I had such a wonderful day at the lovely new Cotswolds Designer Outlet Centre! The whole place feels beautifully laid out, modern and relaxed, with a great mix of shops that makes it easy to spend the whole day browsing. The discounts were genuinely impressive across the board, and it was refreshing to see so many current-fashion pieces rather than older stock.

Hobbs ladieswear was an absolute standout — elegant, well-presented and full of seasonal styles at brilliant prices. Carvela had a gorgeous selection of shoes and boots, from everyday styles to statement pieces, all at amazing value. We also loved popping into Sweaty Betty and Adidas, both offering fantastic gymwear collections. Beyond those, there were so many other tempting stops: everything from homeware, delicious chocolate shops and lifestyle brands to menswear, kids’ stores and beauty, ensuring the whole family was catered for.

Dining options were equally impressive. We started with a lovely lunch at Pret A Manger, which was ideal for a fresh, tasty pastry and a steaming hot latte. Later on, we stayed for supper at Zizzi, and it was fabulous. The service was warm, the atmosphere inviting, and the food absolutely delicious — the perfect way to round off a full day of shopping. We left not only with arms full of fantastic discounted finds, but also happily full after a leisurely hour relaxing at Zizzi.

Overall, the Cotswolds Designer Outlet Centre is a fantastic new destination — stylish, welcoming, with great discounts and a brilliant choice of places to eat. We’ll definitely be returning for some Christmas gifts.

For full information on what is happening at Cotswolds Designer Outlet and to book tickets for events, visit Cotswolds Designer Outlet.

Written by Luxuria Lifestyle’s Global Editor Debbie Stone