MORE than 45 shops will take part in a special sale event which is happening this weekend.

Freeport Braintree will host its first ever 'Secret Sale' from Friday, September 28, until Sunday, September 30.

Only shoppers who sign-up to a pass online will be able to benefit from the deals on offer.

The three-day event marks the start of the autumn shopping season with savings set to be offered at many of the already discounted famous brands.

Josef O'Sullivan, centre manager at Freeport, said: "We’re really excited to be hosting our first ever secret sale.

"The promotions have not been advertised anywhere within the centre, so only those with a Sale Pass will be able to find out more and access the incredible deals.

"As an outlet destination, we love to offer our customers the very best savings and we can’t wait for our customers to see what there is on offer at participating stores later this month.”

Visit freeport-braintree.com/secret-sale to sign-up for a pass.