12 Of The Best Coffee Shops In Cheltenham 2026
Just on the edge of the Cotswolds sits the beautiful Regency spa town of Cheltenham. Leafy streets lined with period properties and landscaped parks give this town its quintessentially English feel. All you need, is the perfect spot to sit back and watch the world go by with a cup of coffee.
And you’re in the right place! In this blog I’m sharing my run down of the top 12 coffee shops Cheltenham has to offer. So whether you’re enjoying a weekend escape, a day trip or just passing through – there’s something for you.
1. Ritual Coffee Roasters
Location: Best for Cheltenham Spa train station
Set within their incredible roastery, Ritual’s brew bar quite literally serves freshly roasted coffee that you can see being created on-site. It’s a really cool industrial space with lots of seating inside and out as well as a kitchen serving a brilliant brunch menu if you’re hungry for more.
2. The Scandinavian Coffee Pod
Location: Best for centre of town
Built on the Scandinavian principle of doing simple, well, this spot serves only the best speciality coffee. Their classically Scandi stylish space creates a really relaxed atmosphere to enjoy your quality cuppa. Alternatively, get more involved by joining one of their latte art classes or coffee skills courses.
3. ARC Espresso Bar
Location: Best for Cheltenham Spa train station
Not only does ARC offer fantastic coffee but they have an on-site bakery serving up some of the best pastries, cookies, cakes and brownies in town. Plus, as it’s just over the road from the main train station, it’s super handy to grab a coffee before your train or when you arrive to get that caffeine fix!
4. Society Café
Location: Best for centre of town
Part of a small local chain, Society has practiced the art of the perfect coffee shop – great coffee, range of tasty baked treats and plenty of spacious seating facing into the sun. Head here to catch some rays and sip your coffee in the sun.
5. Suffolk Coffee
Location: Best for Montpellier
Suffolk Coffee puts local produce and sustainability at the heart of everything they do so you can feel good about stopping here and supporting local businesses. From their coffee roasted by Ritual Coffee (as mentioned above) to bakes and brownies from bakers in Cheltenham and neighbouring Bristol.
6. Guilt Trip Coffee & Donuts
Location: Best for centre of town
As the name suggests, you’re in for a treat here. Not only can you find brilliant quality coffee but indulge your sweet tooth with mouth-watering donuts in flavours like tiramisu, maple toffee crunch, Biscoff and more.
7. The Coffee Dispensary
Location: Best for centre of town
A firm favourite since 2015, the Coffee Dispensary pride themselves on serving the best coffee to their community while showcasing the work of local artists, photographers and musicians. So to get a better taste of local life and community, head to this well-loved spot.
Plus, in the evening the place turns into a cosy speakeasy with signature espresso martinis and more!
8. Sorrel Stores
Location: Best for Montpellier
Focused on seasonal produce, this fresh and stylish spot serves tasty coffee, a selection of pastries and a delicious brunch menu. Head here to escape the city centre rush, chill out and sip your coffee in a super comfy space.
9. The Green Coffee Machine
Location: Best for Cheltenham Spa train station
Just the other side of the main train station you’ll find the small but perfectly formed, Green Coffee Machine. This is the perfect place to grab a quick coffee on your way too or from the station. Alongside their brilliantly strong coffee they serve a range of smoothies, wraps and lunch bits so there’s something for everyone.
10. The Meadow Café
Location: Best for park exploring (Cox’s Meadow)
On the edge of the pretty park sits this café serving walkers, sunbathers and cyclists tasty coffees and bacon rolls to fuel their day. This super friendly spot is great for families exploring outside the hub of town.
11. Number 85 Coffee & Kitchen
Location: Best for centre of town
From coffee to steak, independent Number 85 does it all. Taking you from morning coffee and breakfast to midday brunch – head here if you’re craving a side of pancakes and french toast with your coffee!
12. Baker & Graze
Location: Best for Montpellier
Last but by no means least is Great Taste Award-winning bakery and coffee shop – Baker & Graze. The judges really knew what they were doing – this place has some of the most incredible sourdough bread, sweet treats and barista quality coffee. Just get here early if you do want to pick up a loaf too – it sells out quick!
There we have it – my round up of 12 of the finest coffee shops in Cheltenham. Have you visited any of these or do you think I’ve missed any of your favourites? Let me know in the comments!
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