Team Bear
Whether you’re visiting for a day at the races, a festival or to see your favourite band or comedian, Cheltenham Racecourse certainly makes for a memorable day trip during your Cotswolds holiday.
As one of the most picturesque racecourses in the country and home to the world-famous Gold Cup, Cheltenham Racecourse attracts visitors from across the globe.
After your day out at Cheltenham Racecourse, pay a visit to The Bear Inn to see what award-winning Butcombe beers we have available, before choosing something from our delicious, seasonal food menus.
Did you know that Cheltenham has a horse racing history dating back to 1815, when they hosted their first flat horse race?
However, the racecourse as we know it was constructed between the 1930s and 50s, and now plays host to hundreds of thousands of jump racing fans each year.
Find out more about the history of Cheltenham Racecourse (opens in a new window)
The three enclosures – Club, Tattersalls and Best Mate – each offer different views of the racecourse.
The Club Enclosure is the premium choice, offering spectacular views of the paddock, Hall of Fame, Princess Royal Stand and The Shopping Village.
Tattersalls Enclosure offers visitors the chance to get up close and personal in the Parade Ring with the runners and riders, while also providing a large number of food & drink options (more on that below!)
Best Mate Enclosure is positioned opposite the main Grandstand and, although it is the most affordable option, it offers arguably the finest atmosphere of all.
There are a number of options at Cheltenham Racecourse to quench your thirst and stave off those hunger pangs.
The Club Enclosure offers the largest variety of food & drink options at Cheltenham Racecourse. Here you will find Mandarin Kitchen, Golden Miller Champagne Bar, Tommy Atkins Bar and the famous Garden Bar.
Centaur Bar, Winged Ox Bar and Terrace, See You Then Bar and many others can all be found within the Tattersalls Enclosure, while The Princess Royal Stand boasts Big Buck’s Champagne Bar, Vestey Bar and the Annual Member’s Bar.
Although Cheltenham Racecourse doesn’t have a set dress code, it is always a safe option to dress up rather than down.
As with most race meetings, a lot of elaborate outfits and hats will be seen in all areas, so how you dress depends entirely on how comfortable you feel.
The majority of gentlemen will wear suits, while ladies will most often be seen in their finest cocktail dress.
Available on non-race days, a guided tour of Cheltenham Racecourse includes behind-the-scenes access to the racecourse, stables, executive boxes and grandstand.
Visitors will experience everything that Cheltenham Racecourse has to offer, with additional information provided by the official Racecourse Tour Guide.
If you wish to book a guided tour, please contact Cheltenham Racecourse (opens in a new window)
On each and every race day at Cheltenham Racecourse, The Shopping Village comes to life.
Offering a diverse range of goods from independent sellers, there is always an opportunity to grab something rare.
With over 70 trade stands on offer, The Shopping Village should have something for everyone, regardless of their taste or budget.
Serving delicious, seasonal pub food and award-winning Butcombe beer, The Bear Inn is a piece of Cirencester history that dates back to the 18th century.
To reach The Bear Inn from Cheltenham Racecourse, you must head south-east and exit the roundabout towards New Barn Lane (B4075). At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit onto Albert Road and then, at the next 2 roundabouts, take the 2nd exit and 1st exit respectively onto Pittville Circus Road.
At the roundabout, take the 3rd exit onto All Saints Road and then, at the next roundabout, take the 2nd exit onto Hewlett Road. Turn left onto London Road (A435) and continue for half a mile. Turn right onto Cirencester Road (A435) and then, at the roundabout, take the 2nd exit onto A435/A436. At the roundabout, continue straight onto A435 for approximately 2.5 miles, before turning left to merge onto A417 towards Cirencester. Continue for 7 miles before using the left lane to take the A429/A417 slip road to Cirencester/Stow/Lechlade.
At the roundabout, take the 4th exit onto Burford Road (A429) and then, at the roundabout, take the 1st exit and stay on Burford Road (A429). At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit onto London Road before continuing onto Lewis Lane. Turn right onto South Way before turning right onto North Way, where you will find The Bear Inn on your left.
To remind our customers how much we appreciate them, we created the Butcombe Loyalty Club.
Turn points into pounds, enjoy 25% off food every Butcombe Wednesday, and receive extra rewards throughout the year.
To sign up, check your balance and more, head to our Loyalty Members area.
Thank you for your booking, we look forward to welcoming you.
