01242 area code: Cheltenham
01242 is the UK dialling code for Cheltenham in Gloucestershire. Local numbers are written 01242 xxxxxx.
01242 number formats
| Place | UK format | International |
|---|---|---|
| Cheltenham | 01242 xxxxxx | +44 1242 xxxxxx |
Calls to 01242 numbers cost the same as any other UK landline and count towards inclusive minutes on most plans.
Get a 01242 number for your business
A local 01242 number helps you win calls from customers in Cheltenham. It is virtual, so it rings your mobile, desk phones, Teams or our answering team.
- Choose your own number, including memorable patterns
- Route calls by time of day
- Show the number on outbound calls from our app
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01242 area code questions
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Where is the 01242 area code?
01242 is the dialling code for Cheltenham, in Gloucestershire, South West England.
Is 01242 a mobile number?
No. 01242 is a geographic landline code. Calls to 01242 numbers are charged at standard landline rates and are included in most UK mobile and landline bundles. The number may still be answered on a mobile if it is a virtual number.
How do I call a 01242 number from abroad?
Dial +44, drop the first 0, then dial the rest of the number. For example +44 1242 xxxxxx.
Who is calling me from a 01242 number?
A 01242 number belongs to a landline or virtual number registered in the Cheltenham area. The code cannot tell you who the caller is. If you do not recognise the call, let it go to voicemail, and never share payment or security details with an unexpected caller.
Can my business get a 01242 number?
Yes. We supply 01242 numbers that ring any phone in the UK, so you can have a Cheltenham presence wherever your team works. The number should be used for genuine business in or with the area.
Get a 01242 number for your business
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