Welcome To Centaur At Cheltenham Racecourse
Cheltenham Racecourse the venue for conferences, events, concerts, exhibitions, banqueting, product launches and award ceremonies. Situated in Gloucestershire, South West England and home to the prestigious Gold Cup Festival.
The Grandstand Function Rooms can take from 4 to 400
people for a wide range of events.
The Centaur holds large scale events for conference or a regional exhibition.
With over 4,000m² of flexible space contemporary architecture, the heritage of jump racing and a dramatic setting on the edge of the Cotswolds, every event we host becomes a memorable occasion.
Centaur Conference And Exhibitons
With its adaptable space, removable seating and staging, PA system and Mother grid, The Centaur can host a wide range of events from conferences
for 350 up to 2,250 delegates, banquets up to 1,200 and regional exhibitions.
The venue offers 2,600m² of indoor space, 12,500 FREE parking spaces and professional event and technical teams to support you and your event requirements.
Centaur Entertainment And Banqueting
Whether you stage a concert, awards dinner, corporate banquet or Christmas party, The Centaur will demonstrate why it is one of the most versatile, successful and prestigious venues in the country. Our friendly and reliable
staff will help bring your event together and ensure that you have an easy path to
a successful and enjoyable event. Our award winning caterers, Letheby & Christopher, can create menus to suit every budget from a simple buffet
to a sumptuous five course buffet.
Names such as Dame Kiri Te Kanawa, Jools Holland, Sting, Lemar, Status Quo, Stephen Fry, Rory Bremner, Ronnie Corbett and Dame Judi Dench have all enjoyed the contemporary facilities and excellent acoustics.
Technical Specifications
The Centaur's space allows your imagination to run wild and with the help of our experienced Technical team, the venue's state-of-the-art technology can easily help you achieve your objectives. From the Meyer PA system, Mother & production grids to the 60'x40' Lite Deck staging, drapes and WiFi system, the potential for a memorable occasion is unending! Whether you need space for an inspiring national conference or a cutting-edge concert, your event simply could not be in better hands.
Grandstand Function Rooms
The Grandstand has spectacular views across the course and Cleeve Hill creating the perfect setting for your event. There are 12 function rooms and 60 boxes providing you with a full range of meeting areas to suit your every need. The Hall of Fame entrance greets you with the space and history of this legendary venue and leads you to the numerous areas available for a conference for 400 in the Gold Cup room, a board meeting for 4 in a corporate box or lunch in the Panoramic which boasts the best views in the area! The Grandstand is directly linked to The Centaur by the Hall of Fame so that together they complement each other and provide an amazing range of flexible space.
PUBLIC EVENTS in 2008
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| Apr 28-May 4 | Billy Smart’s Circus | Tickets – 0870 444 1505 | |
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| Apr 29-30 | Cheltenham Jazz Festival (Van Morrison ) | Tickets – 01242 227979 | |
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| Apr 30 | Plant & Machinery Auction Sales | Information – 01242 241111 | |
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| May 3 | University of Gloucestershire Student Ball | www.seetickets.com | |
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| May 3-5 | Home and Garden Show | Information – 01242 516738 | |
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| May 7 | Hunter Chase Evening Racing | Tickets – 01242 226226 | |
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| May 18 | Holy Trinity Church Service | Information – 01242 262306 | |
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| May 25-26 | Mega Kite Festival | Information – 0161 622 0555 | |
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| May 30-Jun 01 | Wychwood Music Festival | Information – 01993 772580 | |
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| Jun 7 | Autojumble | Information – 01543 572583 | |
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| Jun 22 | Cheltenham Circular Challenge | Information – 01242 227311 | |
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| Jun 25 | Plant & Machinery Auction Sales | Information – 01242 241111 | |
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| Jun 26-30 | Gifford’s Circus | Information – 07515 383 545 | |
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| Jul 6 | Race for Life | Information – 01242 269248 | |
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| Jul 19 | Cheltenham Horse Show | Information – 01452 616614 | |
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| Aug 22-25 | Greenbelt Festival | Information – 0207 374 2760 | |
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| Sept 21 | Holy Trinity Church Service | Information – 01242 262306 | |
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| Sept 24 | Plant & Machinery Auction Sales | Information – 01242 241111 | |
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| Sept 25-28 | Danter’s Fun Fair | Information – 01452 728773 | |
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| Sept 26-28 | Fashion & Gift Fair | Tickets – 01367 860017 | |
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| Oct 4 | Autojumble | Information – 01543 572583 | |
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| Oct 10-12 | Cheltenham Literature Festival | Tickets – 01242 227979 | |
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| Oct 10-12 | Glos & Warks Steam Railway Festival | Information – 01242 621405 | |
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| Oct 17-18 | The Showcase – Racing | Tickets - 01242 226226 | |
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| Oct 25-26 | Rock and Gem Show (in Gold Cup Room) | Information – 01628 621697 | |
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| Nov 1 | Jools Holland & his Rhythm n Blues Band | Tickets – 01242 572573 | |
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| Nov 1 | Firework Display | information – tbc | |
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| Nov 5 | Plant & Machinery Auction Sales | Information – 01242 241111 | |
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| Nov 14-16 | The Open – Racing | Tickets – 01242 226226 | |
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| Nov 27-30 | LAPADA Fine Art & Antiques Fair | Information – 01797 252030 | |
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| Dec 6 | Autojumble | Information – 01543 572583 | |
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| Dec 12-13 | The Boylesports International – Racing | Tickets – 01242 226226 | |
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| Dec 14 | Holy Trinity Church Christmas Service | Information – 01242 262306 | |
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| Dec 18-19 | Christmas Join-a-Parties | Information – 01242 539538 | |
Hotels
Every March more than 20,000 people stay in or around Cheltenham during the Gold Cup Festival, and the town offers a wide range of accommodation providing an excellent level of service.
Cheltenham Park Hotel
A 144 bedroom deluxe 4 Star hotel that overlooks Lilleybrook Golf Course and boasts distinctive architecture and plenty of unique character. Facilities include the award-winning Lakeside Restaurant, Lilleybrook Bar and state-of-the-art Bodysense Health and Leisure Club.
www.paramount-hotels.co.uk
Hilton Puckrup Hall
Situated just 20 minutes from Cheltenham, Hilton Puckrup Hall is located in 140 acres of glorious parkland on the edge of the Cotswolds, with panoramic views of the Malvern Hills. With 112 bedrooms, a Championship Golf Course, Balharries Restaurant and LivingWell Health Club, Hilton Puckrup Hall is the perfect country retreat
www.hilton.co.uk/tewkesbury
Holiday Inn Gloucester & Cheltenham
With 125 bedrooms including 19 executive and 2 accessible, all with tea/coffee making facilities, hairdryers, mini bar and interactive TV, makes it the ideal place to tour the Cotswolds, Cheltenham and the Forest of Dean. Complete your stay with a visit to Spirit Leisure Club.
www.holiday-inn.co.uk
Hotel De La Bere
A lovely 15th Century Tudor Manor House set in grounds with a tree-lined drive, sweeping lawns and views over Cheltenham Racecourse. It also boasts tennis and squash courts.
www.legacy-hotels.co.uk
Prestbury House Hotel
300 year old Country Manor House. 5 acres of secluded grounds beneath Cleeve Hill, adjacent to the Racecourse. Four poster beds, log fires and acclaimed restaurant. Cheltenham Town centre only 1.5 miles away.
www.prestburyhouse.co.uk
Tewkesbury Park Hotel Golf & Country Club
Just 5 minutes from the M5, the hotel sits high on a hill overlooking the medieval town of Tewkesbury and surrounded by its own 18 hole golf course. Extensive leisure facilities complement 80 ensuite bedrooms with dining in the Garden Restaurant.
www.corushotels.com/tewkesburypark
The Cheltenham & Gloucester Chase Hotel
Situated only 1 mile from Junction 11a of the M5, this modern hotel is ideally located for the Racecourse; combining the convenience and level of service you would expect from a 4 star hotel. Residents enjoy spacious, high quality accommodation, complimentary leisure facilities and the chance to dine in Coopers Bar & Restaurant.
www.qhoels.co.uk
The Queens
Long renowned as the place to stay in Cheltenham, The Queens commands a spectacular position at the top of the tree-lined Promenade. The hotel has 79 individually styled en-suite bedrooms each with Sky TV, including superior, executive and four poster rooms, while The Napier Restaurant offers a fantastic choice of traditional and international dishes.
www.thequeens-cheltenham.co.uk
Thistle Cheltenham
Set in attractive grounds on the edge of Cheltenham, the Thistle Cheltenham is superbly located just a mile from the M5. The hotel boasts 122 bedrooms including suites and the award winning restaurant, The Burford Room. Our Otium Health and Leisure Club offers a swimming pool, gym, sauna, Jacuzzi, health and beauty room and 2 floodlit tennis courts.
www.thistlehotels.com
Visitors guide to disabled access
The venues policy is to ensure all its visitors are welcomed equally
to the venue. Our staff have been made fully aware of
disability-related issues, but if you have any specific requests, we
would be very happy to help in any way that we can. In this case,
please contact us for further details about at the venue and how
we can help to make your visit access easy and enjoyable.
Location of the venue
The Racecourse can be found by following the brown signs to its location on the northern edge of Cheltenham on the A435 Evesham Road. On entering the Racecourse, the main parking area for each event will be signposted by venue staff. Stewards will normally be available to direct any visitors that have specific parking requirements.
Parking
Allocated parking areas are adjacent to the venue in the Festival Bowl area or Members car park, our stewards will direct you to the space and ensure that you are directed to the entrance. Alternatively, drop off points are available in front of the main entrance at Centaur, or at the Hall of Fame entrance which is the main entrance to the Grandstand and also gives access to the other function rooms including the balcony area of The Centaur. For collection, please contact the office for the event timings.
Seat available by Reception desks
Our reception and information desks have a seat by them, if there is not then please ask the member of staff in attendance who will be able to supply one for you.
Adapted toilets
There are unisex adapted toilets in The Centaur's main Foyer, Istabraq bar, the Foyer under the Hall of Fame stairs and in the Conference & Events Office. The Grandstand rooms have adapted toilets outside their main function rooms.
Unaccompanied wheelchair users are welcome
The venue is suitable for wheelchair users who are travelling/visiting the venue on their own. There is a specific area on the balcony of the auditorium with lowered rails for viewing, and seats for a carer to join the wheelchair user. A lift is available to the first floor. Should you require any assistance then please contact the venue where we can allocate a member of staff to help you to your seat.
Lifts
The main Racecourse Grandstand has numerous lifts, with the main ones being at the end of the Hall of Fame with access to all five levels. The Centaur has a lift in the Entrance Foyer taking you into the Istabraq bar with access to the balcony and the Hall of Fame.
Hearing Assistance systems
The Centaur has an in-house tannoy system and is linked to an infrared hearing system with headphones that can be used in the main auditorium. The induction loop system is linked to the Production PA for event/concert input and covers the whole auditorium. At present, both these systems must be used by the visitor at the same time, but we are looking to integrate into one system for ease of use. T loops are also available in the Entrance Foyer. There are currently no similar facilities in the Grandstand, however, if you have particular requirements we would be most pleased to discuss them with you.
Braille Signs
The Centaur's main internal doors have Braille signage.
Assistance Dogs
These are most welcome but must be kept on a lead at all times. It is recommended that they are not brought to the venue when a concert or event may cause distress to the animal.
Catering
Should you have any specific catering requirements, then please do not hesitate to contact us, as the venue's caterers Letheby and Christopher will be happy to discuss an alternative choice for you.
First Aid Room
The Centaur has a First Aid room adjacent to the Entrance Foyer and the Main Grandstand has a room behind the SeeYouThen Bar. Should you feel unwell during your visit, please contact a member of staff who will locate our nominated first aider.
Large print brochure available on request
We are able to supply a large print version of our main conference and events brochure, so please contact a member of staff for details.
Equipment Hire
Cheltenham operates a Shopmobility scheme based in Beechwood Arcade, High Street, Cheltenham, GL50 1DQ. Please contact them direct on 01242 255333 for information on equipment hire and provision.