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About Cheltenham
Cheltenham is situated within the county of Gloucetershire, England, and 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.
Well-known 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. More recently, it has become an iconic festival town with festivals 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
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 9:30am to 5:15pm
Thursday 9:30am to 7:45pm
Friday and Saturday 9:30am to 5:30pm
Sunday 10:30am to 4pm
Closed on Christmas Day, Boxing Day, 1st January and Easter Sunday.
Telephone: 01242 237431 (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