For generations of Cheltenham families, the aviaries have been a much-loved feature of Pittville Park. But caring for them is no small task. We spoke to Mark Thorndale to find out about his role at Ubico and looking after the animals and aviaries. Q: How long have you worked in Pittville and what does your…

Green Space Volunteers Our merry band of volunteers is going from strength to strength. We regularly have numbers in the mid-twenties at our volunteering sessions, working their socks off to help keep our amazing park looking lovely! Green Flag and Heritage Flag status We are delighted to report that, following the inspection in May, Pittville…

Something exciting is coming our way! On 5 and 6 September, the Arboricultural Association is hosting the UK & Ireland Tree Climbing Competition in Pittville Park. No booking is required for spectators – just show up and support the competitors.  There is also an opportunity for children aged 6 and over to have a go…

A huge thank you to everyone who bought tickets for our summer fundraiser, and to Julian and Oggy for their generosity in allowing us to hold the event in their beautiful garden. ‘An Afternoon of Pimm’s, Poetry and Prose’ was a thoroughly enjoyable gathering with guests entertained by former international journalist and author Oggy Boytchev,…

If you’re of a certain age, brass band music may feature quite prominently in your memories. Perhaps you recall the Salvation Army playing Christmas carols in the snow, summer concerts at seaside towns with the audience in deck chairs, marching bands at local processions and fetes. If you’re from certain parts of the country, their…

New location: Pump Room Café, Pittville Park Thursday 25 June, 10.00-12.00 noon We have been very grateful for the use of the School House Café for many months, but the Pump Room Café will be reopening in time for our June gathering. As always, members and their guests are welcome to drop in and say…

Clarence Square and Wellington Square were built during the town’s rapid expansion in the nineteenth century. Both squares formed part of John Forbes’ original plan for the Pittville Estate. Clarence Square was named after the Duke of Clarence (later King William IV), while Wellington Square honoured the Duke of Wellington, who visited Cheltenham several times…

An evening of art and music in Wellington Square On 18 April, we were delighted to be hosted by Jenny Ogle at her beautiful home in Wellington Square for a wonderful Spring Soirée. Guests had the opportunity to enjoy two floors of her remarkable art collection, including fascinating fine art, sculpture and designer furniture.  We…

You may have noticed an exciting new feature on the west side of Pittville Park. We welcome the arrival of this new facility near Agg’s Field. This table tennis table was a kind donation from Montpellier Legal to Cheltenham Borough Council for the benefit of Pittville’s residents and visitors.  You bring the bats and balls,…

This summer sees the welcome return of brass bands to the Pittville Park Bandstand. Of course, anyone who has seen the Pittville bandstand will know that it’s not really big enough for a full brass band, so the musicians will also occupy the grass area around the bandstand. We hope lots of people will come…