Blog (Things to do) - Visit Cheltenham

Black Ark Media is proud to announce the launch of a Black History Trail map, which aims to deepen the understanding of both “British” and “Black British” history while promoting cultural appreciation. 

In celebration of its 10-year anniversary, KIBOU Japanese Kitchen and Bar is launching a ‘Best of 10’ specials menu this August, featuring some of the restaurant’s most loved dishes from over the last decade.

Ellenborough Park's Spa Garden Retreat awaits, inviting you to step into the essence of summer.

Beloved local burger creators, The Beefy Boys, will be showcased in an upcoming episode of the brand new BBC series, The Hidden World of Hospitality with Tom Kerridge.

Leading national and international street artists will move into Town Centre East car park this month to give it an incredible, top to bottom, makeover. 

Behind the highly professional, polished presentation of the main Festivals, the Festivals team do a huge amount each year to help underprivileged young people and support the local economy. Here are 12 things you may not know about them...

GWSR Plc President, Pete Waterman, visits Summer Heritage Diesel Gala to support GWR Trust's Stanway Viaduct appeal.

This summer, Adam Henson’s Cotswold Farm Park invites families to immerse themselves in an extravaganza of exciting activities and new countryside experiences.

In one episode of the 14th series Michael drops in on the Gloucestershire Warwickshire Railway in which he takes a trip from Broadway to Cheltenham behind resident Class 47 diesel no. 47105.

Take in some nostalgia at the annual summer heritage diesel gala from 7th-9th July. Diesels from the 1960's and 70s will haul trains over the weekend to an intense timetable.

Discover the fascinating needlework produced by the young women of the Cheltenham Female Orphan Asylum in this historic first exhibition.

Visitors to the Cheltenham Paint Festival (#CPF23) can download a new app for a full tour experience, including a map of all art locations and full audio guide.

The Brewery Quarter is teaming up with Cheltenham BID to bring you a smashing mini-Wimbledon extravaganza, serving up a fantastic time for all tennis enthusiasts. 

A vibrant and colourful celebration of Cheltenham's diversity returned to Pittville Park on June 10th 2023, with food, music, arts and crafts and a huge array of international cultures being showcased.

Sarah James, Director at Craft Festival, has been awarded an MBE for services to craft in His Majesty King Charles’ Birthday Honours List.