welcoming customers from near and far.” The fact that it will draw customers from near to the development will be of concern to business owners on Tewkesbury’s high street. In September, Tewkesbury was one of 69 conurbations across the UK to benefit from a £95 million government funding boost for promoting high streets as a destination. And Rob Bird, leader of Tewkesbury Borough Council believes that the new outlet will be “complementary” to the traditional high street. The council still have to approve the reserved matters planning permission for the site, which will determine the final design and details, but Councillor Bird said it would be good for the town. “The retail outlet at Junction 9 will create hundreds of jobs for the area. “Tewkesbury Borough Council has also now secured £2 million of government funding to help bring new life to the high street, making the town more attractive to business investment and tourists. “This designer outlet development is expected to be complementary to the offering of the high street, and we anticipate it will draw people in from a wider area” l
Robert Hitchins Ltd, said: “Designer Outlet Cotswolds will be an eye-catching development, reflecting the architecture and materials of the historic towns and villages of the Cotswolds. “We’ll be creating a state-of-the-art retail destination, with contemporary and adaptable units suited to the needs of modern shopping and dining. “With a comfortable and welcoming environment, this will be a memorable addition to a day out in the Cotswolds. “We’re very excited about the development plans and look forward to completing the scheme and
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