CHERYL celebrated turning 40 in style as she headed off on a luxury retreat with her Girls Aloud bandmates.
The singer-turned-actress was also joined by her 2:22 A Ghost Story co-star and former EastEnders actor Jake Wood for the occasion.
Former X Factor judge Cheryl posted a clip on Instagram giving fans a peek into her weekend.
In the video Kimberley Walsh, Nicola Roberts and Nadine Coyle could be seen joining in the fun, while Jake, 50, flashed the flesh as he went paddle boarding.
Also in attendance was Cheryl's mum Joan and her six-year-old son Bear, who she shares with ex-boyfriend Liam Payne.
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Cheryl captioned her upload: "As my 40th celebrations end and a new era begins I just wanted to wish all my fellow 83 babies the happiest of happy birthdays.
"Wishing for you inner peace , much love , joy & happiness ✨???? we made it through the turbulence! They say life begins at 40 and I think I believe them ????."
As well as swimming and watersports, Cheryl and the gang also enjoyed archery and what looked like a wild birthday dinner.
Cheryl and her pals were at the Wilderness Reserve in Suffolk with stays ranging from £561 to £10,469 per night.
Judging from Cheryl's photos, she and the gang stayed at The Grange, the seven-bedroom farmhouse which has a private spa and swimming pool.
According to the website, it costs £4,066 per night to rent and is £290 per person if fully booked out with 14 people.
