
About the venue
Great location at the top of the high street in Cheltenham. Th Strand is a laid back and friendly with a great atmosphere. We use a function room on the first floor which is freshly decorated in a regency period style with all the modern conveinience you would need. A great place to spend an evening enjoying a few glasses of wine!
How to get there
The Strand, Cheltenham
40-42 High Street, Cheltenham
GL50 1EE
Upcoming events
Wed 09
Jul
- 2025 -
'Wines of the New World ' Chile and Argentina
The Strand, Cheltenham
7:00pm
A warm welcome to our South America evening! Whilst there are many similarities between the modern success stories of Chilean and Argentinian wine, these countries have very different approaches. A great balance between quality and affordability.
£35.00
Wed 10
Sep
- 2025 -
Introduction to Wine
The Strand, Cheltenham
7:00pm
A relaxed and informal introductory evening learning about different wine styles, grapes and countries while tasting a selection of delicious wines. You will get to grips with the basics of wine in an enjoyable, informative evening.
£35.00
Sun 14
Sep
- 2025 -
WSET Level 1
The Strand, Cheltenham
11:00am
The Wine and Spirit Education Trust (WSET) Level 1 Award in Wine is an ideal starting point for anyone who is considering embarking on a professional career in the wine industry or who simply want to learn more about wine in a structured way.
£195.00
Sun 05
Oct
- 2025 -
WSET Level 2 (three consecutive Sundays)
The Strand, Cheltenham
11:00am
Over three Sundays. This beginner to intermediate level qualification course provides a structured exploration of the world of wine and is suitable for both wine industry professionals and wine enthusiasts.
£480.00
Thu 09
Oct
- 2025 -
Cheese and Wine Pairing Evening
The Strand, Cheltenham
7:00pm
Wine with cheese...the perfect match! Cheese works so well when paired with wine. Come and try some classic pairings and some that you may have not considered. You will learn the principles of pairing cheese with wine and find amazing combinations
£43.00
Thu 16
Oct
- 2025 -
Off the beaten Track
The Strand, Cheltenham
7:00pm
The wine industry is domintated by the large, established wine producing countries and regions. Think New Zealand Sauvignon and Australian Shiraz. This evening spolights some of the coutrires and regions that you may be less familiar with
£35.00
Wed 22
Oct
- 2025 -
Discover the Loire Valley
The Strand, Cheltenham
7:00pm
The first of our 'Discover Series' where we explore the wines of some of the world's most iconic wine regions. We start with The Loire Valley. From world famous white wines to lesser known reds and traditional method sparkling.
£37.00
Wed 05
Nov
- 2025 -
Discover Alsace
The Strand, Cheltenham
7:00pm
Alsace is home to a wide range of beautiful 'Cool climate' wines. Discover wines ranging from aromatic Gewurztraminer and Riesling, to delicate and enticing Pinot Gris. Alsace also has wonderful Pinot Noir and amongst other cool climate reds.
£37.00
Thu 20
Nov
- 2025 -
Italian Cheese and Wine
The Strand, Cheltenham
7:00pm
Our classic cheese and wine evening takes on an Italian twist! Italian cheeses have been gaining a superb reputation for a number of years now, and as we know 'What grows together goes together' so we will be pairing with wonderful Italian Wine.
£43.00
Sun 30
Nov
- 2025 -
WSET Level 1
The Strand, Cheltenham
11:00am
The Wine and Spirit Education Trust (WSET) Level 1 Award in Wine is an ideal starting point for anyone who is considering embarking on a professional career in the wine industry or who simply want to learn more about wine in a structured way.
£195.00
Sun 18
Jan
- 2026 -
WSET Level 1
The Strand, Cheltenham
11:00am
The Wine and Spirit Education Trust (WSET) Level 1 Award in Wine is an ideal starting point for anyone who is considering embarking on a professional career in the wine industry or who simply want to learn more about wine in a structured way.
£215.00
Sun 01
Feb
- 2026 -
WSET Level 2 (three consecutive Sundays)
The Strand, Cheltenham
11:00am
Over three Sundays. This beginner to intermediate level qualification course provides a structured exploration of the world of wine and is suitable for both wine industry professionals and wine enthusiasts.
£510.00
Thu 12
Feb
- 2026 -
Cheese and Wine Pairing Evening
The Strand, Cheltenham
7:00pm
Wine with cheese...the perfect match! Cheese works so well when paired with wine. Come and try some classic pairings and some that you may have not considered. You will learn the principles of pairing cheese with wine and find amazing combinations
£43.00
Mon 09
Mar
- 2026 -
WSET Level 2 (three consecutive Mondays)
The Strand, Cheltenham
11:00am
Over three Mondays. This beginner to intermediate level qualification course provides a structured exploration of the world of wine and is suitable for both wine industry professionals and wine enthusiasts.
£510.00
Thu 16
Apr
- 2026 -
Cheese and Wine Pairing Evening
The Strand, Cheltenham
7:00pm
Wine with cheese...the perfect match! Cheese works so well when paired with wine. Come and try some classic pairings and some that you may have not considered. You will learn the principles of pairing cheese with wine and find amazing combinations
£43.00

