Shopping in Fareham

Fareham offers shopping which is easily accessible and in a clean and safe environment. With its spacious pedestrianised town centre and speciality shops, it retains its traditional market town and historic architectural appeal in a modern shopping environment.  

Markets in Fareham

Traditional markets are held from 9am to 3pm:

• Every Monday in Fareham West Street
• Every Wednesday in Portchester West Street
• Additional markets are held every Thursday during the school holidays.

The markets offer everything from fresh fruit and vegetables to household goods and clothing. It's convenient to park, close to local bus services, and there is easy access to town centre shops.

Speciality markets

These take place from time to time as shown on the What's on guide across Fareham.

If you have any queries relating to the markets above, please contact Bray Associates 07737 630843 or by email email@bray-associates.co.uk.

Fareham Shopping Centre

A bright and airy undercover shopping centre offering more than 90 high street names, including Debenhams, Boots and M&S, seven days a week.

Market Quay Shopping Centre

Opened in 2005, Market Quay Shopping Centre offers mixed retail and leisure from 17 units including Peacocks, Poundland, Robert Dyas, TK Maxx and Wilko , as well as Sports Direct Fitness Gym and the Reel 5-screen cinema.

West Street speciality shops

From Westbury Manor Museum westwards along West Street, you'll find around 70 shops and businesses. Many of the shops are independently owned and managed, with a unique speciality shopping offer.  From cake decorating to carpets, and fire places to florists - West Street offers plenty of choice for the discerning customer.

If you would like any further information on the above, please contact the Leisure and Community Team on tel: 01329 824440, or e-mail leisure@fareham.gov.uk.

Historical High Street

High Street is located to the east of the town centre and boasts some lovely examples of Georgian architecture. It is home to a number of quality restaurants and speciality shops and services.

Around the District

Other nearby places to shop include Portchester (with a traditional market held on Wednesdays), Stubbington Village and Locks Heath.

Getting to Fareham town centre

By Car - there are 2,500 car parking spaces in the town centre.

By Bus - the bus station  is located right in the town centre.

By Rail - Fareham rail station is situated at the end of West Street only a few minutes walk from the shops or hop on a bus.

For further information please contact the Leisure and Community Team on tel: 01329 824440 or e-mail leisure@fareham.gov.uk.