Cheltenham Cricket Festival

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Cheltenham Cricket Festival - July 2021

The Cheltenham Cricket Festival is one of the most loved events in the social and sporting calendar. The idyllic setting of Cheltenham College provides the perfect backdrop for cricket at the height of summer.

Gloucestershire have been playing in the stunning grounds of Cheltenham College for over 140 years, making this the world’s longest running cricket festival on an outfield.  It was started by James Lillywhite in 1872 with the first match being played against Surrey and was won by Gloucestershire. No other Cricket Festival in the world has been played on the same ground for that length of time and no other cricket festival in the world lasts for twelve days or more.

The ground’s idyllic setting has provided a perfect backdrop for the Festival throughout its history, a great attraction for cricket fans, new supporters and big cricketing stars.

Whether you’re an avid cricket fan or a first timer, the festival is the perfect opportunity to entertain clients, treat friends and family or reward staff to a fantastic day out. You can expect a fantastic atmosphere.

The Visit Cayman Islands Cheltenham Cricket Festival fixtures 2021...

Gloucestershire against Middlesex - Monday 5th July 11am - 4 days County Championship 

Gloucestershire against Middlesex - Friday 9th July 2.30pm - Vitality Blast

Gloucestershire against Hampshire - Sunday 11th July 11am - 4 days County Championship

Gloucestershire against Surrey - Friday 16th July 2.30pm - Vitality Blast

Click here to view the full Gloucestershire 2021 home fixtures. 

For more summer event inspiration check out our Cheltenham Events & Festivals Guide 2021