Lower Slaughter, Gloucestershire
Nestled in the picturesque Cotswolds, Lower Slaughter is a charming Gloucestershire village that transports visitors back in time. Just a stone's throw away from the popular tourist destination of Bourton on the Water, Lower Slaughter offers a peaceful retreat from the bustling crowds. With its idyllic stone cottages adorned with colorful flower gardens and its serene meandering river, this quintessentially English village is an enchanting sight to behold. Lower Slaughter exudes a timeless beauty that captures the hearts of all who visit.
Where is Lower Slaughter, Gloucestershire?
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) - Lower Slaughter
The River Eye runs through Lower Slaughter.
The River Eye rises in the northern end of the parish of Upper Slaughter from where it flows down to Lower Slaughter, under the Roman Fosse Way at Slaughter Bridge, and after running parallel to the River Dikler for a kilometre, it finally empties into the Dikler a kilometre to the east of Bourton-on-the-Water. Two kilometers later the Dikler flows into the River Windrush.
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The nearest town to Lower Slaughter is Moreton-in-Marsh. Bourton-on-the-Water is closer, but Bourton is a village, not a town.
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Lower Slaughter is conveniently located within a short driving distance from other popular Cotswold towns such as Bourton-on-the-Water and Stow-on-the-Wold, making it an ideal base for exploring the region.
Lower Slaughter's "sister" village, Upper Slaughter, is also nearby.
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Lower Slaughter is in Gloucestershire.
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Attractions, businesses and places to visit in the local area
Amelia Rose Ceramics
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The Lansdowne, Bourton on the Water
The Lansdowne is a boutique four star silver rated family run guest house located within 200 metres of the centre of the pretty village of Bourton on the Water
Cotswold Motoring Museum and Toy Collection, Bourton on the Water
An award winning museum in Bourton on the Water hosting one of the UK's best collections of cars, motorcycles, toys and motoring signs.
Bourton on the Water, Gloucestershire
Known as "The Venice of the Cotswolds", Bourton-on-the-Water is an extremely popular visitor destination and is home to The Model Village, Birdland and Cotswold Motoring Museum & Toy Collection.
Smiths Bar & Restaurant, Bourton on the Water
Two brothers from Hertfordshire, adapting to these strange times cooking up some serious burgers.
Chester House Hotel, Bourton-on-the-Water
Chester House Hotel lies in the centre of the Cotswold village of Bourton-on-the-Water, known as "The Venice of the Cotswolds".
Whiteshoots Cottage Bed and Breakfast in Bourton on the Water
Affordable, comfortable and friendly bed & breakfast accommodation just a minute drive from the pretty Cotswold village of Bourton on the Water
The Model Village, Bourton on the Water
Built during the early thirties, the Village is a 1/9th replica of Bourton-on-the-Water, built from the local Cotswold stone
Birdland Park and Gardens, Bourton on the Water
Home to over 500 birds including Flamingos, Pelicans, Penguins, Cranes and Storks, visitors can enjoy a fun day out at Birdland Park & Gardens with family and friends.
Reg Rag Stow Gallery
Red Rag is one of the leading UK art galleries for Modern British Art, paintings and sculptures. Find the Stow-on-the-Wold gallery at 5-7 Church Street
The Curated Store, Stow on the Wold
The Curated Store is a new design led pop up shop curating a monthly rotation of independent brands
Stow Lodge Hotel, Stow-on-the-Wold
Situated in the heart of the Cotswolds, Stow Lodge Hotel is centrally located in the historic hill top town of Stow-on-the-Wold, overlooking the market square, with its many unique, interesting, shops and galleries.
Stow on the Wold, Gloucestershire
Stow on the Wold stands exposed on a 800 feet high hill on the ancient Roman Fosse Way that leads to the Midlands.
The Old Stocks Inn, Stow on the Wold
Nestled in the heart of Stow-on-the-Wold, The Old Stocks Inn is a beautiful 17th-century coaching inn that really stands out from the crowd.
The Limes Guest House, Stow on the Wold
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Cotswold Clay Club, Northleach
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Cotswold Farm Park, Guiting Power
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The Old Post Office, Adlestrop near Moreton in Marsh
Luxury Bed and Breakfast in the Picturesque Cotswold village of Adlestrop
Adlestrop, Gloucestershire
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Cotswolds Country House, Kingham, Oxfordshire
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Northleach, Gloucestershire
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Bourton House Garden, Bourton on the Hill
An award winning three acre garden surrounding a fine 18th century Manor House.
Batsford Arboretum, near Moreton in Marsh
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The Manor House, Moreton in Marsh
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Chastleton House in Oxfordshire
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Moreton in Marsh, Gloucestershire
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Cotswold Falconry Centre, Moreton in Marsh
Cotswold Falconry was opened in 1988 by Geoff & Naomi Dalton, with the aim of giving people a greater knowledge of birds of prey and an understanding of the ancient art of falconry.