Cheltenham
Holst Birthplace Museum
Cheltenham's musical gem - the Regency terrace house where Gustav Holst, composer of The Planets was born. The story of the man and his music is told alongside a fascinating display of personal belongings including his piano. The museum is also a fine period house showing the upstairs downstairs way of life in times past, including a working Victorian kitchen and laundry, elegant Regency drawing room and charming Edwardian nursery.
Open: Mid February - Mid December
Tuesday - Saturday 10am - 4pm
www.holstmuseum.org.uk
01242 524846
Cheltenham Art Gallery & Museum
A world-famous collection relating to the Arts and Crafts Movement, incl furniture and metalwork inspired by William Morris. Rare Chinese and English pottery. 400 years of paintiung by Dutch and British artists. Special exhibitions throughout the year including four to mark the centenary year (1907 -2007) of the museum.
Admission: Free
Open: All year
Monday - Saturday 10.00 - 17.20
Closed Bank Holidays
www.cheltenhammuseum.org.uk
01242 237431
Cheltenham Racecourse
One of Europe's top racecourses, hosting the three day Open Meeting and the four day Festival (Gold Cup) in March.
Conference facility, The Centaur holds exhibitions, conferences and concerts.
01242 513014
Gloucestershire Warwickshire Railway
The GWR is an all-volunteer steam and diesel heritage railway. It offers a 20 mile scenic round trip between Toddington and Cheltenham. Since 1981, the volunteers have restored over 10 miles of line, together with platforms, buildings, steam and diesel locomotives and rolling stock. In addition to a scheduled service, the GWR hosts a number of galas and enthusiasts’ events throughout the year.
Visit the GWR at Toddington, Winchcombe, or Cheltenham Race Course stations.
Open: check website to view timetable
www.gwsr.com
01242 621405
Cheltenham Festivals
The most famous Festival may be the horse racing kind, but Cheltenham also hosts a number of very popular Cultural events throughout the year. With international guests and indoor and outdoor events they are all family friendly too! Check out the website for dates and details of who's coming this year.
Jazz Festival May
Science Festival June
Music Festival July
Literature Festival October
Folk Festival February
Drawer
Just to the East of Tewkesbury and 10 minutes drive from Broadway is this gem of an antique shop. They have a large collection of quirky, stylish, contemporary and vintage items to fit in your home. The owners are very friendly and knowledgable, so stop by and you won't be disappointed.
Head for the church and you can't miss it!
Dalton House,
Beckford,
Gloucestershire,
GL20 7AD
01386 882548