Blog (Things to do) - Visit Cheltenham

Cheltenham Music Festival has announced a sparkling line-up for its seventy-ninth year, playing host to some of the most exciting names of today’s classical music world.

Cheltenham Borough Council has teamed up with several local partners including No Child Left Behind (NCLB) to deliver an unforgettable programme of events.

With large numbers of visitors to Cheltenham expected for the return of the Cheltenham Festival, the council is working with key stakeholders and agencies to ensure everyone is as safe as possible.

The day is set to be an extra special celebration, with birthday cake firmly on the menu, as it also marks the beginning of her 50^th year as the castle’s esteemed Chatelaine.

The Wilson Art Gallery and Museum brings the remarkable Radev Collection to Cheltenham this spring.

The Gloucestershire Warwickshire Steam Railway has announced its first visiting locomotive for the popular, award-winning Cotswold Festival of Steam.

Get ready for a 'wheely' good time as the Cheltenham Observation Wheel gears up for its triumphant return to Imperial Gardens. 

A new survey inviting people to share their views on the type of physical activities they enjoy, where they take place and if there are any barriers that may prevent them from exercising.

Adam Henson’s Cotswold Farm Park is celebrating after winning not just one, but four prestigious accolades at the National Farm Attractions Network (NFAN) 2024 awards.

Last year’s event welcomed 800 new arrivals, the biggest of its kind in the UK, and 2024 promises to be equally as exciting with 828 lambs and 61 kids expected this spring.

With awe-inspiring events, fabulous festivals, historic milestones and famous faces all set to grace Cheltenham this calendar year, 2024 is looking set to be a monumental time for The Festival Town.

Explore our recommended spots for admiring the lovely snowdrop blooms in and around Cheltenham.

Leisure at Cheltenham customers are advised that the teaching pool and Splash Pad will remain closed for up to six weeks for essential maintenance.  

The long-awaited Gloucester Tall Ships Festival will make a magnificent return to the historic Gloucester Docks in from Saturday 25th May to Monday 27th May 2024.

With costs constantly rising, finding restaurants that provide the best value for money is a top priority for a lot of would-be diners. That’s why we’ve rounded up a list of affordable Cheltenham eateries that won't break the bank...