Barceló Cheltenham Park Hotel

Cirencester Road. GL53 8EA. Charlton Kings

England - Central

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View Larger Map		Cheltenham is a beautiful spa town located in the heart of The Cotswolds. Famous for its horse racing, Regency heritage and architecture, Charles Dickens is quoted to say, "Rarely have I seen such a place that so attracted my fancy." One of the many attractions in the town is the Art Gallery and Museum outlining, amongst other things, the life of the Cheltenham native Antarctic explorer Edward Wilson who perished with Scott on his ill-fated expedition to the South Pole in 1912. The Holst Birthplace Museum is a tribute to the famous musician born in Cheltenham and even houses his piano in this restored Regency house

To truly appreciate the "spa" town qualities of Cheltenham, a visit to the Pittville Pump Room which still offers visitors the opportunity to sample the town's famous spa waters is a must.
The best way to explore the town is by taking a walking tour organised by the local tourist office to coincide with the many town/horse racing events that take place in the town.