The Designer Outlet Village is getting set to launch Swindon Arts Jazz Festival 2003 on Sep-tember 28 and 29.

Jazz musician Jamie Cullum and a group from Commonweal School will officially launch the festival with performances throughout the weekend in the centre.

They will perform between the foodcourt and the At Home building.

As part of the main event, from April 24 until April 27, 2003, a host of top musicians will be appearing in the Jazz Caf Marquee, situated next to the centre.

Iona Carter, McArthurGlen marketing manager, said: "Last year's festival was a fantastic success and visitors enjoyed performances from jazz great Acker Bilk and The Ray Gelato Giants.

"There was a great atmosphere and even people who didn't think they liked jazz were tapping their feet.

"Jamie Cullum and Common-weal School were the stars from last year's festival so we're thrilled they'll be here again to entertain our visitors."