Make Milton Keynes City Centre your ultimate Christmas shopping destination!
From high-street favourites to unique local artisan markets, MK City Centre offers an unbeatable mix of festive shopping experiences. Discover everything from gifts, party outfits, and beauty treats to homeware, jewellery, and quirky stocking fillers — all in one vibrant, festive setting. Whether you’re ticking off your gift list, browsing for inspiration, or indulging in a little retail therapy, the city centre has something for every shopper this Christmas.
Where to Shop
Big Brands & Department Stores
Find all your favourite high-street and department stores in one place. 
centre:mk is home to iconic names like:
John Lewis & Partners – gifts, beauty, fashion, homeware, tech, and seasonal must-haves
Marks & Spencer – festive food, fashion, homeware, and Christmas treats. The famous Percy Pigs make perfect stocking fillers
Harrods Beauty – luxurious gifts and beauty indulgences. You could treat yourself to a stop off in their stunning champagne lounge too
Primark &
Boots – stocking fillers, party outfits, and everyday essentials, including Boots’ annual 3 for 2 gifts which are always full of options
Shopping for Her, Him & Teenagers
MK City Centre has gifts for everyone on your list!
For her, head to 
The White Company, 
Ann Summers, 
The Perfume Shop, 
Molton Brown, 
Reiss, 
Mango,
Oliver Bonas, 
Sostrene Grene, and 
Rituals for fashion, beauty, homeware, and indulgent treats.
For him, explore 
Charles Tyrwhitt, 
Menkind, 
HMV, 
The Fragrance Shop, 
Sports Direct, and 
Flannels for style, gadgets, sports gear, and accessories.
Teens will love the latest trends and fun finds at 
Victoria’s Secret, 
Pandora, 
Superdry, Primark, 
Space NK and 
Hollister, perfect for stocking fillers and must-have fashion.
Shopping for kids this Christmas and trying to find that perfect gift from their ‘secret list’?
We all know how tricky it can be to meet our children’s wishes — and how disappointing it feels when we can’t find exactly what they’re hoping for. Luckily, there are plenty of fantastic shops filled with stocking fillers and special gifts guaranteed to make little faces light up.
Head to 
The Entertainer, John Lewis, 
LEGO, 
MINISO, 
Build-A-Bear, 
Claire’s Accessories, 
Smiggle, 
Waterstones, 
TG Jones (formerly WHSmith), 
Flying Tiger, 
The Works, and 
Mr Simms in the shopping centres. You’ll also find great options at reliable favourites like 
Argos, 
Sainsbury’s, and 
Morrisons.
Electronics & Specialty Stores
Pick up tech and electronics at 
Currys at 
The Place, Portway, stores also located here are 
Aldi, 
Cotswolds & 
American Golf (and a 
Starbucks to grab a red cup of your favourite hot festive drink). Don't forget your tech favourites at 
Apple & John Lewis too. Explore hobbies, sport, and adventure gear at Xscape, including ski and outdoor wear for winter adventures at 
Ellis Brigham, 
Evans Cycles & 
Trespass. For your photography lover, specialist, 
Wex is located in CBX on Midsummer Boulevard.
Local & Artisan Finds
Support local talent with unique gifts and handcrafted items at 
Love Local Hub and the Midsummer Place Christmas Markets, (running every weekend up to Christmas starting from 29th Nov). You’ll find everything from jewellery, candles, and homeware to quirky hobbies and fashion pieces that you won’t see anywhere else.
Food & Grocery Stops for Festive Food
For groceries, Aldi is conveniently located at The Place on Portway, perfect for picking up all your festive essentials in person. You’ll also find Sainsbury’s, Morrisons, and the Marks & Spencer Food Hall, all offering Christmas food ordering services to make your holiday preparations even easier.
Plan Your Day or make a Weekend of it!
