With our bloomin' marvellous flower displays, blue skies and sunshine galore, it's our favourite time of year at Braintree Village. We've mapped out your next visit below – from shopping essentials to dining and drinks – so all you need to do is show up and enjoy!
Braintree Village has transformed into a pastel vision with pink blooms around every corner. These dazzling silk displays were designed by the multi-talented Shilpa Reddy and are on display until 2nd September, so why not co-ordinate your outfit and up your selfie game?
Whether you strike a pose in front of our living wall, floral telephone box or interactive summer lounge, make sure you tag us on social media using #LoveBraintreeVillage!
From beauty buys to picnic prep; summer fashion to sporty essentials, we have it all – and at remarkable outlet prices.
For a fresh new look, head to The Cosmetics Company Store and reinvent yourself with the hottest make-up for festival season. Need new shades to complete the 'fit? Sunglass Hut is your one-stop shop for trendy sunnies. Plus, don't miss super savings at adidas, Under Armour, Polo Ralph Lauren, Radley London, Ted Baker and many more of our top clothing and accessory brands.
Hosting barbecues and dinner parties? You're guaranteed to wow guests with tableware and cooking must-haves from Denby, ProCook and Home & Cook.
Fancy going hands-free? Our Dropit service is here to help, with carry-to-car, collection and home delivery options.
Nothing says summer like dinner and drinks outdoors. Bill's serves delicious food around the clock – personally, we're addicted to the veggietastic Hippy Bowl and super-fresh Sea Bass Florentine at the moment (pictured).
There's also shaded outdoor seating at Wildwood, so you can close your eyes, breathe in that stone-baked pizza smell and pretend you're dining al fresco in Italy. Alternatively, swing by PizzaExpress and tuck into the summer menu, introducing the new Romana Hoisin Duck and Romana Zucchini and Ricotta pizzas. Top it all off with an irresistably rich sundae...any day of the week!
There's ample opportunity for family fun, too. Across from us in Braintree Retail Park, you'll find a 12-screen Cineworld showing all the latest releases; as well the Namco Funscape complex, home to a fantastic ten-pin bowling complex, amusement arcade and Pac-Man-themed soft play area.
And from a day of splashing out in our stores to making a splash, hit the pool at the Braintree Swimming & Fitness centre – located within our South Car Park.
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