Bet365 has unveiled an enticing promotional package for the 2026 Cheltenham Festival, featuring a generous welcome bonus and a standout Super Boost for the Arkle Chase. This comprehensive offer caters to both new and existing customers, enhancing the betting experience for one of horse racing's premier events.
Welcome Bonus: Bet £10, Get £30 in Free Bets
New customers signing up for the Cheltenham Festival can claim a substantial welcome bonus from Bet365. The promotion allows participants to deposit and wager between £5 and £10, with free bets awarded at 300% of their initial stake. This flexible structure ensures bettors on varying budgets can benefit.
For example:
- Deposit and bet £5 – Receive £15 in free bets
- Deposit and bet £7.50 – Receive £22.50 in free bets
- Deposit and bet £10 – Receive £30 in free bets
These free bet credits are versatile, usable on Cheltenham odds or any other sports markets available on Bet365's website or mobile app. However, they must be utilised within seven days of being credited to the account. No bonus code is required for this offer; new users simply need to sign up via the provided links, deposit using a valid payment method, and place their qualifying bet.
Arkle Chase Super Boost: Kopek Des Bordes or Lulamba
A highlight of Bet365's Cheltenham promotion is the Super Boost for the Arkle Chase, scheduled for the first day of the 2026 festival. This offer boosts the price of the two leading contenders, Kopek Des Bordes and Lulamba, to evens (1/1) for either horse to win the race.
This Super Boost provides bettors with two opportunities for a payout, as backing either contender at evens offers enhanced value. A maximum stake of £10 applies, and qualifying bets must be placed before the race starts at 2pm GMT. If either horse wins, payouts will be processed at the evens price within 24 hours.
Innovative Betting Features: Position Payout
Bet365 is introducing a new feature called Position Payout for selected races at the Cheltenham Festival. This market simplifies traditional Each Way betting by displaying fixed returns for specific finishing positions before the bet is placed.
Each horse will show potential payouts for finishing 1st, 2nd, 3rd, or 4th (and sometimes more, depending on the race). The transparency of knowing exact returns for each position eliminates the need to calculate complex odds fractions, making it easier for bettors to understand potential winnings.
Position Payout is a pre-race, fixed-odds market that can be included in multiples and is eligible for Cash Out before the race begins. While it does not apply to ante-post bets or Best Odds Guaranteed markets, it offers a clearer alternative for festival races with large, competitive fields.
Additional Bet365 Cheltenham Promotions
As a leading horse racing betting site, Bet365 provides a range of other features and promotions for Cheltenham Festival punters:
- Best Odds Guaranteed (BOG) – If the starting price is higher than the odds taken, Bet365 pays out at the larger price.
- Bet Boosts – Selected runners receive enhanced odds, with a daily Super Boost available.
- Racing Value – 'First past the post' payouts now include ante-post bets, ensuring payment even if a horse is later disqualified.
- Winnings Boost – Increase potential returns by selecting this option in the bet slip.
- Each Way Extra – Adjust the number of places in a race when betting Each Way on selected events.
- My Horses – Track favourite horses and receive alerts.
- Colossus Bets – Participate in pool betting for a chance to win a share of a large prize fund.
- Live Streaming – Watch all Cheltenham races live via Bet365's platform.
- Racing Replay Archive – Review past performances to analyse form before placing bets.
Responsible Gambling Reminder
While the Cheltenham Festival is an exciting event for punters, Bet365 emphasises the importance of gambling responsibly. The platform offers several safer gambling tools to help players maintain control:
- Deposit limits to set spending caps
- Reality checks with pop-up alerts on betting time
- Time-out options for breaks ranging from 24 hours to six weeks
- Self-exclusion for periods of six months or longer if needed
For those requiring support, UK organisations such as BeGambleAware, GamCare, Gamblers Anonymous UK, the National Gambling Support Network, and the NHS Northern Gambling Service offer free, confidential assistance.
All offers and odds are correct at the time of publication but may be subject to change. Terms and conditions apply to all promotions. Gambling can be addictive; always play responsibly and only bet what you can afford to lose.