Turn your shopping trip into a full festive outing! Bring friends or family and make a day of it — start with a coffee or brunch to fuel your shopping, explore your favourite stores for gifts, party outfits, and festive treats, then take a break for lunch or a seasonal snack.
Extend your visit into a weekend getaway by staying in one of the city centre’s hotels, and tie your shopping trip in with festive experiences like a trip to the pantomime at Milton Keynes Theatre, skiing at 
Snozone or a skydive at 
iFLY Xscape, book to meet Santa and Peter Rabbit & Friends at centre:mk or simply enjoying the Christmas lights across the city! (Join us at the Christmas Lights Switch On, on Saturday 22 November at The Point Car Park).
- Start with a coffee, (🔗Coffee & Cafe Guide), or brunch to fuel your day.
- Browse your favourite stores for gifts, party outfits, and Christmas treats.
- Take a break for lunch or eat out after the shopping is done in one of the many restaurants (🔗Eating out Guide).
- Add one of the festive treats mentioned above to fully experience Christmas in MK!
If you are considering making a weekend of it check out our Hotel Guide here.
Accessibility
Milton Keynes City Centre is welcoming and accessible for all visitors:
centre:mk: 80 disabled bays in dedicated car parks
Midsummer Place: 38 disabled bays
On-street bays: use our 🔗interactive map to find options
🔗AccessAble Guides: available for all major areas to help plan your day, from shop entrances to rest areas and accessible toilets.
Centre:mk – Accessibility
Guest Services provides a range of facilities to make shopping comfortable and inclusive for all:
Mobility scooters available for hire.
Sunflower Lanyards for visitors with invisible disabilities.
Sensory Room for a calm, quiet space during your visit.
Changing Places Facility with adult changing table and hoist.
All staff and businesses are trained in hidden disabilities, ensuring support for visitors with additional needs.
AccessAble Guide here.
Midsummer Place – Accessibility
Mobility scooters: Can be hired via centre:mk Guest Services.
Quiet Hours: Held every Monday from 4 pm–6 pm for a calmer shopping experience.
Accessible facilities: Accessible toilets are available throughout the centre.
Assistance dogs: Welcome throughout the shopping centre.
Sensory support: Sensory bags have been launched and are available to hire (refundable deposit required) to help visitors with sensory sensitivities enjoy their visit.
AccessAble Guide here.
MK City Centre prioritises accessibility so everyone can enjoy a relaxed, stress-free shopping experience.
Parking in Milton Keynes City Centre
There’s plenty of parking across the city centre, with multi-storey car parks at either end of the shopping malls and ample on-street bays. Purple bays offer the cheapest option if you arrive early, and the🔗RingoGo app makes paying and extending your stay quick and easy.
Note - Ensure you check the signs at The Place, Portway to ensure you don’t go over your allowed free parking time.
Tips for a Successful Christmas Shopping Trip
- Start early or pick late night shopping to avoid the busiest crowds and enjoy the festive atmosphere.
- Shop with friends or family for a fun day out or go solo to focus on ticking off your gift list.
- Mix shopping with festive experiences — from panto shows to indoor adventures — for a day packed with festive cheer.
- Don’t forget to take breaks for coffee, lunch, or a bite to eat while exploring the city.
Summary
From major brands to independent artisans, festive food to fun activities, Father Christmas to twinkling lights, MK City Centre is the perfect one-stop destination for all your Christmas needs. Gifts, party outfits, everyday fashion, beauty, hobbies, jewellery, and homeware — you’ll find it all, with the bonus of festive lights,🔗local events, and plenty of opportunities to make a day or weekend of it.
Plan your visit, grab your shopping list, and enjoy the festive buzz of Milton Keynes!
An Alternative Option to in person Shopping - Milton Keynes City Centre Gift Card!
If you are not a fan of shopping or don't like the crowds, but love the offer in Milton Keynes City Centre, then why not opt to buy a MK City Centre Gift Card which is accepted at over 140 businesses across the centre, and can be ordered from this website and delivered to your door!
