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Christmas in Cheltenham 2020

This year, Christmas is going to be a little different. Even with all the current uncertainty, one thing we know for sure is we all deserve a big dose of Christmas magic!

For a guaranteed festive boost locals (and visitors from tiers 1 & 2 ) are invited to come and visit Cheltenham. Our beautiful Regency town is twinkling in thousands of Christmas lights.

We also have some magical (socially distanced) Christmas events to look forward to, delicious festive food and of course the joy of Christmas shopping for our loved ones.

To get you in the festive mood check out our guide to Christmas Events in Cheltenham featuring Tweedy's Reduced Pantomime at the Everyman Theatre, the popular annual Spectacle of Light at Sudeley Castle, an Enchanted Light Trail at Cotswold Farm Park and of course a Santa Experience on board a steam train with GWSR.

This Christmas ‘tis the season to shop local and support small in Cheltenham. To assist we’ve published The Ultimate Cheltenham Christmas Gift Guide featuring unique and thoughtful gifts for men, women and children available from many of our independent shops.

We've also published several Cheltenham gift voucher guides featuring lots more gift inspiration...

- Cheltenham Christmas Gift Vouchers - Hotel Stays, Afternoon Tea & Spa Breaks for indulgent gift ideas.

- Cheltenham Christmas Gift Vouchers - Events & Experiences featuring some great local days out and annual passes to attractions which make wonderful Christmas gifts.

- Cheltenham Christmas Gift Vouchers - Food & Drink featuring gin and cocktail masterclasses, food tours and more unique gift ideas perfect for food and drink lovers!

Below you’ll find more Cheltenham Christmas inspiration, including winter walks and things to do outdoors. However you choose to spend your Christmas in Cheltenham we hope you have a magical time.

We would love you to share your festive highlights with us on social media and show how you are support local businesses this year using the hashtags #OurChelt #SupportLocal. You can find us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. We also have a new Facebook group where we share ways you can support local businesses… Love Cheltenham – Supporting Local Businesses. We would love you to join us!

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