See how Lower Slaughter Cotswolds changed between 1930 and 2024. Drag the slider to compare the historic photograph with the modern view.
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In 1931, Lower Slaughter's small school closed, ending its role in local education. The village's economy shifted towards tourism, with the Old Mill Museum becoming a focal point. This 19th-century mill, with its undershot waterwheel and red brick structure, now houses exhibitions and a café, attracting visitors to the picturesque village. (en.wikipedia.org)
The 20th century saw the rise of the Slaughters Country Inn, a Grade II listed 17th-century house, which became a hotel in the 1960s. The Whitmore family, who had owned the manor since 1611, sold it in 1964. (thedicamillo.com)
In 2011, Copse Hill Road in Lower Slaughter was voted the 'most romantic street in Britain' in a Google Street View award, highlighting the village's enduring charm. (solosophie.com)
Today, Lower Slaughter remains a tranquil village, with its historic buildings and scenic beauty continuing to captivate visitors.
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