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in the county of Gloucestershire

Cheltenham College Dining Hall, Chapel and Cricket grounds

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About Cheltenham

Cheltenham, the very mention of this grand old town conjurs up not only images of gracious georgian houses but also of superb thoroughbred horses thundering round the town's famous Prestbury Park race-course. Cheltenham is never more alive that it is each March when the race-course plays host to the famous Gold Cup horse race. Then, many thousand of visitors flock to the town and especially racegoers from Ireland, all hoping that this illustrious meeting will indeed bring them - the luck of the Irish.

The life of this town began as a typical Cotswold village but owing to the discovery on a mineral spring a Pump room was built here in 1738. The town then received the personal approval of George 111 and within a few short years architects were commissioned to build a new town. The result was wide boulevards and gracious houses that attracted many people of wealth and education to settle here. They came as much for the medicinal properties of the waters as for Cheltenhams' fashionable elegance. Many of the beautiful buildings in the town are attributed to Papworth, and Forbes designed and built the Pump room - both these men were celebrated Architects of their day.

The composer, Gustav Holtz, was a pupil at the towns Grammer school. His family home still exists today and is instantly recognised by the brass commemorative plaque displayed to the front of the building.

Cheltenham has wonderful gardens, flowers bloom here in great profusion presenting the visitor with a riot of colour. There are wonderful expanses of grass on which to sit and while away an hour or two enjoying the music played by visiting bands.

The famous promenade is full of intoxicating shops, all with a vast array of merchandise. In fine weather many of the cafes and pubs place tables and chairs outside thus giving the town a 'continental' atmosphere.

From its humble origins Cheltenham has developed into a busy, thriving, cosmopolitan town which is a joy to visit at any any time of the year.

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Hotels & Accommodation in Cheltenham

	The Big Sleep Hotel Wellington Street, Cheltenham, England, Gloucestershire, England (0.1 miles, 0.1 km) A fresh, new and simple designer budget hotel, nestled in the bustling retail heart of Cheltenham Spa. Offering value for money, great customer service and innovative design, the hotel boasts a wid... More info and book online.. Price from £50.00
	Mercure Queen's Hotel Cheltenham The Promenade, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, England (0.2 miles, 0.3 km) This elegant hotel commands a spectacular position at the top of the tree- lined promenade of Cheltenham Spa. Cheltenham is the most complete Regency Town in Britain with 2000 listed buildings and is ... More info and book online.. Price from £80.00
	The George Hotel & Montys 41-49 St Georges Rd, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, England (0.3 miles, 0.5 km) The privately owned George Hotel offers Regency-style elegance, comfort and luxury in the heart of Cheltenham. With free leisure facilities including 25m swimming pool and gym a short 8 min walk away ... More info and book online.. Price from £60.00
	Central Hotel 7 - 9 Portland Street, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, Gloucestershire, England (0.3 miles, 0.5 km) The Central Hotel is located in Cheltenham town centre, in the heart of the Cotswolds. Trading as a hotel with self catering facilities to each room, we offer good quality accommodation at afforda... More info and book online.. Price from £50.00
	The Cheltenham Townhouse Hotel 12-14 Pittville Lawn, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, England (0.5 miles, 0.9 km) Relax, sleep and eat in this grand, contemporary furnished Regency townhouse - the ideal place to stay for a business trip or romantic weekend. Offering excellent value for money, it has complimen... More info and book online.. Price from £40.00

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Nearby travel help

Cheltenham Spa Station	(1.0 miles, 1.7 km)
M5 Junction 11	(3.3 miles, 5.3 km, direction W)
M5 Junction 10	(3.4 miles, 5.5 km, direction NW)
Gloucester Station	(7.0 miles, 11.3 km, direction W)
Birmingham International Airport	(41.0 miles, 66.0 km, direction N)
Bristol International Airport	(44.9 miles, 72.3 km, direction SW)
Cheltenham to London	(87.9 miles, 141.5 km, direction E)