48 hours in Cheltenham and Cotswolds suggested itinerary

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Exterior of Waterstones

Waterstones Cheltenham

They have three floors of wonderful books and gifts, together with a coffee shop which offers both…

Painswick

Painswick

The historic wool town of Painswick, known as ‘The Queen of the Cotswolds’, is one of the finest…

Pittville Pump Room Cheltenham

Pittville Pump Room

Pittville Pump Room is a beautiful, historic Grade One listed property set in parkland at Pittville…

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Cotswold Discovery Trail

Treasure trails to explore the beauty, history and heritage of the Cotswolds. Have fun exploring…

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  1. Add Escape Rooms Cheltenham to your Itinerary

    Escape Rooms Cheltenham

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    Escape room

    Cheltenham

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    From:
    1 Jan 2024to31 Dec 2024Various Opening Times

    Fun escape room challenges for teams of up to six players, who have to work together to solve all the puzzles in order to escape the room in under 60 minutes.

  2. Add The Hare and the Minotaur to your Itinerary

    The Hare and the Minotaur

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    Sub-Attraction

    Cheltenham

    The Hare and the Minotaur Statue in Cheltenham can be found on The Promenade, outside House of Fraser. It is a truly remarkable statue, and although not everyone loves it, it is worth a stop on your visit to Cheltenham.

  3. Add Ian Coley Sporting Ltd to your Itinerary

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    Ian Coley Sporting Ltd

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    Outdoor Activity/Pursuit Centre

    Cheltenham

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2024to31 Dec 2024Various Opening Times

    Ian Coley Sporting are one of the best shooting grounds and schools in the UK - the perfect place to learn how to shoot under the guidance of their friendly and experienced coaches.

  4. Add Everyman Theatre to your Itinerary

    Everyman Theatre

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    Venue Provider

    Cheltenham

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    1 Jan 2024to31 Dec 2024Open 09:00 - 17:00

    The Everyman is Gloucestershire's theatre - and has been serving the county (and beyond) since 1891.

  5. Add The Story of Pittville Pump Room -  Heritage Trail to your Itinerary

    The Story of Pittville Pump Room - Heritage Trail

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    Historic Site

    Cheltenham

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    4 Apr 2024to6 Apr 2024

    A free immersive heritage trail bringing the history of the iconic Grade I listed Regency building to life.

  6. Best dog walks in Cheltenham

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    Walking

    Cheltenham

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    1 Jan 2024to31 Dec 2024

    Our pick of the best dog walks in and around Cheltenham. You’re never far from green space in Cheltenham. Our Regency town is home to many spectacular parks and gardens offering endless opportunities for great dog walks. Spectacular countryside also…

  7. Add The Wilson - Cheltenham Art Gallery & Museum to your Itinerary

    The Wilson - Cheltenham Art Gallery & Museum

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    Museum

    Cheltenham

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    1 Jan 2024to31 Dec 2024Various Opening Times

    The Wilson Art Gallery & Museum has an outstanding museum and art gallery with a programme of exciting temporary exhibitions and permanent galleries.

  8. Add Gloucestershire Warwickshire Steam Railway to your Itinerary

    Gloucestershire Warwickshire Steam Railway

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    Steam Railway

    Winchcombe, Cheltenham

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    From:
    2 Mar 2024to1 Jan 2025Various Opening Times

    The friendly line in the Cotswolds offers a unique opportunity to sample train travel from 50 years ago...

  9. Add The Romantic Road - Classic Car Hire or Luxury Chauffeur Tour to your Itinerary

    The Romantic Road - Classic Car Hire or Luxury Chauffeur Tour

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    Alternative Days out

    Dates

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    1 Jan 2024to31 Dec 2024

    Featured in The Telegraph as one of the Great British Drives, The Romantic Road takes you on a drive through quintessentially English countryside,starting in Cheltenham.

