In this episode of Spotlight on Cheltenham, I, Solomon Prescott will take you on an evening out: six venues where music, atmosphere, and expertly crafted drinks come together. These are places to linger over a cocktail, tap your foot, or catch a set by local or touring artists. Each spot has a visible online presence (social, website, or listings) and a real address so listeners can go explore the night scene themselves.

Featured Venues:

The Alchemist, Cheltenham

Website: thealchemistbars.com

Address: The Brewery Quarter, Henrietta St, Cheltenham GL50 4FA

What’s good: A theatrical cocktail bar & restaurant in Cheltenham’s Brewery Quarter. Creative drinks, showy presentation, and a fun night out destination.

33 The Rum Bar

Website: 33therumbar.co.uk

Address: 33 Prestbury Rd, Cheltenham GL52 2PP

What’s good: Cozy, rum‑specialist bar just outside town. Over 150 rum labels, craft cocktails, friendly atmosphere, dog‑friendly.

The Clarence Social

Website: theclarence.social

Address: 1 Clarence Parade, Cheltenham, GL50 3NY

What’s good: Hidden behind the Promenade, this lounge offers wine, charcuterie, cocktails, with happy hour and evening vibes.

Gin & Juice

Website: ginandjuice.com

Address: 131 The Promenade, Cheltenham GL50 1NW

What’s good: Cheltenham’s late‑night spot. 400+ gins, lively terrace, DJs, cocktails galore.

Planet Caravan

Website: planetcaravancheltenham.com

Address: 25 Bath St, Cheltenham GL50 1YA

What’s good: Craft beer, cocktails, street food, casual but upscale bar experience. Their “Lagerita” cocktail and rotating beer/cocktail combos make this one versatile.

Mr Cambray’s Curiosity

Website: mrcambrays.co.uk

Address: 30 Cambray Pl, Cheltenham GL50 1JP

What’s good: Café by day, cocktail bar by night. Seasonal drinks, events, and dual personality gives it interesting narrative potential.