As the days grow longer and Cheltenham begins to glow with the promise of summer, The Queens Hotel Cheltenham welcomes guests and locals alike to enjoy the season in one of the town’s most iconic and elegant settings.
This summer is all about celebrating relaxed luxury, exceptional food and drink, and moments best savoured at an unhurried pace. From sun-filled afternoons on the terrace overlooking the iconic Imperial Gardens to refined dining, The Queens offers a beautifully balanced summer experience for every occasion.
The reopening of the terrace
The hotel is delighted to announce the opening of its terrace over the 1st May Bank Holiday weekend, marking the official start of the summer season. Framed by historic architecture and tranquil greenery, these outdoor spaces offer a chic yet welcoming backdrop for long afternoons and elegant evenings.
Guests are invited to enjoy thoughtfully crafted food and drink, inspired by seasonal flavours and the very best of local produce. Whether visiting for a leisurely aperitif, light bites in the sunshine, or evening cocktails as the sun sets, the terrace and gardens provide the perfect place to unwind, with the Queens Hotel Summer Garden offering a relaxed and stylish alfresco setting.
Afternoon tea on the terrace
This summer, afternoon tea will also be available on the terrace, allowing guests to enjoy this much-loved tradition in the open air, alongside the experience offered at Duke’s Tea Room at The Queens Hotel.
Served with all the elegance expected from The Queens, afternoon tea is the perfect way to slow down and savour the season — delicate finger sandwiches, freshly baked scones, and beautifully crafted sweet treats, paired with fine teas or a celebratory glass of Champagne. It is ideal for a special catch-up, a relaxed celebration, or simply as a treat on a summer afternoon.
Afternoon tea can be booked via the hotel’s website, where gift vouchers are also available for those wishing to give the gift of a quintessential Queens experience.
An exciting new collaboration: Pommery & Hawkstone
This summer also brings the launch of two exciting new collaborations, enhancing the drinks offering both indoors and out.
The Queens Hotel Cheltenham proudly introduces Pommery Champagne, a house renowned for its heritage, elegance, and precision. Perfectly suited to summertime celebrations, Pommery adds a refined touch to any occasion, from Louis Pommery English sparkling afternoon tea on the terrace to celebratory dinners inside the hotel.
Complementing this is Hawkstone, the proudly British beer brand known for its quality ingredients and authentic countryside character. Brewed using British barley, Hawkstone brings a refreshingly honest and premium option to the summer drinks menu, ideal for relaxed afternoons in the gardens or alongside seasonal dishes.
Together, Pommery and Hawkstone reflect the spirit of The Queens, offering choice, quality, and a sense of place — whether the preference is Champagne sophistication or craft beer character.
Victoria's – elegant dining at the heart of the hotel
Inside the hotel, Victoria's continues to offer a refined yet welcoming dining experience throughout the summer season. The menu is inspired by seasonal ingredients and classic technique, making it the perfect setting for leisurely lunches, pre-theatre dining, or relaxed evening meals.
As the warmer months arrive, dishes are thoughtfully designed to feel light, fresh, and full of flavour, while still celebrating confident classics. Guests can pair their meal with a glass of Pommery Champagne or a perfectly poured Hawkstone and enjoy attentive service in one of Cheltenham’s most elegant dining rooms.
Whether moving seamlessly from the terrace into an evening meal, or visiting specifically for a Restaurant Victoria experience, guests can expect the same sense of style, comfort, and hospitality throughout.
Live music & a soundtrack to summer
Over the weekends, the gardens come to life with live music, creating a relaxed and elegant soundtrack to the start of the season:
- Friday: Live music from 4pm
- Saturday: Live music from 3pm
- Sunday: Live music from 2pm
Each performance is carefully curated to enhance the atmosphere, providing the perfect accompaniment to drinks, conversation, and long summer afternoons.
A place for every summer occasion
Whether visiting for charcuterie sharing boards, afternoon tea on the terrace, an aperitif in the sunshine, live music with friends, or an elegant dining experience at Victoria's, The Queens Hotel Cheltenham offers something for every summer mood.
With iconic surroundings, exceptional food and drink, and exciting new collaborations, the hotel looks forward to welcoming guests this season for a truly memorable start to summer.
Tables can be booked and gift vouchers purchased via the website, making it easy to plan a visit or treat someone special to The Queens experience.
Here’s to long days, warm evenings, and summer at The Queens.