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Cheltenham Festivals
“...the list of nationally significant events staged in Cheltenham
has lengthened by the year, to the point where it could justifiably be
called the Festival Capital of Britain” The Times
Cheltenham Folk Festival 13 – 15 February 2009 Cheltenham Science Festival 3 – 7 June 2009
Festival-goers can enjoy a scrumptious brew of concerts, Now in its seventh year, the Cheltenham Science Festival
dance, workshops, Morris displays, music sessions, The responds to public interest in scientific issues. The
Kids Place, luxurious indoor camping and, of course, festival has gained a reputation for nurturing talent in
real ale! Funding from the Borough Council has helped science communication, offering new opportunities for
its popularity grow, with a lively programme that people from different backgrounds, and plays host to
remains rooted in tradition, whilst introducing the best cutting edge debate, controversial discussions and the
new talent of today alongside the finest names on the latest hot topics in modern science. Lectures and talks,
folk scene.
www.cheltenhamfolkfestival.co.uk events designed especially for children, workshops and
Cheltenham Jazz Festival
a free hands-on interactive exhibition space complete
28 April – 4 May 2009
Since its launch in 1996 Cheltenham Jazz Festival has
the activities on offer in this intriguing scientific world.
earned a prestigious reputation for innovation and
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creativity alongside its unique relationship with BBC Cheltenham Food & Drink Festival 19 – 21 June 2009
Radio 2. The festival celebrates the freshest new sounds, Montpellier Gardens
one-off collaborations and cutting edge projects. The Cheltenham Food & Drink Festival returns to
A continued partnership with the Jerwood charitable
Montpellier Gardens in Cheltenham for its second year,
foundation sees one of the major 08 festival artists,
with a line-up of the most tantalising food and beverage
Jack DeJohnette, returning to collaborate with a
producers in the county. With more than 160 local and
selection of Jerwood artists. The 2009 festival includes
regional exhibitors showing a vast array of products,
a number of performances by top flight American jazz
drinks and quality foods, the three day event promises
musicians, plus a number of high profile celebrity
visitors a display of cuisine delights. Leading local chefs
collaborations.
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will be showcasing local and regional produce in the
Wychwood Music Festival 29 – 31 May 2009
Intoto Kitchen. The Wine Theatre showcases the finest
Now in its fifth year at Cheltenham Racecourse,
English and International wine, while real ale brewers
Wychwood has built a reputation as one of the
and cider-makers are also highlighted.
friendliest and exciting festivals of the summer. In the
www.garden-events.com
words of Word Magazine, “a highly regarded family
friendly mini Glastonbury” – with no mud, no queues,
no problems in inclement weather, and a wonderful
festival atmosphere. With an eclectic mix of music,
comedy, workshops and more, the festival plays host to
some of the best artists from World, Folk, Indie, Jazz
and Chillout. Nominated for the Best Family Festival
Award in the UK Festival Awards every year, you can
participate in over 100 workshop activities from circus
skills to mask making, break dancing to poetry, Salsa
dancing to tai chi!
www.wychwoodfestival.com
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Call for more information on 01242 522878
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