The highly anticipated event, dubbed ‘Summer’s Greatest Secret’, delivered on its promise of surprise and spectacle, with the Sugababes lighting up the stage.

They performed crowd pleasing, chart-topping hits including Push the Button, Overload and Freak Like Me as part of the 30th anniversary celebration of Cheshire Oaks.

Adding to the celebratory atmosphere, Howard Donald of Take That and Kimberly Wyatt of the Pussycat Dolls got the event, which was free and a gift to the local community, started with high-energy DJ sets of 90s and 00s hits in honour of the centre’s 30-year legacy. 

With a purpose-built stage, golden circle access for team members and local charity partners and a VIP meet-and-greet for a lucky few, the night was a heartfelt thank-you to the shoppers, staff and supporters who have been part of the outlet’s journey since it first opened in 1995.

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Kenny Murray, General Manager at Cheshire Oaks Designer Outlet, said: “We promised something special, and the reaction from the crowd said it all. 

“The Sugababes were the perfect surprise to mark this milestone and having Howard and Kimberly on the decks as well certainly made it a night to remember. 

“This was about celebrating both our community and our customers, and the incredible journey we’ve been on together over the last three decades.”

The 30th anniversary celebrations will continue throughout the year, with more surprises still to come as the site, which at 400,000 square feet and 165+ resident brands, is the largest designer outlet in the UK, continues to pay tribute to and celebrate its storied past.