In spring it is a great time of the year to visit Cheltenham – the vibrant regency town really comes alive during these months and there is a lot to see and do as well as plenty of places to stay if you are planning a trip there – from the luxury of this spa breaks Cheltenham based hotel //hatherleymanor.com/the-spa/spa-breaks-cotswolds/cheltenham/ to serviced apartments in the heart of the town that are ideal for a weekend getaway.
Of course, you can’t mention spring in Cheltenham without mentioning the biggest event of the year – Cheltenham Festival, one of the biggest horse racing events in the UK is held in March. During the week of the festival thousands of visitors flock to the town and the atmosphere is fantastic. If you are a racing fan it is definitely something to attend!
Cheltenham also has a great arts scene and lovers of culture will be happy with what is going on around the town. From theatre to art, as well as places like the Everyman and the Wilson Art Gallery, Cheltenham also holds lots of cultural events and local exhibitions and there is always plenty going on in the town.
In the spring you shouldn’t miss out on the beautiful countryside surrounding Cheltenham either – with the Cotswolds right on the doorstep it is the perfect place to find a country walk or a stroll around some gardens as the flowers come into bloom.