Cheltenham Festival 2025 preview: Constitution Hill heads Champion Hurdle runners
Gloucestershire tracks are expected to have more than 200,000 spectators in one week, but thousands of other spectators are heading for Costa del Sol, Spain,,,,, External They say it’s cheaper to watch action on the big screen.
Festival organizers said they expect ticket sales to drop in the third year despite the announcement of changes in September to improve the experience of the competition and competitors.
The conditions for five races were changed to increase interest and field size under Irish training runners.
For motorists, new parks and cycling systems have been introduced, with other coaches and additional tough areas being introduced in the courses in the parking lot.
Cheltenham has frozen fares, food and beverage options have increased, and new accommodation deals are offered after fans criticized and attendance have dropped.
But those traveling to tourist destinations like Benidorm and Tenerife follow the action, saying flights and accommodation are cheaper than Cheltenham Hotels and the cost of participating in the competition.
