About Cheltenham

Cheltenham is situated within the county of Gloucestershire, England.  It is a spa town located within The Cotwolds, its label as a holiday resort dates back to the discovery of mineral springs in 1716.  The town is famous for its Regency architecture and is said to be "the most complete regency town in England, with many of the buildings being listed. 

Famous for its racecourse, Cheltenham is the home of jump racing and hosts the Cheltenham Festival and Gold Cup every March, which sees the town packed with race goers.  Known as The Festival Town with festivals year round celebrating music, science, jazz, literature, food and drink.

It is popular for shopping and has a great offering of food, drink, arts, culture and nightlife, making it an all-round destination.

Geography

Cheltenham is a great central location as demonstrated below...

London            110 miles

Bristol              43 miles

Bath                 55 miles

Cardiff             70 miles

Birmingham    60 miles

Oxford             42 miles.

Cheltenham Tourist Information Centre

The Tourist Information Centre is located at The Wilson, Cheltenham’s Museum and Art Gallery in Clarence Street.

The opening hours are:

Monday to Wednesday, Friday & Saturday -  9:30am to 5:15pm

Thursday - 9:30am to 7:45pm

Sunday - 11am to 4pm

Closed on Christmas Day, Boxing Day, 1^st January and Easter Sunday.

Telephone: +44 (0) 1242 387492 (option 2)

There are a team of friendly and knowledgeable staff always on hands to offer a range of tourist information services including advice, leaflets and brochures, ticket sales for local events and attractions, and an accommodation booking service.  You can also browse the Visit Cheltenham website on a large touch-screen TV!

Other Services

Cheltenham General Hospital (24 hour A&E Department)

Sandford Rd, Cheltenham GL53 7AN

Telephone: 0300 422 2222

Emergency Dentist

Arden House, 232 London Road, GL52 6HW

Telephone: 01242 806201

Churches

Click here for a map of Anglican Churches within Cheltenham. 

Roman Catholic Church - St Gregory's

Mosques - Click here for details of the Mosques

Hindu Temple - Hindu Community Centre/Swindon Rd, Cheltenham GL50 4AY