Cheltenham City Guide

Nestled on the edge of The Cotswolds Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Cheltenham has many exciting things to see and do. An impressive example of a Regency town, the quaint city centre is home to the unique Neptune Fountain on the Promenade and the Wishing Fish Clock in the Regent Arcade.

Explore the town, browse shops, stroll through Sandford Park (characterised by ornamental water features and fountains), or travel further afield to the famous Cheltenham Racecourse, castles and cathedrals. Discover a selection of top Cheltenham attractions here.

Family activities in Cheltenham

Looking for things to do with the kids in Cheltenham? This wonderful city boasts plenty of family-friendly activities, with something to suit every age. Some of the top family attractions in Cheltenham are:

• Jumpin Fun, Cheltenham – an inflatable theme park providing endless fun for younger and older children alike
• The Play Farm – a soft play centre for children aged 0 to 12 years
• Paint It Yourself Pottery Co – enjoy a unique pottery painting experience as a family at the Paint It Yourself Pottery Co

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• Best restaurant – Le Champignon Sauvage has been awarded two Michelin stars and offers cutting-edge French cuisine. Highly praised by food critics, this restaurant is a Cheltenham must
• Best shopping – The Promenade offers one of the best shopping thoroughfares in the country and is filled with several top fashion brands, from Karen Millen to Jaeger
• Best-kept secret: Cheltenham Lido is open from May to October and offers a 50m outdoor swimming pool and poolside café, all within Sandford Park. The 1953 lido retains all its original features