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Let us help you plan your next weekend in Cheltenham Spa. Our suggested weekend itineraries feature the unmissable sights and hidden gems to ensure you have an unforgettable stay in our Regency town...
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Quintessential England & Cool Britannia
Cheltenham offers an unrivalled blend of Regency history and cosmpolitan spirit in an easily accessible location. Dubbed the cultural capital of The Cotswolds, Cheltenham can be accessed via junctions 10, 11 and 11a of the M5 motorway and the A40 passes through Cheltenham between Oxford and Wales. Please note Junction 10 has restricted access and only southbound traffic can exit the motorway here. Gloucestershire Airport at Staverton, just under 4 miles away from Cheltenham, offer flights to the Isle of Man, Jersey, Belfast, Glasgow and Newcastle and also offer private aircraft charter. Find out more about travel & parking...
Reasons to visit include an enviable calendar of festivals in Cheltenham, unmatched independent and boutique shopping, an exceptional gastronomic scene and of course, our ideal location for accessing the wider Cotswolds, and many of the quintessential Cotswold towns & villages.
Use our 'What's on' calendar to find events happening while you are here, or use our 'Things to do' guide to help plan your activities. Don't forget, we have a handy itinerary planner tool on the site; simply click the pink hearts or 'add to favourites' buttons to use when you come back to the page.
Of course, if you use Cheltenham as a base for the wider Cotswolds, you can also discover (and take part in) the many quirky events that happen including the Cotswold Olimpicks. There is a wealth of local attractions, with something to suit every interest. If you want to explore the area more by foot, try walking along The Cotswold Way or one of the many other footpaths within the Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. See our highlights in 'Beyond Cheltenham'.
Don't forget, Cheltenham is also a stone’s throw of Shakespeare Country, including his home town of Stratford-upon-Avon (45 mins) and a convenient bus ride to the dreaming spires of the university city of Oxford (45 mins).
