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The popular village of Bourton-on-the-Water is often referred to as the 'Venice of the Cotswolds'. 

Its low stone bridges over the peaceful River Windrush make a very picturesque scene.  The church of St Lawrence is notable for its domed tower, unique in the Cotswolds. 

The village has many attractions including the Model Village, Birdland - Park and Garden, Bourton Model Railway Exhibition and Toy Shop, Cotswolds Motoring Museum & Toy Collection, Cotswolds Perfumery and Cotswold Pottery. 

Nearby Salmonsbury Meadows have recently been saved as a wildlife reserve and at Salmonsbury Camp an Iron Age site can be traced.

Close to the village are Upper and Lower Slaughter, small villages who derive their unusual name from the old English word 'slough' meaning wetland. The villages are linked by the tiny River Eye, a tributary of the nearby Windrush. 

Upper Slaughter, with its charming cottages and farmhouses, lies on a grassy slope above the stream.  A Norman castle once stood here but the village is dominated by the 15th century gabled Manor House, now a hotel. 

Lower Slaughter lies just off the Roman Fosse Way with its attractive Cotswolds cottages set beside the river.  There are two small bridges over the Eye.  A converted water mill, complete with its original water wheel, has a shop offering traditional crafts.

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Bourton-on-the-Water Tourist Attractions

 
Bourton Model Railway Exhibition and Toy Shop, Box Bush, High Street, Bourton-on-the-Water, GL54 2AN, in a period farmhouse with approximately 500 sq. ft. of some of scenic model railway layout.  Over 40 British and continental trains operate automatically on the 3 main displays of OO/HO and N. Gauge.  Shop with trains, models, accessories and quality toys.  Open: Apr-Sept:11:00-17:00 including Sunday. Oct-Mar (closed January) weekends only. Tel: 01451 820686 Admission Charge
 
Cotswolds Motoring Museum & Toy Collection, The Old Mill, Bourton-on-the-Water,GL54 2BY, this unique museum contains one of the finest collections of motoring memorabilia in Britain.  The most famous exhibit is 'Brum' the little yellow car from the BBC series.  Displays include classic cars, motor cycles, caravans and a collection of metal motoring signs.  Pedal cars and exhibition of toys.  Open: daily early Feb- early Dec 10:00-18:00 Tel: 01451 821255 Admission Charge
 
The Model Village, The Old New Inn, Bourton-on-the-Water,GL54 2AF , this 1/9 scale model of the village stands in the garden of a local pub.  Built in traditional Cotswolds stone the model village was opened in 1937 to celebrate the Coronation day of King George VI and Queen Elizabeth. A River Windrush flows under the tiny versions of the village's stone bridges and all the cherry, beech and chestnut trees are in miniature. Open: all year, summer 09:00-17:45, winter 10:00-16:00   Tel: 01451 820467 Admission Charge
 
Cotswold Pottery, Clapton Row, Bourton-on-the-Water, GL54 2DN, this family-run workshop produces a range of hand-made, individual ceramics.  Established in 1973 by potters John and Jude Jelphs, the business uses traditional methods of the old English country potteries creating high-quality ceramics. Showroom with domestic ware, studio pottery and more sculptural work.  Open: all year Mon-Sat 09:30-17:00 Sun 10:30-17:00 Tel: 01451 820173
 
Cotswolds Perfumery, Victoria Street, Bourton-on-the-Water, GL54 2BU, a family business, established in the 1960's, manufacturing perfumes on the premises. The finest estential oils, absolutes and aromatics are gathered from all over the world for use in their products.  Perfume exhibition illustrates the history of perfume and the perfume industry. Perfume Quiz and an audio/visual display with 'smells'. Garden with plants grown exclusively for their fragrance. Factory tours, call for times must be pre-booked. Open: all year, Mon-Sat 9:30-17:00, Sun 10:30-17:00 Tel:01451 820698  Admission Charge - free admission to shop
 
Birdland - Park and Garden,  Rissington Road, Bourton-on-the-Water, GL54 2BN, in 7 acres of gardens, river and woodland, boasts over 500 birds including flamingos, pelicans, penguins, parrots, cranes, hornbills and toucans.Water habitats, over 50 aviaries and tropical, temperate and desert houses. Play areas, picnic areas, the Penguin Café and gift shop.   Open: all year except Christmas Day.  Apr-Oct 10:00-18:00, Nov-Mar 10:00-16:00 Last admission 1 hour before close Tel: 01451 820480  Admission Charge
 

Where To Stay in Bourton-on-the-Water

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Lower Slaughter Manor - A Relais & Chateaux Hotel Lower Slaughter Bourton-on-the-Water GL54 2HP  MAP
Set in 5 acres of beautiful gardens, Lower Slaughter Manor is an elegant 17th-century country house, in the beautiful Cotswolds. This hotel boasts magnificent rooms and an excellent restaurant.

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Lords of the Manor Upper Slaughter Bourton-on-the-Water GL54 2JD  MAP
Our luxurious and elegant hotel is ideally located for exploring the magnificent surrounding countryside. Formerly a 17th Century Rectory, the Lords of the Manor stands within eight acres of secluded gardens and parkland.

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Washbourne Court Hotel Lower Slaughter Bourton-on-the-Water GL54 2HS  MAP
Washbourne Court is a riverside hotel high in the Cotswolds. It offers a refreshing twist on the luxury country-house hotel and serves exceptional, modern, French-style food.

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The Dial House Hotel High Street Bourton-on-the-Water GL54 2AN  MAP
In the heart of the Cotswolds, The Dial House Hotel has warm log fires, an excellent restaurant and comfy bedrooms. The hotel dates back to 1698, and has individually decorated rooms, some with four-poster beds and deep baths.

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Halford House Station Road Bourton-on-the-Water GL54 2AA  MAP
This charming period house is situated in Bourton-on-the-Water, in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Just 1 minutes' walk from Bourton’s High Street and the Model Village, this bed and breakfast offers ample free parking and free Wi-Fi.

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Farncombe Clapton-on-the-Hill near Bourton-on-the-Water GL54 2LG Tel: 0844 847 1200
In a peaceful setting surrounded by countryside this delightful cosy cottage lies in Clapton-on-the-Hill a sleepy village set a spectacular 700ft above sea level. With wonderful walking just yards from the doorstep it adjoins the owners' home sharing...
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Towns near Bourton-on-the-Water To Visit - straight line distance:

Cheltenham Tourist Information (7.31 miles) Pershore Tourist Information (8.97 miles) Gloucester Tourist Information (9.52 miles) Malvern Tourist Information (10.89 miles)

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