Blog (Attractions) - Visit Cheltenham

GWSR is welcoming youngsters to its award-winning Cotswold Festival of Steam on Monday, 26 May. The event celebrates ‘Railway 200’, a year-long nationwide celebration of the bi-centenary of modern railways.

On 29^th and 30^th March, guests can treat mums to a chance to witness live lambing and meet up to 50 rare breeds throughout the park, all topped off with a meal from the Ox Shed restaurant’s delicious new menu.

February is just around the corner, and we think it's a great time to blow away the cobwebs and show your support of a new Cheltenham restaurant!

We may be ever so slightly biased, but we believe Cheltenham is absolutely deserving of its spot on the list and we've rounded up a few key reasons as to why.

Cheltenham is gearing up for an unforgettable 2025, with a year packed full of exciting events, landmark anniversaries, and new experiences. The Festival Town is set to shine with a series of unmissable moments.

The Wilson Art Gallery and Museum in Cheltenham has unveiled its latest cohort of talented new artists-in-residence under the We Are Creators programme.

Lumière Restaurant and Le Champignon Sauvage have put Cheltenham firmly on the UK’s culinary map. Both restaurants have been recognised in Harden’s Top 100 UK Restaurants list, with Lumiere coming in at an incredible number 9!

The team at The Wilson Art Gallery and Museum are inviting local people to transform the collections galleries.

The festive season at Cheltenham Ice Rink officially commenced last night with a grand opening. Located in the heart of the spectacular Imperial Gardens.

One of the many wonderful things about the Cheltenham Paint Festival is that you can enjoy the expressive street art, created by incredible artists from around the world, year-round.

**Unfortunately, due to bad weather, this event has had to be postponed.  More details to follow** 

A once in a lifetime free community event, The Holst 150 Birthday Party, is taking place on the 21st September 1-6pm in Imperial Gardens and you are invited to join the celebrations!

The Everyman Theatre has excitedly announced the launch of a new addition to its Everyvoice Choir family: the Sing Out Proud Choir. A vibrant new collective designed to be an inclusive space for members of the LGBTQ+ community, and their allies.

Seven parks and green spaces across Cheltenham retain their Green Flag status for another year after being named among the best in the country.

The local distiller’s events calendar is full to the brim, and they are ready and raring to go to supply the very best handcrafted products to gin lovers and enthusiasts alike.

From magical festivals and outdoor theatre, to a fun-filled day out for the whole family to enjoy, Sudeley Castle & Gardens is hosting an array of enchanting events this summer.