'Cheltenham has colour, style and life
and is an excellent base from which to explore
the historic sights of Gloucestershire and
the delights of the Cotswold countryside.
The spa town has a first class range of
accommodation, restaurants, theatres and
shops. As winner of "Beautiful Britain
in Bloom", Cheltenham is renowned for
its gracious Regency architecture, colourful
parks and floral decorations.
The spa waters, which brought fame and
royalty to Cheltenham can still be taken
at the Pittville Pump Room. Set amongst
beautiful lakes and parkland, this Grade
I Listed Building is open to the public.
In addition to the Festivals of Music (July)
and Literature (October), there is a good
variety of theatre, music and exhibitions.
The Everyman Theatre presents a professional
programme of drama, musicals, comedy and
classics.
Cheltenham is fortunate in having fine
museums - of special note is the Arts &
Crafts Collection at the Art Gallery & Museum.
Enjoy a day at the races as part of your
visit to Cheltenham. The magnificent Cheltenham
Racecourse, known across the world as the
home of National Hunt racing, offers 16
racing fixtures, in a season lasting from
October to April.
Within the town centre, you can enjoy quality
shopping. The tree-lined Promenade is home
to some of the best known fashion names,
such as House of Fraser, Liberty, Laura
Ashley and Jaeger. The Town's secret gem
is the area of Montpellier and The Suffolks
where individual boutiques mix happily with
antique shops, cafes and specialist craft
establishments.
Cheltenham is an excellent touring base
for the Cotswolds and beyond. In fact, each
summer Cheltenham and Cirencester Tourist
Offices operate Guided Cotswold Coach Tours
which provide an enjoyable and relaxing
way to experience the best of the Cotswolds.
Using quality transport, and accompanied
by a qualified tourist board guide the tours
will operate three days per week, from June
until September.'
For more information on Cheltenham and
details on events and tours go to www.visit-glos.org.uk |
