Cheltenham Festival Betting with BetWright

When March gallops into view, all roads lead to Cheltenham. Four days, 28 races and the famous roar that shakes Prestbury Park, this is the Festival every horse racing punter circles on their calendar. From the curtain-raiser Supreme Novices’ Hurdle to the showpiece Gold Cup, Cheltenham betting serves up tradition, drama and the kind of stories you’ll be talking about long after the final furlong.

At BetWright, we’ve got Cheltenham betting odds, trusted tips and boosted prices across the card to satisfy all of your horse racing betting needs. Whether you’re siding with a short-priced favourite or taking a punt on a lively outsider, this is the meeting where legends are backed and winners are found the Wright way.

Cheltenham Festival Betting Types

Cheltenham is jump racing’s biggest week and the betting markets are just as lively as the roar from the stands. Here’s how punters usually play it at BetWright:

Win Bet

The straightforward flutter. Back a horse to win its race. If it passes the post first, you’re paid.
Example: You back your favourite in the Champion Hurdle. It wins. So do you.

Each-Way Bet

Two bets in one. One on the win, one on the place. Perfect for Cheltenham’s big-field handicaps where longshots often find their way into the frame.
Example: You back a 25/1 outsider each-way in the County Hurdle. It battles home in third and while the win part misses, the place part still pays out.

Place Bet

Keep it simple and back your runner just to place. Lower risk, steady reward.
Example: You back a horse in the Gold Cup to place. It comes third. You collect.

Forecast Bet

Pick the top two in the exact order. Tough to land at Cheltenham but worth it if you’ve read the form wright.
Example: You back one hot favourite to beat a lively outsider in the Gold Cup. They finish 1-2 in the wright order and your forecast lands.

Reverse Forecast Bet

Same idea but your two picks can finish in either order. More wiggle room, same excitement.
Example: You back two fancied runners in the Champion Chase. If they finish first and second in any order, your bet pays out.

Tricast Bet

Go bold and call the top three in the wright order. High risk but a big payout if it lands.
Example: You back three outsiders in the Coral Cup to finish 1-2-3 in exact order. They deliver. So does your bet.

Accumulator (Acca)

Stack multiple Cheltenham picks into one bet. Every leg has to win, but if they all land, the payout is far bigger and you’ll be galloping with joy.
Example: You back winners in the Supreme Novices’, the Champion Hurdle and the Gold Cup in one acca. If all three deliver, your payout rockets.

Ante-Post Betting

Cheltenham’s ante-post markets are famous. Bet weeks or months in advance, often at juicier odds. The risk is if your horse doesn’t run, you lose your stake unless it’s marked “non-runner no bet.”
Example: You back a Gold Cup fancy at 12/1 in January. By March it’s the favourite at 3/1. Your early bet has massive value.

Key Tips for Cheltenham Festival Betting

Cheltenham is as unpredictable as it is iconic. Here are a few things to keep in mind when placing your bets:

Festival Form

Some horses come alive at Prestbury Park. Always check how they’ve run at past Festivals. A proven performer here is worth noting.

Trainer & Jockey Powerhouses

Certain names dominate Cheltenham week. Willie Mullins, Nicky Henderson and Henry de Bromhead rarely leave empty-handed and Rachael Blackmore has made Festival history in recent years. Backing their runners is rarely wasted ink on the racecard.

Course Specialists

The undulating Cheltenham track can catch some horses out. Others thrive on it and return year after year. Look for runners with previous course form, it can often repeat itself.

The Atmosphere

The Cheltenham roar is like nothing else in horse racing. Some horses relish the noise and rise to the occasion, while others get spooked. It’s worth considering temperament as much as talent.

BetWright’s Smart Betting Tips

We want your Cheltenham horse racing betting to stay thrilling but also safe. Here’s how to keep your betting Wright on track:

• Take a break when needed – Even the best punters need time out. Use our Playbreak & Self-Exclusion tools when required.
• Reach out if you need support – Our team is here for you and so are organisations like GambleAware.
• Set a budget before you play – Sticking to a plan keeps betting fun. This means knowing and understanding your limits. Our budget calculator can help you do that.

The Wright Way to Bet on Cheltenham Festival

At BetWright, we believe in offering a safe, transparent and enjoyable horse racing betting experience. Here’s how you can always "Bet the Wright Way":

Safer Gambling: Set limits, track your play and stay in control of your betting. For more details on all of our safer gambling tools, please visit here.

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Betting the Wright Way with BetWright

From the opening roar on Tuesday to Gold Cup glory on Friday, BetWright keeps you in the thick of Cheltenham Festival betting. With sharp odds, trusted tips and markets across all 28 races, we give you the tools to play it smart and stay in control.

Join the action with BetWright and experience everything Cheltenham has to offer, from banker favourites to big-field handicaps where outsiders write the headlines. Bet safely, bet confidently and always Bet the Wright Way.