New build homes for sale in Cheltenham

Living here means that calendars will be packed with local festivals and events. One of the most well known is The Cheltenham Festival at the racecourse, including The Gold Cup. This isn’t the only racing event held throughout the year but it’s certainly one of the most popular, attracting famous famous and royal names as well as avid racegoers.

Other festivals include the Literature Festival - the world’s oldest literary festival - plus the Jazz, Music and Science festivals. The Food and Drink Festival showcases the best local produce, with plenty to sample there on the day, and the 2000 Trees Festival is a fun-filled, three-day music festival that’s perfect for both family and friends.

The Cotswolds are known for their golden-stone cottages that look like they’ve jumped straight out of a fairytale book. These idyllic villages are surrounded by breathtaking scenery that makes for great walks with family, four-legged friends and solo treks. If you’re feeling adventurous, you can even give the 102-mile Cotswold Way walk a go.

Want to take a stroll closer to your new home? You’re still spoilt for choice. Cleeve Hill is the highest point in Gloucestershire and has breathtaking views, whereas Leckhampton features three different trails with varying landscapes and attractions. You also have Pittville and Sandford Parks, as well as Bellas Knap - a Neolithic burial ground with a fascinating history. All of these stunning landscapes are ideal for avid walkers or anyone wanting to live in a buzzing town that still retains elements of rural living.