Blog (Activities) - Visit Cheltenham

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Unfortunately, due to the government announcement on the 14th of June regarding extending lockdown until the 19th of July, we have postponed the event to a later date 23rd - 25th July 2021. 

The Government’s announcement on Monday that there will be a four-week delay to easing lockdown restrictions has meant Cheltenham Jazz Festival can no longer go ahead with its planned series of six ticketed jazz concerts... 

The UK’s leading scientists, presenters, writers, artists and activists have made their way to Cheltenham for one of the first post-lockdown festivals of 2021.

Take the new public art trail and find all the kingfishers scattered across the Cotswolds. 

After a very wet May, the sun is on its way. Events are also well and truly back in The Festival Town from this month!  Get ready to fill your diary with epic theatre performances, fun activities and festivals of all kinds, from science to food and hot air balloons.

The Everyman Theatre is raising the curtain and unveiling a new season of stunning shows for the coming months in a brand-new brochure out now.

We are delighted to announce that the Gloucestershire Warwickshire Steam Railway (GWSR) has expanded its services from today (18 May), reflecting the latest relaxation of Covid lockdown restrictions

Steve and Sean are qualified Blue Badge tourist guides with a special interest in Cheltenham. We asked them to get involved with our latest campaign #HappyPlaceCheltenham...

Global migration of life-size elephant sculptures extended at historic Cotswold castle until 6 June.

Today Cheltenham Science Festival launches 60+ free online activities for schools and families, giving children everywhere the chance to explore science with a host of favourite presenters, writers and scientists.

We are excited to announce Escape Rooms Cheltenham will be opening their doors on June 25th with an intriguing new escape room with a GCHQ-inspired theme!

The sun is shining, bluebells are out in force, the sound of laughter in beer gardens has returned and there are two bank holidays to look forward to this month. There is lots to be optimistic about...

4-9 June will see the Cheltenham Science Festival return to bring all the best scientists, writers and thinkers to six remarkable days of discovery. We're ecstatic to be announcing the first-look of what's on offer for the Science Festival in Summer...

Mother’s Day is all about giving back, and there’s no place better than Cheltenham to find your mum the perfect treat...