LEISURE VISITS
Cheltenham: Your Perfect Base for Exploring the Vibrant Cotswolds
If you’re thinking of visiting the Cotswolds, you couldn’t pick a better base than Cheltenham. Nestled in the centre of the Cotswolds, Cheltenham has a lot to offer.
The town is famous for the Cheltenham Festival, which takes place in March every year, attracting hundreds of thousands of horse racing fans from all over the world. There’s also the Cheltenham Jazz Festival in April, the Science Festival in June, the Music Festival in July and the Literature Festival in October.
Known for Regency buildings, Cheltenham is a special place as it's the most complete Regency town in the UK.
If you’re looking for things to do, there is the Pittville Pump Room - a remnant of Cheltenham’s past as a spa town. Then there is fine art at The Wilson Museum, Holst’s Victorian House - the 19th-century home of the celebrated composer, and the monumental ‘Neptune Fountain’ sculpture to name a few.
Explore Regency Cheltenham: Architecture and Culture Unveiled
Georgian Architecture, Street Art, and Endless Delights
You'll see well-preserved Georgian architecture in Cheltenham, and enjoy splendid street art and stylish shops. From Montpellier, down the Promenade and onto the High Street there is a wide selection of shops for all.
The town is home to the famous Cheltenham Ladies College, known for its outstanding academic excellence, and whether you’re looking to relax in the Imperial Gardens, walk along the Promenade or eat in one of the many restaurants, you won’t be short of things to do.
