The best of The Suffolks, Cheltenham
A beloved residential neighbourhood with fantastic independent shops and cafés 70 places listed.
Le Champignon Sauvage
24-28 Suffolk Rd
Michelin-starred fine dining where David Everitt-Matthias has been creating seasonal, inventive dishes since 1987.
myFACE dentistry and facial aesthetics
4 Suffolk Rd
Family run Suffolk Road practice combining dentistry with facial aesthetics, with free first consultations, on site parking and Thursday evenings.
Ella Hair Salon
208 Bath Rd
Bath Road hair salon run on sustainable lines, with Davines products, a refill bar and cuts priced by stylist level.
Gratton House Dental Surgery
Gratton House, Gratton St
Family run practice on Gratton Street for check ups, hygiene, aligners and cosmetic work, with same day and Saturday slots for private patients.
Suffolk Coffee
17 Suffolk Parade
Independent coffee shop on Suffolk Parade serving expertly crafted coffee with genuine neighbourhood warmth.
Gorgeous Hairdressing
9 Suffolk Parade
Suffolk Parade salon owned by Gary Bullock, with Shiatsu massage chairs at the basins, prices by stylist level and free parking outside.
Medivet Leckhampton
3 Leckhampton Rd
Leckhampton Road vet for cats, dogs, rabbits and exotics, open Saturday mornings, with keyhole surgery and a free first consultation.
Nineteen Beauty & Aesthetics
19 Shurdington Rd
Shurdington Road studio for Dibi facials, laser hair removal, IPL, massage and teeth whitening, run by a mother and daughter since 2012.
Paco Delgado Hairdressing ltd
11-13 Suffolk Rd
Suffolk Road salon established in 1984, offering cutting and PPD free colour, with live online booking and an online product shop.
Andrews Leckhampton
176 Bath Rd
Leckhampton branch of Andrews on Bath Road for sales, lettings and property management, open Saturdays and part of the area since 2004.
Finishing Touches
163 Bath Rd
Family run Bath Road salon for brows, lashes, nails, hydrofacials and massage, open until 8pm four nights a week and on Sundays.
K Nine Dog Studio
15 Shurdington Rd
Shurdington Road grooming studio with free parking, offering full grooms, hand stripping, puppy grooms and Emmi Pet teeth cleaning.
Lash Bar Cheltenham
Gee’s beauty, above Guild hairdressers, 18 Suffolk Rd
Suffolks lash and brow studio with full sets at £60, lash lifts at £40, brow lamination and free patch tests.
Peter Ball & Co (Shurdington Road)
1-3 Shurdington Rd
Leckhampton office of Peter Ball & Co on Shurdington Road for sales and lettings, with no sale no fee selling and free valuations.
Sorella Hair Boutique
14 Suffolk Parade
Suffolk Parade salon specialising in hair extensions and colour, run by Beauty Works Master Hair Extensionist Molly Bond.
Baby Face Cheltenham
42 Suffolk Rd
Beauty salon on Suffolk Road in The Suffolks, with 5 from 34 Google reviews.
Hair Systems
228 Bath Rd
Family run Bath Road salon for women's, men's and children's cuts, ammonia free colour and wedding hair, open six days a week.
Newcombe Residential
46 Suffolk Rd
Boutique Suffolk Road agency for sales and lettings, taking on a handful of homes at a time and led by a former barrister.
Pembridge Solicitors
Calderwood House, Montpellier Parade
Montpellier Parade law firm covering family, immigration, criminal defence, employment, injury and business law, with Saturday opening.
TAP Co. Plumbing, Heating & Gas
The Old School House, 3a Leckhampton Rd
Family run plumbing, heating and gas firm on Leckhampton Road for boilers, bathrooms, kitchens and landlord CP12 certificates.
Wildflower Illustration Co.
26 Suffolk Parade
Suffolk Parade stationery shop and studio run by Rebecca and Karl, printing its own illustrated cards, letter writing paper and floral prints.
