THE FESTIVAL 14-17 MARCH 2023
O ften described as ‘the Olympics of Jump racing’, The Cheltenham Festival is an event like no other. Four days of the most extraordinary sport, celebrating equine and human superstars and all culminating in the most prestigious prize – The Boodles Cheltenham Gold Cup on Friday 17 March. The excitement on Tuesday morning is palpable, and by the time the flag goes up at the start of the curtain-raising Grade 1 Sky Bet Supreme Novices’ Hurdle, the ‘Cheltenham roar’ from some 60,000 plus spectator’s ushers in Act 1 Scene 1 of horseracing’s greatest play. From the Sky Bet Supreme to the Martin Pipe on Friday, the action never stops. The Cheltenham Festival is full of the thrills and spills that every sports fan loves, with fairy tales coming true and history being made in the presence of those lucky enough to attend the greatest show on earth.
There are a total of 28 races to savour across the meeting, including the five ‘Championship’ races which headline the four days – The Unibet Champion Hurdle, Betway Queen Mother Champion Chase, Paddy Power Stayers’ Hurdle, Ryanair Chase and The Boodles Cheltenham Gold Cup. The excitement comes thick and fast, from the anticipation as you set off for The Cheltenham Festival, the goosebump moment of arriving at the racecourse, the adrenaline rush of watching the exhilarating racing to experiencing the exclusive Orchard, showcasing luxury brands, the unique shopping village and an array of fantastic bars and restaurants throughout. The Cheltenham Festival evokes joy, emotion, excitement, anticipation and exhilaration, which creates an unparalleled electric atmosphere over the most extraordinary four days.
Starting with the ‘Cheltenham Roar’ and finishing with one of racing’s most prestigious prizes, this is live sport at its best. Welcome to Cheltenham Festival
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