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  1. Parks & Gardens
    Cheltenham parks and gardens
    Take a look at the extensive parks & gardens in Cheltenham, which give the town its green and leafy reputation...
  2. Mountain bike resting on a bench on Cleeve Hill overlooking Cheltenham
    Best bike rides in Cheltenham and the Cotswolds

    Cycling fans, Patrick and Sue, owners of the Number 8 Cheltenham, share their favourite Cotswolds and Cheltenham bike rides…

    11 Jun 2020
  3. Dog walks Crickley Hill
    Best dog walks in Cheltenham
    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 surrounds the town, making Cheltenham a 'pawfect' base for long rambles in the Cotswolds, along the Cotswolds Way and in neighbouring Gloucester and the Forest of Dean.
    1. 1 Jan 202031 Dec 2020
  4. Regency Cheltenham cycle trail
    Regency Cheltenham cycle trail
    A review of the Regency Cheltenham cycle trail by local blogger. Find out what it is really like to hire a bike from the Bicycle Hub and follow the Regency bike trail around the beautiful streets, parks and gardens of Cheltenham.
  5. Family walking in the hills surrounding Cheltenham
    Top seven Cheltenham walks

    Beat the crowds and explore the natural beauty right on Cheltenham’s doorstep with these beautiful local walks...

    10 Jan 2019
  6. Woman walking through Linewood Wood
    Recommended by locals… Lineover Wood & Nottingham Hill

    To celebrate the places readers have discovered during the lockdown we’ve launching a new series, ‘Recommended by locals…’ starting with local mum Rachel who recommends Lineover Woods and Nottingham Hill. 

    11 Jun 2020
  7. Street art created by Inkie as part of Cheltenham Paint Festival
    Experience street art from the Cheltenham Paint Festival during your lockdown walks

    One of the many wonderful things about the Cheltenham Paint Festival is that you can enjoy the street art year round as shown in our video...

    11 Jun 2020
  8. Cycling in Cheltenham
    Cycling in Cheltenham, everything you need to know
    Exploring Cheltenham on two wheels is really easy! Hire a bike or bring your own...
  9. Tree lined path in Montpellier Gardens
    Self guided tree walks in Cheltenham

    A series of free local tree trails have been designed to showcase some of Cheltenham’s most beautiful trees.

    25 Jun 2019
  10. Crickley Hill Cheltenham
    Crickley Hill Country Park
    Visit part of the beautiful Cotswold countryside at Crickley Hill Country Park.  Managed jointly by the National Trust and Gloucestershire Wildlife Trust, the park is a haven for nature and home to many birds, reptiles and mammals and is recognised as a Site of Special Scientific Interest for its wonderful variety of wildflowers. Rising above the city of Gloucester, Crickley Hill it also boasts breath-taking views over the Severn Vale, the Brecon Beacons and Black Mountain.
  11. Cox's meadow Cheltenham
    Cox's Meadow
    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.
    1. 1 Jan 202031 Dec 2020
  12. Leckhampton Hill and Charlton Kings Common in Cheltenham
    Leckhampton Hill and Charlton Kings Common
    Leckhampton Hill and Charlton Kings Common lie within the Cotswolds Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The main aspect of the hill is visible from many parts of Cheltenham. It is a cherished landscape feature for residents and visitors.
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  13. Tour and Explore the Cotswolds
    Guided tours with blue badge tour guide
    Tour and Explore the Cotswolds Discover the history, traditions and heritage of this fascinating region of England and make your holiday one to remember - with guided tours by Anne Bartlett a locally based professional Blue Badge Tourist Guide.
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  14. Cleeve Hill overlooking Cheltenham
    Cleeve Hill
    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...
    1. 1 Jan 202031 Dec 2020
  15. Cotswold Hills Golf Club
    Nestled in the rolling hills on the edge of Cheltenham, in an area of outstanding natural beauty not far from the M5 motorway, Cotswold Hills Golf Club boasts a rich, fascinating history and is treasured by both members and visitors alike.
  16. Pittville Park Orienteering Challenge
    Take part in a challenging outdoor adventure activity which is suitable for everyone to enjoy...
    1. 1 Jan 201931 Dec 2019
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  17. People picnicking in Pittville Park
    Best picnic spots in Cheltenham

    To celebrate National Picnic Week we’ve shared a round up of the best picnic spots in Cheltenham and our favourite nearby cafes and delis which are open and serving tasty picnic treats...

    23 Jun 2020
  18. Camping at Cotswold Farm Park
    Campsites in Cheltenham

    Our Regency town is surrounded by countryside and therefore the perfect destination if you wish to spend some time in the great outdoors sleeping under the stars.  This guide includes camping options in Cheltenham that offer pitches for tents, motorhomes and glamping including pods.

    4 Jul 2020
  19. Cotswold Self-Guided Discovery Trail
    With the Cotswold Discovery Trail, you will discover the history and heritage of the Cotswolds with our beautifully designed treasure trail maps and trail pack. There are two fun filled trails to follow which guide you around the Cotswolds spanning 4 historic counties of Gloucestershire, Oxfordshire, Worcestershire and Wiltshire and over 5500 years of history.
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