A person's hand adjusting knobs on a DJ mixer or audio mixing console.
A wooden shelf holding a black vase, a framed black-and-white record cover featuring The Beatles, a speaker, and a collection of vinyl records. There are also two red and white signs that read 'Parler On Air' and mention a café, bar, and sounds.
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A cozy restaurant interior at night with two men having drinks at a table near large windows. There are potted plants, hanging lights, and a colorful wall mural.
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Welcome to Parler.
Cheltenham’s new corner of quality, culture and conversation.

Step inside a space where vintage Parisian café culture meets the creative pulse of Cheltenham. During the day, we serve exceptional speciality coffee from south-east London's Elsewhere Roastery and freshly-baked organic pastries from local legends La Boulangerie Artisan. By night the mood shifts - our bar showcases cool, crisp, craft beers from the iconic DEYA Brewery, alongside creative mixed drinks from cult cocktail producers FOUR CATS and contemporary wines curated by our friends at The Modest Merchant. 

A cozy living room corner with a black leather armchair, a wooden coffee table with books and magazines, a large potted plant, and a tall floor lamp with a paper lantern shade emitting warm light.

All of this is wrapped in a retrospective setting - a Georgian corner spot reimagined with a love of 60s and 70s design, analogue at heart, and spun to life through a vinyl system powered by Technics audio. We're a place for people who value substance over noise, who sip slow, think deep and savour the details. This is for the kind-hearted, the curious, the good listeners - welcome to your new favourite spot.

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Musical programming is eclectic and fluid, reflecting both Cheltenham's jazz heritage and its younger creative communities

At the heart is the sound system. turntables feed into an audiophile rig designed to show-case detail and depth, with loudspeakers tuned to carry warmth across the room. The effect is enveloping but never overbearing - the kind of sound that allows you to lean into a record rather than fight against it. It sets the tone for the entire venue: fidelity as an ethos rather than a gimmick.

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Your Moment in Our Corner

For those looking to mark a moment, Parler is available for private hire.
Our distinctive space — warm, elegant and music-led — provides an atmospheric backdrop for celebrations, launches, business gatherings, workshops and more.

We tailor each event to suit your needs: bespoke drinks menus, curated playlists or vinyl selections, and optional food packages featuring thoughtful, seasonal small plates. Our sound system can be the centrepiece of the night or gently underpin conversation — the choice is yours.

Whether you’re planning a quiet gathering or a full-venue celebration, our team will help craft an experience that feels personal, seamless and memorable.

To enquire about hosting an event with us, get in touch — we’d love to hear what you’re planning.

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Happenings & Harmonies

Parler is a space made for discovery. Throughout the year, we host an evolving programme of happenings that celebrate music, culture and craft. Expect intimate listening sessions, guest DJ nights, producer takeovers, wine tastings, talks, creative workshops and collaborations with our favourite makers and musicians.

Some gatherings are bold and energising; others are quiet, reflective and designed for deep listening. All share the same purpose — to bring people together around the things that matter. Keep an eye on our calendar, or follow us to hear about what’s next.

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