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The Cheltenham Festival

Type:Horse Racing

Cheltenham Racecourse
Evesham Road
Cheltenham
Gloucestershire
GL50 4SH

Tel: 01242 513014

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  • Accept Children over 7

Accessibility

  • Assistance Dogs
  • Guide Dogs Permitted
  • Parking Areas for Disabled Visitors
  • Toilets for Disabled Visitors

Catering

  • On-Site café/restaurant

Establishment Features

  • Toilets

Key Features

  • In town/city centre
  • Outdoor Event

Parking & Transport

  • Coach Parking
  • Parking (charge) - £20 in advance, £30 on the day
  • Parking On Site

Payment Methods

  • All major credit cards accepted

Sustainability

  • Electric Car Charging Point

Travel & Trade

  • Group discounts available
  • Wi-fi available

Venue Facilities

  • Groups Accepted

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