Sudeley Castle - Spectacle of Light
Returning for 2024....
Explore our magical after-dark experience and follow the New illuminated trail around the beautiful castle ground.
Cheltenham is renowned for its many festivals throughout the year. Whether its a day out at the races or enjoying some tasty treats at the food and drink festival there is something for everybody.
Returning for 2024....
Explore our magical after-dark experience and follow the New illuminated trail around the beautiful castle ground.
Saturday 27th January
The last Cheltenham race day before the Cheltenham Festival in March and there is always an excitable atmosphere. Huge crowds gather to catch a glimpse of Festival contenders as they show the world what they're really made of!
4th - 9th June
This annual festival brings together the UK’s most respected scientists, favourite science communicators, writers, and artists to talk about today’s hottest topics.
8th - 12th May 2024
Top International Equestrian event featuring Dressage, Jumping and Cross-Country competitions.
1st - 6th May
Cheltenham, The Festival Town, is home to one of the country’s best-loved jazz festivals, attracting over 20,000 music fans annually. The popular annual event will next take place 1 - 6 May 2024.
12th - 15th March
The biggest, boldest jump racing event of the year - The Cheltenham Festival starts on the 12th March - 15th March.
26th April - 1st May!
Cheltenham has become one of the country’s best-loved jazz festivals, home to over 20,000 music fans.
Montpellier Gardens Festival Village, it’s the hottest May Bank Holiday ticket around.
19th and 20th April
The final chance to watch the professionals test themselves on the track before the summer break; two days of quality racing.
Friday 5th May
Cheltenham's racing season comes to an end with its evening fixture.
9th May to 18th May 2024!
The annual Cheltenham Festival of Performing Arts is packed with performances in music, dance and drama from local schools, dance schools, theatre groups and music clubs.
13th and 14th July 024
Tewkesbury has been in the high sport of Tewkesbury's summer since 1983. It is now widely regarded as the largest free medieval gathering of its kind in the whole of Europe.
25th - 27th May
Railway / Train Events
Gloucestershire, Cheltenham
Cotswold Festival of Steam - heritage railway steam extravaganza
31st May - 2nd June
The annual summer family festival "Wychwood" is held at Cheltenham Racecourse.
A brilliant weekend for all ages.
Cheltenham Racecourse, Gloucestershire
4th - 9th June.
How long is a piece of string? What makes the world turn? And why does chocolate taste so good?
25th - 27th May
During this period, the historic Gloucester Docks are celebrated with a host of exciting family-friendly activities and the famous tall ships that visit. From The Matthew which is a full-size replica of John Cabot’s ship which chartered North America in 1497, to the Sea Cadets Flagship TS Royalist, these rigged sailing crafts welcome guests aboard as you journey down the decks and discover both modern and ancient history.
Sunday 16th June
A unique opportunity to run a 5k, 10k, half marathon around the famous Cheltenham Racecourse
Cheltenham Racecourse
19th - 29th April 2024
Provides an exciting programme of events of live literature events throughout Cheltenham
23rd, 24th and 25th June.
Montpellier Gardens
Celebrate food and drink and enjoy live music, free wine tasting talks, cheese tasting, artisan food producers along with a huge array of cookery demonstrations.
Saturday 8th June 2024
The 22 mile walk which starts at Charity HQ in Lansdown Parade, provides you with an opportunity to take part in an exhausting but exhilarating adventure through Gloucestershire's most picturesque landscapes whilst tackling the three tallest peaks of the county: Crickley Hill, Leckhampton Hill and Cleeve Hill.
Saturday 15th July 2024
Montpellier Gardens
Cheltenham's favourite family fiesta including music, dance, theatre and arts performances for all ages.
Friday 21stApril - Sunday 23rd April
Blackfriars Priory
Ladybellegate Street, Gloucester, GL1
30th June - 19th July
Cheltenham College
A highlight of the summer and an unmissable opportunity for any cricket fan to experience the longest running cricket festival in the world.
4th - 13th October 2024
Welcoming the world’s greatest writers and thinkers to Cheltenham.
1st There is no better way to start the new year than an excellent jam packed day at Cheltenhams racecourse.
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