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Summer is firmly on the horizon, and with it comes the return of one of the Cotswolds most anticipated celebrations of food, drink and community - the Cheltenham Food & Drink Festival. Set against the elegant backdrop of Montpellier Gardens, in Cheltenham town centre, this year’s festival promises a…
Maggie Aderin | Russell Arnott | Angela Gallop | Saira Hameed | Claudia Hammond | Julia King | Mark Langtry | Tim Marshall | Deborah Meaden | Hugh Montgomery | Alice Roberts | Adam Rutherford | Josh Smalley | Richard Susskind | Jimmy Wales | Adele Zeynep Walton Over 100 events will transform…
Fresh Art Fair returns to The Centaur at Cheltenham Racecourse from 24 April 2026, bringing with it a host of exciting new exhibitors. With over 50 galleries taking part, it remains the only fair outside London where visitors can browse and buy artwork from emerging talent alongside world-renowned…
The countdown is on until the biggest horse racing event of the year! The Cheltenham Festival takes place from 10–13 March 2026, and this year sees the return of the much-loved Ladies Day on the Wednesday. Blending elegance and excitement, Ladies Day at Cheltenham is a spectacle not to be missed…
With Cheltenham Festival just weeks away, it's time to plan what you are going to wear. This guide shares six stylish menswear stores in Cheltenham where you can stock up on the best in raceday attire. Dubarry of Ireland 60 The Promenade, Cheltenham GL50 1LY Founded in 1937, Dubarry of Ireland has…
Cheltenham Jazz Festival has announced details of its 30th anniversary edition, taking place from Wednesday 29th April to Monday 4th May. One of Europe’s most popular jazz festivals, the six-day event will present a wide-ranging programme spanning international headliners, leading contemporary jazz…
Cheltenham Jazz Festival (29 April-4 May) is thrilled to announce a new 3-year partnership with DEYA Brewery for 2026, celebrating the Festival's 30th anniversary with bold sounds, fresh talent and great beer. Marking the next chapter of the internationally renowned jazz festival, the partnership…
Cheltenham’s famous Festival atmosphere will extend well beyond the racecourse this March, with The Brewery Quarter set to host an exciting programme of entertainment, food and live music throughout the week. The Cheltenham Festival takes place this year from Tuesday 10 to Friday 13 March, and The…
Ahead of National Storytelling Week (2-8 February), Cheltenham Festivals has set out its ambitions for The Next Chapter of the charity’s future, with a campaign of activities dedicated to creating a world where everyone can explore and create culture. In support of The National Year of Reading, at…
The Cheltenham Travel Festival is back...inspiring adventures and making memories with a team of passionate explorers and industry experts. If watching "Race Around the World" has whetted your appetite, this festival is the place where those dreams can become reality. Attend and enjoy captivating…