Cheltenham ’ s Three Peak Challenge

Saturday 10 June 2023

Put your fitness to the test and support a worthwhile local charity . The Three Peak Challenge will see fundraisers climbing a total of 22 miles as they conquer the heights of Cleeve , Crickley and Leckhampton Hills . Cheltenham ’ s Three Peak Challenge will support Aim Up , formerly known as St Vincent ’ s and St George ’ s Association – a fantastic charity which works to provide care , support and independent living opportunities for adults with disabilities , complex needs and health conditions .

Where : Starts at the 10th Cheltenham ( All Saints ) Scout Group Hut , Central Cross Drive , GL50 4LA

Time : Start times are staggered from 6.30am

Admission : Tickets cost £ 12 per adult and £ 6 per child

Contact : 01285 708895

Also see : www . nationaltrail . co . uk / en _ GB / event / cheltenhamsthree-peak-challenge /

Gloucester Ski and Snowboard Centre

Gloucester Ski and Snowboard Centre is located on the outskirts of the city of Gloucester on the edge of the beautiful Cotswolds . Activities offered at the Centre are Tubing sessions , Skiing , Snowboarding , snoXross for adults and juniors .

Where : Gloucester Ski and Snowboard Centre , Matson Lane , Robinswood Hill , Gloucester , GL4 6EA

Contact : 01452 501438

Cost : See website .

Also see : www . gloucesterski . com

Flyup 417 Bike Park

Based in the Gloucestershire countryside , this is one of the biggest mountain bike facilities in the country . With 100 acres of beautiful hillside , they ’ ve created dirt jump site and outdoor trails . On rainy days head inside to the indoor Pump Track or get involved with the kid ’ s club which runs through term time and holidays .

Where : Crickley Hill Farm , Crickley Hill , Witcombe , Gloucestershire , GL3 4UF

Contact : 01452 864036

Cost : See website .

Also see : 417bikepark . co . uk

Children ’ s Easter activities

Monday 4 to Sunday 16 April 2023

Join GWSR for Easter related craft activities in the Tim Mitchell building at Winchcombe , after you have had your ride on the train . They will be offering a variety of activities , over the course of the Easter holidays on operating days .

All activities are pre-bookable , subject to availability , and vary day to day .

Where : GWSR , Winchcombe Station , Winchcombe , Gloucestershire , GL54 5LD

Tickets / Admission : See website

Contact : 01242 621405

Also see : www . gwsr . com

Gloucestershire Cheese Rolling

Monday 29 May 2023

Thousands of spectators and brave competitors will descend on Cooper ’ s Hill on Monday 29 May 2023 , when Gloucestershire ’ s wonderfully wacky Cheese Rolling event takes place .

Where : Cooper ’ s Hill , Gloucester , GL3 4SB

Time : The first race starts at 12pm

Tickets / Admission : Free of charge

Also see : www . soglos . com / event / outdoors / gloucestershirecheese-rolling / 17943

Berkeley Castle

Reopens Sunday 2 April 2023

Berkeley Castle has an incredible history that spans almost 900 years , beautifully gardens and a woodland play area for children .

Where : Berkeley Castle , Berkeley , Glos . GL13 9BQ

Times : 11am - 5pm ( last entry at 4pm )

Tickets / Admission : Normal admission applies - book online

Also see : www . berkeley-castle . com

Lambing & Kidding at Adam Henson ’ s Cotswold Farm Park

Starting Friday 10 Feb 2023

The much-loved visitor attraction ’ s annual lambing event is back .

Where : Cotswold Farm Park , Guiting Power , Cheltenham GL54 5UG

Times : 19.30am - 4.30pm

Tickets / Admission : Tickets must be booked in advance online

Contact phone : 01451 850307

Also see : cotswoldfarmpark . co . uk / lambing

Dean Heritage Centre

Set across a five acre site , the centre protects , preserves and promotes the unique history and heritage of the beautiful Forest of Dean . It includes five historical galleries and the popular Gruffalo Trail .

Where : Camp Mill , Soudley , Cinderford , Glos , GL14 2UB

Tickets / Admission : See website

Contact phone : 01594 822 170

Also see : www . deanheritagecentre . com

Jet Age Museum

There are a number of planes to investigate , plus several cockpits ( including that of a Vulcan bomber !), that have been adapted so you can try out the pilot ’ s seat and experience what it would have been like for them .

Where : Meteor Business Park , Cheltenham Road East , Gloucester , GL2 9QL

Tickets / Admission : Free

Contact phone : 01452 260078

Also see : jetagemuseum . org

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