Twigworth, Gloucester – Oakwood Hotel in Twigworth, Gloucester has opened enquiries for Cheltenham Festival accommodation, giving racegoers and visiting groups an early chance to secure a comfortable base for race week. With rooms in the area traditionally filling quickly around the festival, the hotel is encouraging visitors to get in touch early to discuss dates and room needs.

Why Oakwood Hotel Is Opening Enquiries Now

Every year, visitors begin searching for places to stay well before the festival begins. Rooms in and around Cheltenham are in high demand, and travellers who leave planning until the last moment often find limited choice.

Responding to what visitors ask for

Over time, many guests have asked the same practical questions: where to stay, how early to book, and whether a quieter base outside the busiest streets is a sensible option. By opening enquiries now, Oakwood Hotel aims to give visitors clear answers and enough time to plan.

A calm alternative to the busy centre

Oakwood Hotel sits in Twigworth, Gloucester, and offers a more relaxed setting for guests who want to rest after a long day at the racecourse. Gloucester and Cheltenham are in the same county and connected by road, so many racegoers consider the area a practical base for the week.

What Guests Can Expect

The hotel’s focus for festival week is simple: comfortable rooms, friendly service and clear communication before and during the stay.

Comfortable rooms for race week

Guests travelling as couples, friends or family can enquire about suitable room arrangements. [Confirm room types, bed options and group arrangements with the hotel team before publishing.]

Clear information before booking

The team can talk through availability, room options and booking terms so guests know what to expect before confirming. The aim is to remove guesswork, especially for first-time visitors who may be unfamiliar with how quickly festival bookings move.

Support for group planning

Many racegoers travel in groups, and arranging several rooms together can feel complicated. The hotel team can discuss group needs during the enquiry stage so plans are settled early. [Confirm group booking policy before publishing.]

Planning Tips for Racegoers Looking for Accommodation

To help visitors prepare, Oakwood Hotel has outlined a few practical points to consider when searching for Cheltenham Festival accommodation.

Enquire early

Rooms for the festival fill quickly. Early enquiries give guests a wider choice of room types and dates, and more time to compare options calmly.

Think about the full cost of your trip

Room price is only part of the budget. Food, drink and daily travel to the racecourse all add up, so it helps to compare the total cost of each option and not only the headline rate.

Plan your daily travel

If you stay outside the town centre, decide in advance how you will travel to and from the racecourse each day. Festival roads can be busy, so allow extra time and agree a plan, especially for groups.

Simple travel planning points

• Leave earlier than you think you need to

• Check official festival travel guidance before you go

• Agree meeting points if you are travelling in a group

• Plan your return journey as carefully as your arrival

Check booking terms

Ask about deposits, changes and cancellation before you commit. Festival bookings can have stricter terms than a normal weekend, and clear information avoids problems later.

Choose a setting that suits your plans

Some guests want to be in the middle of the evening atmosphere, while others want a quieter place to recover. Neither is wrong, but it helps to decide which matches your trip.

More Than a Place to Sleep

Race week is a long, busy experience, and where you eat and rest matters as much as the room itself.

Dining on site

After a full day, many guests prefer to enjoy a relaxed meal without arranging another journey. Oakwood Hotel is known locally as a restaurant in Gloucestershire, giving guests the option to dine at the hotel.

Rooms that suit longer breaks too

The hotel’s rooms are also a popular choice for weekend breaks beyond the festival. Guests who enjoy their stay in race week can return for another occasion, and details of the rooms are available on the page for the luxury hotel in Gloucestershire.

Events and celebrations

Oakwood Hotel also hosts weddings, private dining and other celebrations throughout the year, so guests who know the hotel from race week often come back for family and social occasions.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Oakwood Hotel taking enquiries for the festival now?

Yes. Visitors can send an enquiry through the hotel’s Cheltenham Festival accommodation page, and the team will respond with information about dates and rooms.

How early should guests enquire?

As early as possible. Festival week is one of the busiest times of the year for accommodation in the area, and early enquiries give guests more choice.

Is the hotel suitable for groups?

Groups of friends and family are welcome to enquire. The team can discuss arrangements during the enquiry stage.

Where is Oakwood Hotel located?

The hotel is in Twigworth, Gloucester, in a quieter setting outside the busier town centres.

How to Enquire

Racegoers who would like to check dates or ask about rooms can visit the Cheltenham Festival accommodation page and send an enquiry. The team will reply with the details guests need to plan their stay.

About Oakwood Hotel

Oakwood Hotel is a country hotel in Twigworth, Gloucester. It offers accommodation, a restaurant and grill, a traditional pub, private dining, a wedding venue, conference and meeting rooms, and space for family celebrations and corporate events. Guests visit for relaxed stays, good food and a welcoming atmosphere in a calm setting.

Media Contact:

Oakwood Hotel

The Oakwood, Twigworth Road, Twigworth, Gloucester GL2 9PG

Phone: +44 1452 905452

Website: https://oakwoodhotel.co.uk/