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Where to Shop in Cheltenham - Upscale Boutiques, Independent Shops, and a Bustling High Street

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Cheltenham's shopping scene is eclectic and fun, offering everything from upscale designer boutiques to popular chain retailers. Check out The Promenade for modern stores in historic surrounds. Or you can head to Montpellier shopping district, where chic elegance rules thanks to a number of exciting independent stores. The city's High Street is chock full of popular brands to suit most tastes.

Strolling on The Promenade

 

The leafy avenue known as The Promenade was established in 1818. Flower beds and public artworks, like the 19th-century Neptune statue, decorate the area, creating an atmospheric vibe in which to shop. You'll find upscale boutiques like that of London-based women's fashion designer Karen Millen, as well as family-owned precious metal jewelers Hooper Bolton. There are also more familiar brands represented, including French beauty chain L'Occitane and women's fashion retailer Monsoon.

 

  • Karen Millen, 60 Promenade, Cheltenham GL50 1LY; Tel: +44 1242 584476; Website: Karen Millen

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  • Hooper Bolton, 6 Promenade, Cheltenham GL50 1LR; Tel: +44 1242 513580; Website: Hooper Bolton

The Brewery and retail parks

 

On the site of a former brewery from 1760 is the Brewery leisure complex. This popular mall houses numerous restaurants, 2 premium movie theatres, and a large bowling alley. From here it's a 10-minute cab ride along Tewkesbury Road to 3 adjacent retail parks: Centrum Park, Gallagher Retail Park, and Cheltenham Kingsditch Retail Park. Hopping between the 3, you can shop for everything from organic delicacies at Whole Foods Market to the latest fashions at Next and Outfit.

 

 

Montpellier shopping district

 

The period architecture and tree-lined streets of Montpellier's shopping district make it an excellent spot to spend a leisurely afternoon in Cheltenham. Head to quirky Pink Vintage for one-of-a-kind vintage items, including fashion accessories and home decor, as well as some of the best coffee in the city, which you can enjoy in their garden. For fun nightwear, lingerie, and beachwear, Sandra Dee is a gem.

 

  • Pink Vintage, 10 Rotunda Terrace, Montpellier Street, Cheltenham; Tel: +44 1242 463008; Website: Pink Vintage

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  • Sandra Dee, 3 Montpellier Walk, Cheltenham GL50 1SD; Tel: +44 1242 238427; Website: Sandra Dee

 

High Street and shopping malls

 

Cheltenham's pedestrianized High Street has a number of popular chain stores, including Marks & Spencer, Topshop, and HMV. There are also 2 indoor malls. Regent Arcade houses TK Maxx, Thorntons chocolate shop, and fashion retailer River Island, among others. Beechwood Shopping Centre is anchored by major department store Debenhams, and also contains plus-sized fashion retailer Evans.

 

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