Cheltenham Sport & Leisure

Recently renovated Leisure Centre provides residents of Cheltenham with top of the range recreational facilities, including three swimming pools and a health spa.

Prince of Wales Stadium was opened in 1981 with a cricket match between Gloucesterhire and Australia. It is home to Cheltenham RFC and Cheltenham & County Harriers.

Located in the picturesque Sandford Park, Sandford Park Lido is an outdoor heated swimming pool, open during the summer season from May to October.

Cheltenham has thirteen playing fields, which are used by local sports clubs and groups for playing football, cricket, rugby and other sports.

The Cotswold Way is an attractive trail that offers beautiful rural surroundings. Around Cheltenham the walk follows Cleeve Hill with beautiful views over Prestbury and the Cheltenham Racecourse.

With its breath-taking views over Cheltenham, Leckhampton Hill is popular with local residents. Whether you are a keen walker or just like to enjoy the view, Leckhampton hill offers you a great opportunity to relax.

Nicknamed The Robins after their red and white striped shirts, Cheltenham Town FC achieved great results in the past ten years. You can read about the latest developments at the club and read the

Whaddon Road Football Stadium has been home to Cheltenham Town FC since 1932. It consists of four stands, giving it the capacity of over 7,000. The stadium has won several awards since the club entered Football League.

Cheltenham Racecourse is a famous horse racing venue. Situated under Cleeve hill, it host the world famous Festival in March, which is the highlight of the racing season.

The tradition of the famous Cheltenham Gold Cup goes back to 1819. It is part of The National Hunt Festival, a four-day event, which features 20 races and offers in excess of £2 million in prize money.