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Sudeley Castle The burial place of Katherine Parr, the last of Henry VIII’s six wives. The grounds have an adventure playground and assault course.

Gloucester CathedralDiscover the cathedral’s secrets from Edward II’s Tomb to the Whispering Gallery.

Mechanical Music MuseumA living museum of the extraordinary variety of self-playing musical instruments.

Nature In ArtMuseum and art gallery dedicated to art inspired by nature. It has a programme of exhibitions, Sculpture Garden, artist in residence, children’s activity days and adult art courses.

Gloucester Ski & Snowboard CentreYear round snowsport experience with a 230m main slope, recreational and nursery slopes.

Head 4 Heights LtdOutdoor aerial adventure park offering a range of activities for children and families.

Combat Splat Archery and Air Rifle RangesIndividual tuition in sheltered shooting huts.

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Sudeley Castle

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Local Routes Pittville Park is a good place for cycling .The nearest National Cycle Network route to this site is route number 41, Severn Bridge to Stratford. OS ref SO953235.

CheltenhamThe cultural capital of the Cotswolds, this stylish city is renowned for its great shopping, theatre and festivals, making it a brilliant year-round destination.

GloucesterSteeped in over 2,000 years of history, this city boasts a wealth of beautiful architecture and fascinating museums, in addition to a plentiful supply of attractions, including its dramatic docks and Cathedral.

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WalkRacecourseA good walking route near the site is the circular walk around the outside of the racecourse, but please don’t walk on the racecourse itself.

Local routesThere is a circular walk around Cheltenham which is 25 minutes away on foot and the Cleeve Hill and Cotswold Way are nearby.

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International Music FestivalEarly July

Jazz Festival May

Science Fair June

Car Boot SaleSaturday and Sunday afternoon and Bank Holidays at Southam.

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The station for the Gloucester Warwickshire Steam Railway is at the racecourse, it’s a fantastic day out.

The charming town of Cheltenham is less than a 30 minute walk away through the lovely park. There’s a park and ride adjacent too.

There’s a great playground for youngsters at Pittville Park, as well as the prestigious Pump Rooms.

Walk alongside the course to Prestbury, a pretty village with lots of pubs, a village shop and unique houses.

Cleeve Hill offers incredible panoramic views across the countryside.

Chedworth Roman VillaVisitor’s top tips

The Plough in Prestbury is dog-friendly and serves a great selection of food.

There are some great dog-walking trails around the outside of the racetrack.

Broadway Village is absolutely beautiful and is a must-see!

The National Trust’s Crickley Hill, Chedworth Roman Villa, Bibury and Sherborne Park Estate are great sites.

We recommend eating at the cosy Royal Oak in Prestbury - delicious pub food, great service and dog-friendly.

There’s lots to do in the lovely market town of Cirencester, 30 minutes away.

SupermarketsSainsbury’s, 1.8 miles, Tesco & Waitrose, 2 miles.CinemaCineworld in Cheltenham, about 1 mile.Tourist InformationIn Cheltenham Town Centre.

Swimming PoolThe Recreation Centre in Cheltenham, about 1 mile.Petrol StationSainsbury’s, 1.8 miles, Shell, 2 miles.CashpointSainsbury’s, 1.8 miles.

Public transportThere is a bus service 3 minutes walk away, that goes to Cheltenham where you can board buses to the surrounding areas.

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