CoCo Fox Salon
4 Great Norwood St
One stylist salon on Great Norwood Street, run by Amanda Sinfield, for cuts, colour, balayage and occasion hair, by appointment only.
Gee's Beauty Cheltenham
The Guild Hairdressing, 18 Suffolk Rd
Suffolks salon for nail art, builder gel, brows and lashes, with appointments until 9pm on Mondays and Wednesdays.
Harani Hair
62 Bath Rd
Bath Road salon for cuts, colour, extensions and bridal hair, with a Wella colour specialist and a men's cut from £31.
Lash by Design
31 Suffolk Parade
Suffolk Parade lash salon run by Sam for classic, hybrid and volume extensions, lash lifts, brows and lip blush, plus injectables.
Mathew Lee Hair
Kolectiv, 44 Suffolk Rd
Suffolk Road hairdresser at Kolectiv specialising in hair extensions, balayage and corrective colour, with appointments from 8am.
Omorfi.
37 Suffolk Parade
Independent nail studio on Suffolk Parade, where you book with Helen by text or with Annaliese or Nina online.
Perry Bishop
140 Bath Rd
Bath Road estate agent for sales, managed lettings, land and new homes, with Saturday opening and free valuations.
Roots & Fruits
250 Bath Rd
Family-run greengrocer and florist on Bath Road, selling local fruit and veg, fresh bread, dairy and bouquets, with online ordering and delivery.
The Guild Hairdressing
18 Suffolk Rd
Suffolk Road salon opened in 2000 by Mike Lunnon, with a consultation before every service, wedding hair and a 20% student discount.
Bath Road Beers
157 Bath Rd
Independent craft beer shop and bar on Bath Road with expertly chosen bottles, cans, and rotating taps in a welcoming space.
Bhoomi Kitchen Cheltenham
52 Suffolk Rd
Contemporary Indian restaurant on Suffolk Road serving regional specialties with fresh ingredients and genuine warmth.
Bodega
34 Suffolk Parade
Suffolks womenswear boutique stocking YAYA, Soya Concept, Gustav and Celtic and Co, with regular style events and free UK delivery on orders over £75.
Curious Cafe & Bistro
204 Bath Rd
Neighbourhood cafe and bistro on Bath Road serving reliable breakfasts and lunches in relaxed surroundings.
Kate Bloom Hair and Beauty
4 St Luke's Rd
St Luke's Road salon founded by Kate Bloom, with cuts and colour priced by stylist level, free consultations and late opening on Thursdays.
Lucy's Cafe
183 Bath Rd
Friendly neighbourhood cafe on Bath Road serving proper home-cooked breakfasts and lunches with a loyal local following.
Moran's Eating House
123-129 Bath Rd
Neighbourhood restaurant on Bath Road serving honest, well-made food in relaxed, welcoming surroundings that locals have come to rely on.
Antique & Modern Fireplaces
41-43 Great Norwood St
Fireplace shop at 41 to 43 Great Norwood Street in the Suffolks. Call ahead or check its Google listing for its current range.
Beauty Box
187 Bath Rd
Hair salon at 187 Bath Road in The Suffolks, with 4.8 from 19 Google reviews.
Bloomers of Cheltenham
3 Great Norwood St
Suffolks florist for bouquets, wedding and sympathy flowers, with same day delivery across Gloucestershire on orders placed before 3pm.
Emporium
185 Bath Rd
Family run gift shop on Bath Road for Jellycat toys, baby gifts, jewellery, Cotswold Lavender and home fragrance, with an online shop too.
Siam Smile
12 Suffolk Rd
Authentic Thai restaurant serving traditional Thai dishes including curries, stir-fries, and Thai street food...
Yoshi Organics @ Kolectiv
Kolectiv, 44 Suffolk Rd
Suffolk Road salon where two organic hairstylists work with natural, organic products. Book by phone with your stylist.
Painswick House Dental Practice
2 Painswick Rd
Long established dental practice on Painswick Road, just off Suffolk Road, with its own emergency cover, private and Denplan fees and parking outside.
