Blog (July 2018) - Visit Cheltenham

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Strongest swingers in the world

How a group of 12 unlikely ladies from Cheltenham took on a Guinness World Record attempt… and smashed it...

Illustration of Gustav Holst

Holst Hundred; letterpress poster public art

During World War I, Gustav Holst was music to soldiers in Salonika and Constantinople; now a public art piece commemorates the 25 Cheltenham soldiers who died at Salonika...

Sudeley Secret Garden

Sudeley Secret Garden

The magnificent Secret Garden at Sudeley Castle celebrates its 20th birthday...

Images of the inside of Smokey Joes in Cheltenham

In the spotlight; Smokey Joe's

Having visited authentic American diners on countless occasions ‘across the pond’, I find the British alternatives often never seem to live up to the state-side ones. Despite the frequent disappointments, I’m always keen to try and find somewhere to match up to the real American experience...

Cheltenham Paint Festival 2018: headlining artists announced

Cheltenham Paint Festival 2018: headlining artists announced

Each year, a public art festival helps transform empty spaces in the town into art must-sees and this year is no exception. Over 100 international artists are on their way to to spray, brush and stencil as part of the Cheltenham Paint Festival...

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