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Autumn in Cheltenham
With its parks and gardens turning brilliant shades of red, orange and gold and the elegant Regency architecture taking on a warm and inviting charm, Cheltenham truly comes alive for the autumn.
Get ready for family fun and scares galore this October with a whole host of delightful Halloween events to look forward to.
Horse racing fans will flock to the home of jump racing, Cheltenham Racecourse, for two days in October to attend The Showcase and again for The November Meeting, an annual unmissable three-day meeting.
Meanwhile, the annual ten-day Cheltenham Literature Festival, 6 - 15 October, promises a feast for the mind as the world’s foremost writers, thinkers and performers descend on our vibrant spa town.
As mornings grow crisp and frosty, Cheltenham's autumn also heralds the approaching festive season. November brings lots of festivities, including the official Cheltenham Christmas Launch and the magical Cheltenham Ice Rink's return.
So grab a pumpkin spice latte, wrap up warm and keep scrolling for the best events this autumn in Cheltenham.
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