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Nestled against the foot of the Cotswold escarpment, Prestbury still retains the distinct character of an ancient village despite its proximity to Cheltenham’s town centre. Life here is physically defined by the rise of Cleeve Hill to the east, which marks the highest point in the Cotswolds and offers a network of trails directly accessible from the lanes. Historically, the village was an important manor belonging to the Bishops of Hereford, and this long heritage is visible in the cluster of 17th-century timber-framed cottages and the medieval St Mary’s Church at its heart. While the village is well known for its proximity to Cheltenham Racecourse - which borders the western edge of the parish - the daily reality is much quieter, centred around a handful of traditional pubs, a local stores, and a primary school. It is a place where the suburban edge of the town gives way to a more rural pace, maintaining a functional village identity that feels separate from the busier regency streets just two miles down the road.