Angel Day Nursery
16 Keynsham Rd
Day nursery in a Victorian house on Keynsham Road since 1989, for ages five months to five years, with enclosed gardens and home cooked meals.
Bake & Brew
217 Bath Rd
Neighbourhood cafe on Bath Road serving quality coffee, fresh bakes, and honest food with a warm welcome.
Beaumont House
56 Shurdington Rd
Victorian boutique hotel on peaceful Shurdington Road with character rooms and genuinely warm hospitality.
Corner Coffee Co.
234 Bath Rd
Neighbourhood coffee shop on Bath Road serving quality coffee and fresh food in a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere.
Indian Brasserie
146 Bath Rd
Reliable neighbourhood Indian on Bath Road serving well-spiced classics and generous portions in a welcoming, unpretentious setting.
Jolly Brewmaster
Jolly Brewmaster, 39 Painswick Rd
Friendly Painswick Road pub with great beer, warm atmosphere, and that proper local feel that keeps regulars coming back.
Norwood Arms
Leckhampton Rd
Reliable Leckhampton Road local with good food, a welcoming atmosphere, and a beer garden that draws the crowds on sunny days.
Somerset Arms
30 Moorend St
Welcoming Moorend Street local serving real ales and ciders on tap, with that rare thing: genuine neighbourhood pub atmosphere.
The Brown Jug
242 Bath Rd
Welcoming Bath Road pub serving proper food and a good choice of beers with a warm, community atmosphere that keeps locals coming back.
The Exmouth Arms
167 Bath Rd
Traditional neighbourhood pub on Bath Road with a loyal following, decent food, and a welcoming atmosphere that keeps locals coming back.
The Five Alls, Cheltenham
232 Bath Rd
Traditional Bath Road pub with well-kept real and craft ales, proper Sunday roasts, and a genuinely warm community atmosphere.
The Meadow Café
Old Bath Rd
Welcoming, dog-friendly Old Bath Road café serving great coffee, bagels and homemade cakes beside Cox's Meadow.
The Retreat
10/11 Suffolk Parade
Town centre wine bar and restaurant serving seasonal, locally sourced food with an excellent wine selection in relaxed surroundings.
The Suffolk Arms
40 Suffolk Rd
Characterful pub in The Suffolks with seasonal food, local beers, live sport and a dog-friendly welcome.
The Tempest Caffè
246a Bath Rd
Welcoming neighbourhood coffee shop on Bath Road serving quality coffee and freshly prepared food with genuine community spirit.
Emmaus Gloucestershire
147-151 Bath Rd
Emmaus charity shop in the former NatWest on Bath Road, selling pre-loved furniture, homewares, electricals and clothing, with local delivery.
Guides to The Suffolks
The Suffolks Cheltenham: A Local's Guide to the Town's Quietly Excellent Neighbourhood
If Montpellier is the characterful Cheltenham neighbourhood everyone knows about, The Suffolks is the one locals actually live in.
Shops in Cheltenham: The Independent Shopping Guide
Cheltenham's best independent shops, area by area: jewellers and books in Montpellier, boutiques on Suffolk Parade, records in the town centre lanes and hats in Charlton Kings.
Best Sunday Roast in Cheltenham: 12 Sunday Lunches, Prices
Twelve places for a Sunday roast or Sunday lunch in Cheltenham, with roast prices from £13 to £32, serving times, vegan and children's roasts, and dog-friendly pubs.
Fine Dining and Tasting Menus in Cheltenham: Prices and Michelin Stars
Which Cheltenham restaurants hold a Michelin star, the tasting menus in town with their prices and wine pairings, and the cheapest way in at lunch, with booking and dress codes.
Best Walks Near Cheltenham: Hills, Circular Walks and Pubs
Hill, woodland and town walks near Cheltenham with official distances, times and parking: Leckhampton Hill, Cleeve Common, Crickley Hill, Lineover Wood and Pittville Park, each with a pub or café nearby.