford, Oxfordshire, OX10 0EG
Email: ticwallingford@freenet.co.uk
Tel: 01491 826972
WENDOVER
Wendover Tourist Information Centre
Address: The Clock Tower, High Street, Wendover, Buckinghamshire, HP22 6DU
Email: tourism@wendover-pc.gov.uk
Tel: 01296 696759
WITNEY
Witney Tourist Information Centre
Address: 26A Market Square, Witney, Oxfordshire, OX28 6BB
Email: witney.vic@westoxon.gov.uk
Tel: 01993 775802
WOODSTOCK
Woodstock Tourist Information Centre
Address: Oxfordshire Museum, Park Street, Woodstock, Oxfordshire, OX20 1SN
Email: woodstock.vic@westoxon.gov.uk
Tel: 01993 813276
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