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The Slaughters Country Inn Restaurant & Bar, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire
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The Slaughters Country Inn Restaurant & Bar

4.1 (96)
£26 to £40
Contemporary British
The Slaughters Country Inn Lower Slaughter, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire GL54 2HS

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2 people
7:00 PM
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for scenic views
The Slaughters Country Inn offers delicious food, simply prepared, using the finest Cotswold produce. The menu is complemented by a wide selection of local ales, showcasing the best the region has to offer.

Not to be missed is the sharing platter, made up of local cheeses and meats, the day’s selection of breads and The Slaughters Country Inn pickles. Guests can also expect to see dishes on the menu such as Gloucestershire black pudding salad, rustic country terrine and local fish and chips.

Afternoon tea, including home-made scones and sandwiches, can also be enjoyed on the terrace with a glass of Champagne in the summer months or by the fire with a pot of tea when winter draws in.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary British
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Mon–Sat 12:00 pm–5:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Afternoon Tea Mon–Sat 12:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Daily 6:30 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Matt Williams

Experiences

  • Father's Day Sunday Lunch

    £16.00 - £34.50 per person

    Jun 15, 2025 only
    Celebrate Father's Day on our sun-drenched terrace with a delectable two or three-course Sunday Lunch. Enjoy a curated menu while honouring the father figures in your life. Gather with loved ones to toast and create cherished memories in a beautiful setting.
    Father's Day Sunday Lunch Photo
  • Christmas Day Lunch

    £100.00 per person

    Dec 25, 2025 only
    Delight in tradition this Christmas with a five-course menu designed to warm the soul, paired with a glass of Nyetimber English sparkling wine to raise a toast to the season and celebrate with loved ones.
    Christmas Day Lunch Photo
  • Festive Afternoon Tea

    £32.00 per person

    Nov 24, 2025 - Dec 23, 2025
    Savour a time-honoured tradition of delicate finger sandwiches, warm scones, and an array of festive cakes and pastries, shared among friends and family. With every sip of fine tea or freshly brewed coffee, it’s an invitation to slow down, share stories, and embrace the magic of the season.
    Festive Afternoon Tea Photo

What 96 people are saying

The Slaughters Country Inn Restaurant & Bar reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.1
4.1 based on recent ratings
  • 4.1Food
  • 4.1Service
  • 4.1Ambience
  • 3.8Value

NoiseEnergetic

Loved For

  • Gloucestershire/Wiltshire

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Gloucestershire/Wiltshire

    Great for scenic views

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Slaughters Country Inn offers a quintessential Cotswolds experience, featuring "exceptional food" and "amazing" staff. Guests praise the beautiful setting and friendly service, with highlights including the "delicious" sharing platter and "outstanding" soufflé dessert. While service can be slow during busy periods, the charming atmosphere and attentive staff make it a highly recommended destination.

96 Reviews
  1. Carol

    Gloucestershire1 review

    1.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    Have to say that the best thing about our experience on the day was the companions we were with and the parking. A very busy day in the village should probably not be a surprise for the management team when planning rotas. The level of service and standard of food that we received was extremely poor. Being desperately understaffed is obviously not the fault of the staff that were there who were doing there best but being reprimanded for asking where our drinks and the missing meal were probably didn't help improve our sinking opinion. I could go on but that would be boring and the point has been made.

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  2. Jenny

    Canberra3 reviews

    1.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    Unfortunately this evenings meal was not as we hoped and fell short in many ways. The outside of the building is superb set in lovely gardens but once inside the decor set the tone and the dining room was dark and opened late. We felt sorry for the staff who seemed inexperienced and nervous. We were given the wrong main meal and while not charged we were disappointed with the whole experience. Maybe a revamp of the interior, the crockery and other areas of the whole Inn plus training staff better might be encouraged. Hate to be negative but it truly was a weird experience.

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  3. Zohreh

    London1 review

    3.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    We had booked a table at 5pm. We arrived on time and were informed the kitchen closes 5, and reopen 6:30, so we had to hurry up and order. We had no idea about this. Staff were very stressed, and food was expensive.

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  4. Neil

    Newcastle and Northumberland2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Beautiful location. Parking is difficult Food well presented and reasonably priced. Really enjoyed the experience and the view
    The Slaughters Country Inn Restaurant & BarResponded 3 days ago
    Dear Neil, We are very pleased to hear you enjoyed your time with us recently! I will pass on your compliments to the team and chef who will be delighted. We hope to welcome you back soon, Kind regards Alice

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  5. Dana

    London30 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely staff and food was fabulous - and the grounds are just gorgeous! Only wish is to eat outside! But they didn’t have enough staff for that!

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  6. Jennifer

    Melbourne1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The Slaughters Country Inn is quintessential of the Cotswolds. Charming and beautiful inside and out. The food was exceptional and the staff were amazing.
    The Slaughters Country Inn Restaurant & BarResponded on May 13, 2025
    Dear Jennifer, It's so wonderful to hear you had such a great time with us recently, I will pass on your compliments to the whole team who will be so pleased to hear your feedback! We look forward to welcoming you back and all those who you recommend us too! Kind regards Alice

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  7. Sally

    London2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had a lovely circular walk and lunch at the Slaughters Country Inn. We had booked a table inside but with the fab weather we asked to move outside which was no problem. Service was excellent, friendly and attentive despite being quite a busy place. Food was delicious. Would recommend.
    The Slaughters Country Inn Restaurant & BarResponded on May 5, 2025
    Dear Sally, We are so pleased to hear you enjoyed your visit to us for lunch recently! We hope to welcome you again soon Kind regards Alice

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  8. Jane

    Gloucestershire7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 27, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely meal, great service and usually able to get a table as the restaurant is large

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  9. Sally

    London3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Beautiful Inn in the Cotswolds. Excellent service and food. Very dog friendly too. We had a very enjoyable afternoon with friends in a beautiful setting. Highly recommend.

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  10. Lorna

    Warwickshire3 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on April 20, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    Not my first time but my last, food was cold and very small portions of meat. Service was slow felt like an inconvenience not a guest. No one on desk at arrival no table prepared. Waited 6 minutes for a menu another 10 for or order to be taken. Drinks l lost count. Meal was warm not hot portion of meat were clearly designed for profit overall meal was very disappointing. Service was very poor clearly not staffed properly. Only positive a lady that served the desert was the first time we were treated with the respect a guest deserves.

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Experiences are available.
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The Slaughters Country Inn Lower Slaughter, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire GL54 2HS

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Upper Slaughter
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Mon–Sat 12:00 pm–5:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Afternoon Tea Mon–Sat 12:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Daily 6:30 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary British
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Hotel Parking
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Matt Williams
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, High Tea, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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