Cheltenham Bookmaker Offers and Free Bets - the best offers from Betfair, Paddy Power and Sky Bet - Day 1

Cheltenham Bookmaker Offers and Free Bets - the best offers from Betfair, Paddy Power and Sky Bet - Day 1

Cheltenham Festival Day 1 Betting Offers: Betfair, Paddy Power and Sky Bet

The Cheltenham Festival gets underway with one of the most anticipated days in the racing calendar, headlined by the Champion Hurdle and supported by a stacked card that includes the Supreme Novices’ Hurdle and the Arkle Challenge Trophy.

Day 1 is also when bookmakers launch some of their most attractive Cheltenham promotions, giving punters extra value as the Festival begins. Here’s a closer look at the best Day 1 offers currently available.

Betfair Cheltenham Offer – Bet £10 Get £30

Betfair are offering new customers a Bet £10 Get £30 promotion, giving punters additional betting power as the Cheltenham Festival begins. With such a strong opening-day card — culminating in the Champion Hurdle — there are plenty of opportunities to put those free bets to use.

Betfair Sportsbook

Bet £10, Get £30 in Free Bets

Claim £30 Offer →

New customers only. Min odds 1/2 (1.5). Free bets valid for 30 days. T&Cs apply.

One of the most intriguing races is the Arkle, where Lulamba (proven experience) takes on Kopek Des Bordes (raw potential). Betfair’s offer provides a useful boost for punters looking to get involved in this standout Day 1 clash.

Paddy Power Cheltenham Offer – Bet £10 Get £60 + Arkle 60/1 Specials

Paddy Power are going big for the opening day with a Bet £10 Get £60 welcome offer, alongside a pair of headline-grabbing Arkle specials. Both Lulamba and Kopek Des Bordes are available at 60/1 to win, giving punters the choice of which star to back at an enormous price.

Paddy Power Arkle Boost

60/1 Lulamba OR Kopek Des Bordes to win

CLAIM 60/1 HERE

New customers only. Max stake £1. Winnings paid in free bets. T&Cs apply. 18+.

Sky Bet Cheltenham Offer – Bet £20 Get £60 + Lulamba 60/1 Top 3 Special

Sky Bet are offering strong incentives, including a Bet £20 Get £60 offer on racing. But the most eye-catching special is their 60/1 boost on Lulamba to finish in the top three, offering an extra safety net for the Arkle favorite.

Lulamba Arkle Special

60/1 Lulamba to finish in the Top 3

CLAIM 60/1 HERE

Sky Bet Racing Special

£60 in free bets when you place a £20 bet

CLAIM £60 OFFER

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