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One of the least densily populated areas in Cheltenham, Battledown is a quiet residential area situated on the eastern edge of Cheltenham, surrounded by Cleeve Hill.
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BENHALL, THE REDDINGS
Known mostly for the doughnut-like building of GCHQ headquarters, located on the northern edge of the area, Benhall is a nice residential area of 1960s housing.
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CHARLTON KINGS
Originally a separate village, Charlton Kings, one of the largest Cheltenham suburbs, has retained much of its character. It is centred around the medieval church of St. Mary, near which you can find many local shops and library.
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MONTPELLIER, LANSDOWN
Montpellier is often referred to as the continental quarter of Cheltenham, famous for its cafes, restaurants and art galleries. Montpellier Walk with its distinctive caryatids is one of the most beautiful shopping streets in the country.
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PITTVILLE
Pittville is one of the finest examples of Regency architecture. Although never finished this ambitious project features some of the finest houses in Cheltenham, including the magnificent Pittville Pump Room set in the surroundings of Pittville Park.
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PRESTBURY
Situated on the north-east edge of Cheltenham, Prestbury has retained much of its picturesque village character. Beautiful thatched cottages and Cotswold stone buildings are some of the features of Prestbury.
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ST. MARK'S
St. Mark's is one of the great examples of between-the-wars housing developments. For its distinctive character featuring buildings influenced by the Arts and Crafts movement, this part of Cheltenham was designated a conservation area.
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THE PARK, TIVOLI
Centred around park land which once meant to be the zoological and botanical gardens, The Park is a nice residential area featuring some of Cheltenham's finest houses and villas. Tivoli is the birthplace of the actor Ralph Richardson.
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