Things to do near Cheltenham & the cotswolds

Discover & shop in Cheltenham, visit an abundance of wildlife parks and gardens or explore Cheltenham events like horse racing and the literature festival.

Shopping in Cheltenham

Shopping in Cheltenham

Find out more about what Cheltenham has to offer here: https://www.visitcheltenham.com/shopping

Explore Cheltenham

Explore Cheltenham

Cheltenham is a place of fine regency buildings, wide tree-lined avenues, beautiful parks, scenic lakes, spacious lawns and manicured gardens. There are a wealth of interesting shops that are sure to meet all your requirements and a visit to fashionable Montpellier (a...

Steam and Diesel

Steam and Diesel

The Gloucestershire Warwickshire Railway is a volunteer operated heritage railway in Gloucestershire offering a round trip of over 26 miles. It uses part of the route of the former Great Western Railway's main line from Birmingham to Cheltenham which used to run via...

Cotswold Wildlife Park

Cotswold Wildlife Park

Have a great day out and discover over 260 different animal species. For more information visit: www.cotswoldwildlifepark.co.uk

Slimbridge Wetland Centre

Slimbridge Wetland Centre

Visit Slimbridge Wetland Centre and experience a day out like no other. There really is something for everyone. From birdwatchers to families there is plenty to discover all year round. Enjoy amazing wildlife up-close. With experiences to suit all ages offering access...

Explore the Cotswolds

Explore the Cotswolds

Welcome to the Cotswolds, a very special, very wonderful place. A short break or even an extended holiday in the Cotswolds will leave you wanting more and you’ll be booking your next Cotswolds holiday as soon as you return home! Cheltenham is often refered to as the...

Sudeley Castle and Gardens

Sudeley Castle and Gardens

Located in the heart of the Cotswolds, Sudeley Castle & Gardens has played an important role in England’s history for over 1,000 years. Rated amongst the top attractions on TripAdvisor for ‘Things to Do in the Cotswolds’, the castle rooms and exhibits contain many...

Cheltenham Festivals

Cheltenham Festivals

Every year Cheltenham welcomes more than 2,500 of the world’s finest musicians, writers, scientists, performers and thinkers to join with us to entertain and inspire festival audiences of all ages. Cheltenham Festivals is the charitable organisation behind the town’s...

Horse Racing

Horse Racing

Cheltenham is the home of jump racing and at the heart of almost every aspect of Jump racing. This is the place where owners, trainers, jockeys, stable staff and breeders dream of having winners. It's the place where the most important races are run. This is where...

Discover Cheltenham Spa

Discover Cheltenham Spa

Cheltenham is often described as the cultural centre of The Cotswolds, described in the New York Times in January 2016 as a town enjoying a cultural renaissance with many "happening spots", and featured in the Independent in November as a "Design Destination" with...

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About Cheltenham

Cheltenham has a long history, dating back to the Roman occupation of Britain. It was originally a small settlement, but it grew rapidly in the 18th century due to the development of the spa industry. Today, Cheltenham is a popular tourist destination, known for its Georgian architecture, its horse racing, and its annual music festival.