  10. Add The Neptune Fountain to your Itinerary

    The Neptune Fountain

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    Historic Site

    Cheltenham

    The Neptune Fountain is worth a visit all year round; whether water flows from its faucets or not, the fountain is a monumental statuesque piece depicting Greek god Neptune in a shell-chariot, being drawn by four sea-horses and heralded by…

  11. Add Leisure At Cheltenham to your Itinerary

    Leisure At Cheltenham

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    Leisure/Swimming Pool

    Cheltenham

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2024to31 Dec 2024Various Opening Times

    With such a large range of activities available at Leisure At Cheltenham there really is something for everyone from swimming to racket sports, soft play and even trampolining.

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    Cotswold Discovery Trail

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    Activities

    Stroud

    Dates

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    1 Jan 2024to31 Dec 2024

    Treasure trails to explore the beauty, history and heritage of the Cotswolds. Have fun exploring the Cotswolds by car following trail directions and answering questions and clues.

  13. Add Cleeve Hill to your Itinerary

    Cleeve Hill

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    Viewpoint

    Cheltenham

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    1 Jan 2024to31 Dec 2024

    Cleeve Hill is located on Cheltenham’s North-Eastern edge, on the way to Winchcombe, affording breath-taking views of Cheltenham and the surrounding area...

  14. Cox's Meadow

    Cheltenham

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    1 Jan 2024to31 Dec 2024

    Cox’s Meadow is a mixture of wetland and wildland.  Since the early years of the millennium it has been part of Cheltenham’s Flood Alleviation Scheme. The town is vulnerable to floods caused by run-offs from thunderstorms high on the nearby hills.

  15. Add Tour and Explore to your Itinerary

    Tour and Explore

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    Guided Tour

    Gloucester

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    From:
    1 Jan 2024to31 Dec 2024

    Tour and Explore

    We provide informative and entertaining Tour Guides for coach & walking tours of North Wiltshire and the Cotswolds. There’s so much to see - medieval villages, magnificent abbeys & churches, ancient monuments, attractive gardens

  16. Add Sudeley Castle & Gardens to your Itinerary

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    Sudeley Castle & Gardens

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    Castle/Fort

    Winchcombe, Near Cheltenham

    Dates

    From:
    12 Apr 2024to31 Oct 2024Open 10:00 - 16:00

    Award-winning gardens surrounding Castle and medieval ruins. Exhibitions, rare-breeds pheasantry, restaurant & cafe, adventure play area.

  17. Add Imperial Gardens to your Itinerary

    Imperial Gardens

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    Garden

    Cheltenham

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2024to31 Dec 2024Various Opening Times

    The Imperial Gardens were originally landscaped and planted as a pleasure garden for the wealthy. Today approximately 25,000 bedding plants are used to produce the magnificent floral displays enjoyed by thousands of visitors every year.

  18. Add Tewkesbury Abbey to your Itinerary

    Tewkesbury Abbey

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    Abbey/Priory

    Tewkesbury

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    1 Jan 2024to31 Dec 2024Open 08:00 - 18:00

    Tewkesbury Abbey is a parish church of cathedral proportions tucked in the middle of the bustling market town of Tewkesbury. It contains many interesting features and should not be missed.

  19. Add Events and Experiences at John Lewis & Partners Cheltenham to your Itinerary

    Events and Experiences at John Lewis & Partners Cheltenham

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    Event Venue

    Cheltenham

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    From:
    1 Jan 2024to31 Dec 2024Various Opening Times

    Offering a variety of bookable services, visitors to John Lewis Cheltenham can book a Personal Styling appointment, Nursery Advice service or a Home Design consultation. Since opening in 2018, John Lewis Cheltenham has always been a hive of eventing…

  20. Add Voi - Electric Scooter Hire Cheltenham to your Itinerary

    Voi - Electric Scooter Hire Cheltenham

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    Activities

    Dates

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    1 Jan 2024to31 Dec 2024

    Enjoy exploring Cheltenham on an electric scooter. The Voi. scooters are available to rent from various locations across Cheltenham, including the Promenade and Pittville Park.

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