Wed 09
Jul
- 2025 -
'Wines of the New World ' Chile and Argentina
The Strand, Cheltenham
7:00pm
A warm welcome to our South America evening! Whilst there are many similarities between the modern success stories of Chilean and Argentinian wine, these countries have very different approaches. A great balance between quality and affordability.
£35.00

Wed 10
Sep
- 2025 -
Introduction to Wine
The Strand, Cheltenham
7:00pm
A relaxed and informal introductory evening learning about different wine styles, grapes and countries while tasting a selection of delicious wines. You will get to grips with the basics of wine in an enjoyable, informative evening.
£35.00

Sun 14
Sep
- 2025 -
WSET Level 1
The Strand, Cheltenham
11:00am
The Wine and Spirit Education Trust (WSET) Level 1 Award in Wine is an ideal starting point for anyone who is considering embarking on a professional career in the wine industry or who simply want to learn more about wine in a structured way.
£195.00

Sun 05
Oct
- 2025 -
WSET Level 2 (three consecutive Sundays)
The Strand, Cheltenham
11:00am
Over three Sundays. This beginner to intermediate level qualification course provides a structured exploration of the world of wine and is suitable for both wine industry professionals and wine enthusiasts.
£480.00

Thu 09
Oct
- 2025 -
Cheese and Wine Pairing Evening
The Strand, Cheltenham
7:00pm
Wine with cheese...the perfect match! Cheese works so well when paired with wine. Come and try some classic pairings and some that you may have not considered. You will learn the principles of pairing cheese with wine and find amazing combinations
£43.00

Thu 16
Oct
- 2025 -
Off the beaten Track
The Strand, Cheltenham
7:00pm
The wine industry is domintated by the large, established wine producing countries and regions. Think New Zealand Sauvignon and Australian Shiraz. This evening spolights some of the coutrires and regions that you may be less familiar with
£35.00

Wed 22
Oct
- 2025 -
Discover the Loire Valley
The Strand, Cheltenham
7:00pm
The first of our 'Discover Series' where we explore the wines of some of the world's most iconic wine regions. We start with The Loire Valley. From world famous white wines to lesser known reds and traditional method sparkling.
£37.00

Wed 05
Nov
- 2025 -
Discover Alsace
The Strand, Cheltenham
7:00pm
Alsace is home to a wide range of beautiful 'Cool climate' wines. Discover wines ranging from aromatic Gewurztraminer and Riesling, to delicate and enticing Pinot Gris. Alsace also has wonderful Pinot Noir and amongst other cool climate reds.
£37.00

Thu 20
Nov
- 2025 -
Italian Cheese and Wine
The Strand, Cheltenham
7:00pm
Our classic cheese and wine evening takes on an Italian twist! Italian cheeses have been gaining a superb reputation for a number of years now, and as we know 'What grows together goes together' so we will be pairing with wonderful Italian Wine.
£43.00

Sun 30
Nov
- 2025 -
WSET Level 1
The Strand, Cheltenham
11:00am
The Wine and Spirit Education Trust (WSET) Level 1 Award in Wine is an ideal starting point for anyone who is considering embarking on a professional career in the wine industry or who simply want to learn more about wine in a structured way.
£195.00

Sun 18
Jan
- 2026 -
WSET Level 1
The Strand, Cheltenham
11:00am
The Wine and Spirit Education Trust (WSET) Level 1 Award in Wine is an ideal starting point for anyone who is considering embarking on a professional career in the wine industry or who simply want to learn more about wine in a structured way.
£215.00

Sun 01
Feb
- 2026 -
WSET Level 2 (three consecutive Sundays)
The Strand, Cheltenham
11:00am
Over three Sundays. This beginner to intermediate level qualification course provides a structured exploration of the world of wine and is suitable for both wine industry professionals and wine enthusiasts.
£510.00

Thu 12
Feb
- 2026 -
Cheese and Wine Pairing Evening
The Strand, Cheltenham
7:00pm
Wine with cheese...the perfect match! Cheese works so well when paired with wine. Come and try some classic pairings and some that you may have not considered. You will learn the principles of pairing cheese with wine and find amazing combinations
£43.00

Mon 09
Mar
- 2026 -
WSET Level 2 (three consecutive Mondays)
The Strand, Cheltenham
11:00am
Over three Mondays. This beginner to intermediate level qualification course provides a structured exploration of the world of wine and is suitable for both wine industry professionals and wine enthusiasts.
£510.00

Thu 16
Apr
- 2026 -
Cheese and Wine Pairing Evening
The Strand, Cheltenham
7:00pm
Wine with cheese...the perfect match! Cheese works so well when paired with wine. Come and try some classic pairings and some that you may have not considered. You will learn the principles of pairing cheese with wine and find amazing combinations
£43.00