Blog (January 2023) - Visit Cheltenham

Visitors will soon be able to experience ‘wheely’ wonderful birds-eye views over Cheltenham when the Observation Wheel returns this week to Imperial Gardens.

From painting to rock climbing and everything in between, there’s plenty of choice in and around Cheltenham to explore and develop a new skill.

A local hotel has hit its green targets after preventing 100 per cent of its waste from going to land fill over the past year – and is now taking its next steps to become Green Tourism accredited.

The 2023 programme is packed full of live music events, comedy, dancing, art, poetry and fitness activities, as well as free community events across the trust’s landmark venues.

Cheltenham’s 2023 calendar is chocked full of side-splitting stand-up and other hilarious performances designed to get us smiling this year. Read our helpgul roundup of all of the funniest acts coming to town soon…

A roundup of some of the best Cheltenham bars and cafes offering low and no alcohol options in January 2023. We even went the extra mile and taste tested some of them for you.    

Enjoying Veganuary? Your quest to eat more vegan food needn't end in January! Our guide shares a handful of the MANY restaurants and cafes you can enjoy plant based food year-round in Cheltenham.

Chef Patron Jon Howe and the Lumiere team are extremely proud to reach number 21 this year, as they continue to take a leading role in Cheltenham’s thriving food and drink scene.

New bus fares at a reduced rate are being introduced later this month on the Park and Ride service from Arle Court to Cheltenham.

The 2023 programme is packed full of sensational events, from beloved family favourites to acclaimed dramas, laugh out loud comedies to outstanding stage adaptations of classic films.

Transport yourself to an enchanting winter wonderland at The Ivy Montpellier Brasserie this January with a menu filled with timeless classics and new delights.

Travel in style with Great Western and save money for shopping, wining and dining in Cheltenham town centre. Fares from London Paddington to Cheltenham Spa from only £17.00.

Looking for things to do to escape the cold wet weather this winter? Fancy yourself as a detective? We thoroughly recommend you swing by Knightsbridge Business Centre to check out Escape Entertainment.

In their ongoing mission to create a world where everyone can explore and create culture, Cheltenham Festivals is evolving its current membership scheme in 2023.

The wait is over! The Beefy Boys have finally revealed where their new Cheltenham burger restaurant will be after a few weeks of anticipation, following an announcement on their social media channels over Christmas.