Thu 24-04-2025
A brand new shopping outlet, the Cotswolds Designer Outlet, close to Tewkesbury in Gloucestershire, is set to open in just a matter of months. By early summer 2025, the shopping centre will be open with nearly 98% of its retail space already leased, featuring brands like BOSS, Marks & Spencer, Adidas and GUESS, along with dining options such as Wagamama, Five Guys, and Pret a Manger.
Just off Junction 9 of the M5, the Cotswolds Designer Outlet plans to combine classic Cotswolds architecture with modern amenities, including dog-friendly spaces and wellbeing-focused features. In 2023, property developer Robert Hitchins said it had appointed Bouygues UK as the main contractor for the £30 million first phase of the Cotswolds Designer Outlet in Tewkesbury, following a £20million investment in essential infrastructure and connectivity.
Phase 2 of the development includes extending the space by another 50,000 sq ft, and is also anticipated to launch sooner than expected.
Simon Tothill, property and development director at Robert Hitchins, said: "We have curated the line-up of Cotswolds Designer Outlet to offer the best of British and international fashion brands in a classic Cotswolds setting with an elevated customer-focused environment.
"To launch a new retail scheme that is nearly fully let is a real message of confidence from retail brands who can see the huge potential for a fresh, modern outlet retail destination that sets a new bar for the industry.
"We had faith in the demand for a high-quality destination in this location, which is accessible to such an extensive catchment and able to draw shoppers from across the region and tourists visiting the area from across the globe."
Christine Grace, leasing director at outlet specialist Multi-Realm, said: "To deliver an almost fully let retail destination of this scale three months ahead of completion is testament to the appeal of the Cotswolds Designer Outlet and to the vision and commitment of the team working on this project.
"Together with Robert Hitchins, we have worked hard to create a perfect blend of leading names, bringing the very best global labels and brands to the scheme.
"The success of this scheme proves that there remains a bright future for physical retail, if you curate an attractive and compelling space and have the relationships and data-driven approach needed to sign up global brands."
Here is the full list of the stores and cafes that are set to open at the shopping centre:
