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Cheltenham Course Guide
Aidan Coleman
Just about every jump jockey’s favourite track to be riding around, but that’s not to say it’s easy in any way shape or form. In fact, you need a very good horse even to get around on, not just due to it being the host to a lot of top-class and competitive action, but because the layout of the track and its fences really takes some jumping. It’s undulating and the downhill fences are tricky at speed, and if you are not traveling in your comfort zone throughout the race it’s nigh on impossible to play a hand in the finish; you just can’t give away ground anywhere. The last half-mile is always a real scrap, and you need plenty in the tank for the last furlong up a hill that just keeps on climbing.
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Cheltenham Festival 2026
Cheltenham Racecourse is at the heart of almost every aspect of jump racing, the place where owners, trainers, jockeys, stable staff and breeders dream of having winners. This is considered by many to be the pinnacle of 16 racedays throughout the season, from The Cheltenham Festival to the Hunter Chase evening at the end of the season.Fans can prepare for the meeting with Racing TV’s horse racing tips and exclusive interviews, as well as watch live via the Racing TV live stream.
What is the Cheltenham Festival?
The Cheltenham Festival, staged annually in March, is the highlight of the National Hunt season. 28 races are run, including 14 Grade 1 contests, attracting runners from leading British and Irish yards and delivering some of the most memorable moments in jump racing.Feature races include:•
The Cheltenham Gold Cup – The ultimate championship steeplechase
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The Champion Hurdle – The premier two-mile hurdle
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The Queen Mother Champion Chase – The leading minimum-distance chase
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The Stayers’ Hurdle – A stamina-sapping three-mile hurdle championship
When is the Cheltenham Festival 2026?
The Cheltenham Festival 2026 takes place from Tuesday 10 March to Friday 13 March 2026, delivering four days of championship National Hunt racing at Cheltenham Racecourse.How Many Days Is The Cheltenham Festival
Cheltenham Festival takes place across 4 days, with each day including different races. From Champion Day to the iconic Gold Cup Day, here are the days that the Cheltenham Festival takes place across:•
Tuesday 10 March (Champion Day) – Champion Hurdle
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Wednesday 11 March (Ladies Day) – Queen Mother Champion Chase
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Thursday 12 March (St Patrick’s Thursday) – Stayers’ Hurdle and Ryanair Chase
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Friday 13 March (Gold Cup Day) – Cheltenham Gold Cup
Cheltenham Racecourse
Cheltenham is a left-handed track, with undulating fences that place a premium on sound jumping. The last half-mile is uphill, although the lead changes hands on the run-in less often than expected. Horses that race prominently often fare well on the chase course, especially in shorter-distance races.On the New Course, the hurdles track has just two flights in the last six furlongs, resulting in more emphasis on stamina; large-field races over two miles often go to hold-up horses, as there can be a tendency to go for home too soon.Cheltenham Racecards
For all your runners and riders, we provide the most up-to-date Cheltenham racecards across all meetings at the track. Not only do these contain the full list of horses participating and the jockeys backing them, but they also include other details such as the trainer, the horse's latest odds, form guides, off times, and additional broadcast-related details. Whether you are tracking your favourite horses or looking for betting options, our Cheltenham racecards will keep you fully informed.Cheltenham Results
If you want to stay updated with all the official race winners and finishing positions, we also provide you with all the latest Cheltenham Festival results as soon as the horses pass the finish line. These results include analysis of the race, the starting price odds for each selection, and information on the winning jockey and trainer, bringing you instant updates throughout the Cheltenham Festival 2026.Cheltenham Tips
Should you be looking for advice when it comes to making selections, Racing TV also has experts providing Cheltenham Festival tips daily. With detailed analysis, we present race-by-race predictions, including our picks of the day, each-way selections, and even some longshot picks our experts have identified. Professional tipsters use trend and stats-based insights that you can factor in when making your own selections during the Cheltenham Festival 2026.Cheltenham Free Bets
Cheltenham is not only known as iconic in the world of horse racing, but it is also a time that bettors look forward to on the calendar. This is due to the number of promotions that bookmakers offer and the scale of the event. Here at Racing TV, we have reviewed a range of bookies and compiled a list of Cheltenham free bets available throughout the week.From deposit offers to cash-back promotions, there are plenty of options available to take advantage of. Most of these offers are welcome offers, meaning you cannot access them if you already have an account with the bookmaker. However, during Cheltenham Festival week, there are plenty of bookies offering reloads or free bets to existing players.History of Cheltenham Racecourse
Racing at Cheltenham dates back to the early 19th century, with Prestbury Park becoming the permanent home of the racecourse in the early 1900s. Over the decades, Cheltenham has grown into the centrepiece of the National Hunt season, largely thanks to the creation and expansion of the Cheltenham Festival. Major redevelopment projects, including grandstand improvements and enhanced facilities, have helped transform the venue into one of the most modern and well-attended racecourses in the UK.For more historic results and past winners, visitors can explore racing results archives and browse Racing TV’s extensive horse racing replays library.Copyright 2026 Racing TV - All Rights Reserved.
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