The picturesque Boathouse, built in 1894, resides in the heart of Cheltenham’s Pittville Park. We offer freshly ground coffee, handmade cakes and sandwiches as well as delicious Marshfield ice cream.

We also encourage our customers to enjoy the range of unique leisure activities our idyllic location affords us: tennis, golf, fishing, and of course boating (Boating available June to October)

Pitch and Putt
With 9 holes and no bunkers to get stuck in, no dress code and no booking required the course - set on the western side of Pittville Park is a great way to get into golf. What’s more clubs, tees and balls are included in the price. Please be aware on the odd really sunny days we can get sunbathers on the course which makes play difficult.

Tennis
In The Park operate the booking system for both Pittville Park & Montpellier Garden's Tennis courts, to book a court simply visit the website here or why not become a member for £55 for the year which will allow you to play up to 5 times a week for you and any member of your household! For more information, please visit the website.
Available all year round, during daylight times only.

** Boating closed for 2025 **

Boating
Set sail and explore Pittville Park’s lower lake in a range of boats depending on your group size. Larger boats can accommodate up to 8 people. Smaller boats will hold a maximum of 5 adults. The Boathouse staff will provide life jackets and advise on the right type of boat. There is also an advisory minimum age of 2.5 years and there needs to be an adult (18+) in every boat.

Find out what else Pittville Park has on offer here