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02/06/2026

Cheltenham Science Festival launches today at Imperial Gardens and runs until Sunday 7 June 💥

Across six days, world leading thinkers, scientists, and change makers including Maggie Aderin, Adam Rutherford, and Alice Roberts will explore the big ideas, breakthroughs, and discoveries shaping the future ‍👨‍🔬

Discover over 100 events and creative workshops designed to spark curiosity 💭

The FREE Festival Village is packed with hands on activities and interactive zones that bring science to life for all ages 🧬

Cheltenham Festivals

01/06/2026

Wychwood Festival may be over, but summer is just getting started with Cheltenham Science Festival next 💥

Discover this month’s festivals and events to look forward to:

🧬 Cheltenham Science Festival at Imperial Gardens – 2-7 June
🎨 Plein Air Cheltenham at Montpellier Gardens – 6 June
🚗 Everything Electric WEST at Cheltenham Racecourse – 12-13 June
🚂 Rail Ale Festival at GWSR Winchcombe Station – 12-14 June
🚴 On Your Bike, Cheltenham to Bishops Cleeve cycle path – 14 June
🏃‍➡️ Cheltenham Running Festival at Cheltenham Racecourse – 14 June
🎪 Cheltenham Food & Drink Festival at Montpellier Gardens – 19-21 June
🎸 Summer Jam: The Lakefest Warmup at The Brewery Quarter, Cheltenham – 26-28 June
🎵 Gloucestershire Music Summer Showcase at Pittville Pump Room – 28 June

For full details, head to the Visit Cheltenham website what's on guide.
Cheltenham Festivals

01/06/2026

Crank your volume up folks and scroll through for our highlights of Sunday at Wychwood Festival! 🎶 🕺🏼👉

An incredible way to celebrate the 20th edition of Wychwood Festival at the spectacular Cheltenham Racecourse 🤩

Our video highlights feature…
🎪 Two brilliant performances in Howlin’ Pete’s - Elvis Lesley, who was shaking, rattling & rolling with her musical comedy act, and The Ogretones, a talented band belting out hits from Shrek.
🎶 Grand finale on the main stage by English folk rock legends & Wychwood favourites - The Levellers
🕺🏼 Dancing to hits by Maximo Park & ‘the one and only’ - Chesney Hawkes!

Let us know if you can spot yourself in the crowds and share your Wychwood highlights with us below 👇 📸

01/06/2026

Your guide to the week ahead in Cheltenham:

🎭 The Beekeeper of Aleppo at Everyman Theatre - Cheltenham – 2-6 June
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⚗️ Cheltenham Science Festival at Imperial Gardens – 2-7 June
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🎭 The Willow Tree Chronicles at Cheltenham Playhouse – 5-6 June
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🎵 Ibiza Weekender at Dunkertons Cider – 5-7 June
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🎨 Plein Air Cheltenham at Montpellier Gardens – 6 June
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🧑‍🔬 Jurassic Science at Cheltenham Town Hall – 7 June
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🐕 Guided Cotswold Dog Walks at Cotswold Farm Park – 7 June
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For full details, head to the Visit Cheltenham website what's on guide.

31/05/2026

🎯 IT’S GIVEAWAY TIME! 🎯

To celebrate the summer of sport in Cheltenham, we have a fabulous prize for one lucky winner and a friend up for grabs, including:

🛎️ Relaxing overnight stay & breakfast at Holiday Inn Express Cheltenham Town Centre, an IHG Hotel.
🎯 90 minutes social darts plus £100 bar tab for food & drinks at Flight Club Cheltenham
🍽️ £40 gift voucher towards a meal for two at Tailors

Our winner will be selected at random and contacted via the email provided on Monday 15 June 2026.

For T&Cs and to enter, follow the link to the Visit Cheltenham website: https://www.visitcheltenham.com/explore-the-area/giveaway-2/

31/05/2026

Turn up your volume folks and scroll through our highlights from yesterday at Wychwood Festival!☀️🎶

Glorious sunshine, a beautiful setting against Cleeve Hill, fantastic live music and plenty of delicious food 🍔✨

What a way to celebrate the 20th edition of the official UK best family festival!

Videos feature - The Pigeon Detectives, The South, hip hop karaoke, samba drumming workshop, Newton Faulkner and an epic finale by the Kaiser Chiefs 🙌

Were you there yesterday? Or heading down to Cheltenham Racecourse today? Let us know below 👇💬

30/05/2026

It's nearly time to get immersed in all things science as Cheltenham Science Festival returns to Imperial Gardens from Tuesday 2 June to Sunday 7 June 🔬

Across six exciting days, curiosity comes to life as world leading thinkers, scientists and changemakers host more than 100 events and creative workshops.

Read our blog for full details.
Cheltenham Festivals

Discover hands-on science, headline names and inspiring ideas as Cheltenham Science Festival returns to Imperial Gardens (2–7 June) for all ages.

29/05/2026

With the glorious sunshine shining over Cheltenham, there has never been a better time to get out and explore this beautiful Regency town 🏛️

While you are discovering everything on offer, pop into the Tourist Information Centre at Cheltenham Town Hall

A friendly team of volunteers are on hand to share what's on, things to do, and plenty of local inspiration 👋

Open Monday to Saturday, 10am to 4pm
📍 Cheltenham Town Hall, Imperial Square, GL50 1QA

28/05/2026

Cheltenham neighbourhood guides: Dunkertons Cider

An iconic Cheltenham destination, located in Charlton Kings, Dunkertons hosts unmissable events throughout the year, alongside cider tours and a range of delicious eateries.

Whether you are visiting for a drink in the sunshine or exploring the extensive selection of organic ciders and food, there is plenty to discover at Dunkertons.

SEE & DO
🍻 Cidery tours and cider making masterclasses
🎵 Music events, quizzes, family entertainment, children’s activities and more

EAT & DRINK
🍺 Dunkertons cider
🍕 Baz & Fred
🌮 Casa Loca Tacos
🥞 D’arcy’s Creperie & Gelateria
🍛 Jai Ho Tandoori
🍜 Kanto Filipino Streetfood
🥟 Phat Boi | Dim Sum
🍔 The Woozy Pig

SHOP
🍺 Organic cider and perry
🎁 Hampers featuring cider and foodie gifts
🍞 Fresh bakery at La Boulangerie Artisan
🐟 Fish and seafood at The Padstow Fish Co
🧀 Organic British charcuterie, olives and antipasti, cheeses, fruit and vegetables
🛍️ Holland Cooper Boutique

27/05/2026

Following a sold out show in June, new dates are now live for Dom Joly’s SpeakeaZy at Steam and Whistle 🚨

With comedy, music and great conversation, it’s a brilliantly vibrant evening with the star of Trigger Happy TV 🎤

New dates:
📅 Thursday 2 July
📅 Thursday 6 August
📅 Thursday 3 September

Full details: https://www.visitcheltenham.com/event/dom-jolys-speakeazy/368605301/