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Cheltenham Festival cuts Guinness price to £7.50, reviving a former rate and aiming to boost value for attendees.
Festival bosses will open 50 bars to serve up to 240,000 fans, with trackside drinking allowed for the first time.
Event organizers describe the price cut as delivering better value and addressing attendee concerns over costs.
Diageo signaled price rises elsewhere, illustrating broader industry cost pressures ahead of the festival.
Cheltenham officials anticipate a record crowd, driven by new entertainment elements and value-focused pricing.

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The Over Farm illegal waste tip near Gloucestershire operated for seven years despite almost 100 reports to the Environment Agency.
The tip lies behind Over Farm Park, near a canal, with waste up to 20 feet deep and self-combustion creating toxic smoke.
Locals say dumping continued unchecked, with the Environment Agency accused of inaction while officials say enforcement actions are ongoing.
Officials say action is being taken, with the EA investigating the site and council and partners engaging to understand the impact.
The tip is owned by a landowner linked to multiple local businesses, with planning actions already taken by Forest of Dean District Council.
Highnam Parish Council has filed a formal complaint to the Environment Agency over the lack of action.
Residents urge use of drones and stronger partnerships to combat waste criminals and protect communities.
The Environment Agency previously said it was 'investigating' the site and working with partners.
Over Farm Park and neighboring areas were affected by the smoky pollution from the dump.
Campaigners want stronger evidence of enforcement and longer-term protection for local communities.
The Daily Mail reports the tip's scale is larger than the previously infamous Kidlington site.

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Bowen believes Haiti Couleurs has a real chance to win the Gold Cup at Cheltenham, which would mark a major milestone in his career.
Bowen says he has never gone to Cheltenham with good chances before, but hopes this year will be different.
Bowen contends with a demanding schedule, riding 858 times this season and spending long hours in the car.
Bowen credits family and Becky Curtis for supporting his career as Haiti Couleurs becomes a potential Gold Cup ride.
Bowen aims to strengthen his position as a top jumps rider, eyeing a possible 300-winner season.
Bowen recalls AP McCoy as a benchmark and reflects on mindset differences that help him stay positive.
He acknowledges the Cheltenham festival has been Irish-dominated, making chances hard for British riders.
Bowen discusses his long-standing relationship with trainer Rebecca Curtis and its impact on his ride.
Bowen reflects on a career path, including early setbacks at Paul Nicholls’ yard and subsequent freelance rides.
Bowen notes the emotional pull of racing and his drive to win more, despite not feeling adversity in childhood.

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The royal family has become regulars at Cheltenham Festival, with multiple members attending across years.
Princess Anne and Zara Tindall are frequent attendees and are noted for trackside glamour.
Queen Camilla attended the festival and wore a brooch in tribute to Queen Elizabeth II.
The Waleses, including Kate and William, attended Cheltenham in past years, drawing attention to their fashion choices.
Zara Tindall and Mike Tindall's 2023 festival moment highlighted PDA and style.
Camilla's 2023 attendance marked her as Queen at the festival.
Princess Diana is referenced as part of Cheltenham history in archival mentions.
The gallery includes moments showing royal family fashion across decades.
The gallery invites readers to view moments of royal attendance ahead of this year’s festival.
The article uses Getty Images as source for many photos.
The piece emphasizes royal family involvement in horse racing culture.

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