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
Sun 26
Jan
- 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
Starts Wed 05
Feb
- 2025 -
World of Wine Seiries 'Wines of Europe'
The Strand, Cheltenham
7:00pm
Take your knowledge, understanding and enjoyment of wine to a new level with our 'World of Wine' series. In this three evening course, we will cover the key wine growing countries of Europe and discover what makes each country and region unique.
£95.00
Wed 05
Feb
- 2025 -
'Wine of Europe' France
The Strand, Cheltenham
7:00pm
Everything you have always wanted to know about French wines! At this tasting, we will decode French wines for you and give you the keys to understanding where they use the most common grape varieties. Get to know your Chablis from your Sancerre...
£35.00
Wed 12
Feb
- 2025 -
'Wine of Europe' Italy
The Strand, Cheltenham
7:00pm
Italy is the world's largest wine producing country. Home to hunders of grape varieties and stunning wine regions, such as: Tuscany, Piedmont and Veneto. We will discover some Italian classics and what makes these wines so special.
£35.00
Thu 13
Feb
- 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
£40.00
Wed 26
Feb
- 2025 -
'Wines of Europe' Spain and Portugal
The Strand, Cheltenham
7:00pm
Here we discover what Spain and Portugal have to offer. How far do we look beyond Rioja and Port when it comes to the Iberian countries? We really should, there are fantastic wines from all over these sun soaked countries. Join us to find out more.&n...
£35.00
Thu 13
Mar
- 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 23
Mar
- 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
Mon 31
Mar
- 2025 -
WSET Level 2 (three consecutive Mondays)
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.
£485.00
Thu 03
Apr
- 2025 -
If you like this. Try this! (alternatives to classics)
The Strand, Cheltenham
7:00pm
There are so many fantastic wines and grape varieties out there, but many remain largely undiscovered as they don't sell in huge volumes in local stores. Join us to discover some alternatives to the tried and tested varieites and styles.
£35.00
Thu 10
Apr
- 2025 -
Charcuterie and Wine Evening
The Strand, Cheltenham
7:00pm
An evening of beautiful charcuterie meats with a selection of bread, olives and condiments. Hand selected, quality wines will be chosen to perfectly compliment your charcuterie platter. A great evening to gain some food and wine pairing experience!
£40.00
Thu 01
May
- 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
£40.00
Sun 11
May
- 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
Thu 22
May
- 2025 -
English Wine Showcase
The Strand, Cheltenham
7:00pm
Are you curious about English Wine? Are you already converted but want to try some more varieties? I will be showcasing a variety of English Wines, including examples from Vineyards that are right on our doorstep. Come and discover for yourself...
£35.00
Sun 01
Jun
- 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 19
Jun
- 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
Thu 03
Jul
- 2025 -
Fantastic Fizz!
The Strand, Cheltenham
7:00pm
Come and compare the familiar classics from Champagne and Prosecco with some fantastic examples of sparkling wine from all around the world, including right here in England! Come along and enjoy a decadent evening and discover a new favourite fizz!&n...
£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
£40.00
Everything you have always wanted to know about French wines! At this tasting, we will decode French wines for you and give you the keys to understanding where they use the most common grape varieties. Get to know your Chablis from your Sancerre...
Here we discover what Spain and Portugal have to offer. How far do we look beyond Rioja and Port when it comes to the Iberian countries? We really should, there are fantastic wines from all over these sun soaked countries. Join us to find out more.&n...
Are you curious about English Wine? Are you already converted but want to try some more varieties? I will be showcasing a variety of English Wines, including examples from Vineyards that are right on our doorstep. Come and discover for yourself...
Come and compare the familiar classics from Champagne and Prosecco with some fantastic examples of sparkling wine from all around the world, including right here in England! Come along and enjoy a decadent evening and discover a new favourite fizz!&n...