There are many great reasons for relocating to the spa town of Cheltenham. This popular town was voted as the southwest’s best place to live by The Sunday Times in 2020. The town is also referred to as Cheltenham Spa and is seen as the Cotswold’s cultural centre.

The town is one of the biggest in Gloucestershire and plays host to more than 30 festivals each year including the Cheltenham Literature Festival. The area is home to vast amounts of green space and gives you easy access to cities including Bristol, Birmingham and London. Read on to find out more about living in or visiting Cheltenham.

Jobs in Cheltenham

When it comes to job opportunities in Cheltenham, there are many possibilities available. Big-name employers based in the town include Superdry, GCHQ and various fast-growing SMEs. The town is also known for its exciting retail industry. It is the home of the Regent Arcade Shopping Centre, which includes more than 50 high street brands and small, independent retailers. It’s thought that the forthcoming Cyber Central business park could bring around 12,000 jobs to the area.

There are many fun things to see and do in Cheltenham, including a host of parks. The town consists of various cycle paths and sports facilities. It is very popular with fans of outdoor bowling, golf, tennis and horse riding.

Leading Cheltenham attractions

Some of the most picturesque attractions in Cheltenham include Pittville Park, Montpellier Gardens, Hatherley Park and Sandford Park. You can enjoy spectacular views of Cheltenham from Cleeve Hill and Leckhampton Hill, and you’ll be within close reach of Malvern Hills and the Cotswold countryside that surrounds the town whether you’re visiting or relocating to Cheltenham.

Some of the other festivals that take place in Cheltenham include the Cheltenham Festival for horse racing, the Jazz Festival and the Science and Music Festivals.

Cheltenham plays host to a wide range of leisure facilities including The Brewery complex, which is home to Hollywood Bowl, Cineworld and Escape Hunt. You’ll also find various independent cafes, bars and restaurants in the town.

Retail in Cheltenham

There are many fantastic options available to you if you’re interested in shopping in Cheltenham. You’ll find luxury fashion, homeware and jewellery in the Montpellier and Suffolks areas. There are various independent boutiques in the town centre. The Promenade is the home of the Farmer’s Market, which takes place on the second and the last Fridays of each month.

Other popular attractions in Cheltenham include the Wilson, which used to be known as the Cheltenham Art Gallery and Museum. The Everyman Theatre was once known as the Opera House and was the work of the same man who designed the London Palladium, Frank Matcham.

Cheltenham Education

When it comes to education, Cheltenham has an excellent reputation. There is a grammar school system in operation in the Gloucestershire region, and various highly-rated state schools as well as independent options like Dean Close School, Cheltenham College and Cheltenham Ladies’ College.