Welcome to Slad

Slad is a small village located in the county of Gloucestershire, England. It is situated in the picturesque Slad Valley, which is known for its stunning natural beauty and rolling hills. The village is surrounded by lush green fields and dense forests, making it an ideal destination for nature lovers and hikers. Slad is also famous for being the birthplace of the renowned author, Laurie Lee, who wrote the classic novel, "Cider with Rosie."

One of the main attractions of Slad is the Laurie Lee Wildlife Way, which is a walking trail that takes visitors through the beautiful countryside that inspired the author's work. The trail is marked with plaques that feature quotes from Lee's books, and it offers stunning views of the surrounding landscape. Visitors can also explore the village itself, which has a charming, old-world feel. There are several traditional pubs and restaurants in Slad, where visitors can enjoy a pint of local ale or a hearty meal.

Overall, Slad is a hidden gem in the heart of Gloucestershire. It offers visitors a chance to escape the hustle and bustle of city life and immerse themselves in the natural beauty of the English countryside. Whether you're a fan of Laurie Lee's work or simply looking for a peaceful retreat, Slad is definitely worth a visit.

Local Schools

School	Details
The Croft Primary School Community School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Rebecca Gore	Churchill Way Painswick Stroud Gloucestershire GL6 6RQ 01452812479 School Website
Uplands Community Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr James Powell	Thompson Road Uplands Stroud Gloucestershire GL5 1TE 01453762409 School Website
Sheepscombe Primary School Community School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Victoria Dangerfield	Far End Sheepscombe Stroud Gloucestershire GL6 7RL 01452813852 School Website
Bisley Blue Coat Church Of England Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Miss Jonathan Preston	School Lane Bisley Stroud Gloucestershire GL6 7BE 01452770251 School Website
Stroud Valley Community Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Miss D Sleep	Castle Street Stroud Gloucestershire GL5 2HP 01453764400 School Website
St Martins Centre (St Roses School) Special Post 16 Institution Ages:18-25 Head Teacher Mrs Sheila Talwar	Stratford Lawn Stroud Gloucestershire GL5 4AP 1453763793 School Website
St Rose's Special School Non-Maintained Special School Ages:2-19 Head Teacher Mrs Sheila Talwar	Stratford Lawn Stroud Gloucestershire GL5 4AP 1453763793 School Website
Whiteshill Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Heather Francis	Main Road Whiteshill Stroud Gloucestershire GL6 6AT 01453762949 School Website
The Rosary Catholic Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Rosy Savory	Beeches Green Stroud Gloucestershire GL5 4AB 01453762774 School Website
Callowell Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Linda Johnston	Barrowfield Road Farm Hill Stroud Gloucestershire GL5 4DG 01453762962 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Stroud Station Road, Stroud, Gloucestershire, GL5 3AP 2.24 Miles

Stonehouse Burdett Road, Stonehouse, Gloucestershire, GL10 2JW 4.44 Miles

Gloucester Bruton Way, Gloucester, Gloucestershire, GL1 1DE 7.07 Miles

Cam And Dursley Box Road, Near Cam, Gloucestershire, GL11 5DJ 8.55 Miles

Kemble Windmill Hill, Kemble, Gloucestershire, GL7 6AW 9.37 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Senator Travel 01453 762079 Painswick Slad Farm, Stroud, Gloucestershire, GL6 7QB 0.55 Miles
A La Carte 01452 813268 11 The Croft, Stroud, Gloucestershire, GL6 6QP 1.46 Miles
A Cabs 01453 762003 5 Peghouse Cl, Stroud, Gloucestershire, GL5 1UP 1.47 Miles
Catch A Cab 07717 453349 40 Delmont Gr, Stroud, Gloucestershire, GL5 1UN 1.91 Miles
Bcars Taxi Service 07809 862387 76 Bisley Old Rd, Stroud, Gloucestershire, GL5 1NB 1.94 Miles
Five Star Taxis (Stroud) Ltd 01453 755511 5, Stroud, Gloucestershire, GL5 2AA 2.27 Miles
A And A Taxis 01453 767777 Station Road, Stroud, Gloucestershire, GL5 3AP 2.30 Miles
David Pugh Private Hire And Taxi Services 07967 795096 1 Maple Stroud, Stroud, Gloucestershire, GL5 4DE 2.35 Miles
Cotswold And Stroud Airport Taxis 0845 519 1071 Lower Street, Stroud, Gloucestershire, GL6 6BZ 2.38 Miles
C B Taxis 07973 440749 38 Gannicox Road, Stroud, Gloucestershire, GL5 4EZ 2.44 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
The Vicarage No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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The Vatch No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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Lypiatt Lodge Bisley No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Vicarage Street Painswick No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Painswick Town Hall No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:16:30 Saturday Last Collection:08:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
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Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Hoyland House 01452 812545	Hoyland House, Gyde Road Painswick Stroud Gloucestershire GL6 6RD
Locking Hill Surgery 01453 764222	Locking Hill Surgery Locking Hill Stroud Gloucestershire GL5 1UY
Beeches Green Surgery 01453 763980	Stroud Health Centre Beeches Green Stroud Gloucestershire GL5 4BH
Five Valleys Medical Practice 01453 764696	Stroud Valley F.P Beeches Green H.C Stroud Gloucestershire GL5 4BH
Beeches Green Health Centre - Covid Local Vaccination Service	Beeches Green Stroud Gloucestershire GL5 4BH

Local Stores

Slad Road
16 Slad Road
Stroud
Stroud
Gloucestershire
GL5 1QW
01453 757967
Store Website
1.99 miles

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SPAR - Euro Garages - Tuffley
Euro Garages
Stroud Rd
Tuffley
Gloucester
GL4 0DA
01452 307984
Store Website
5.1 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Lansdown Veterinary Services Ltd
Clockhouse Veterinary Hospital Wallbridge Stroud Gloucestershire GL5 3JD 01453 752555 enquiries@clockhousevets.co.uk Website 2.42 miles
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Animals Treated
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Bowbridge Veterinary Group
Bowbridge Surgery Bowbridge Stroud Gloucestershire GL5 2LA 01453 762350 Website 2.46 miles
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Linnaeus Veterinary Ltd T/A Five Valleys Veterinary Practice
130 Cainscross Road Stroud Gloucestershire GL5 4HN 01453 765304 michaels@aasvets.co.uk Website 2.65 miles
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Waterlane Equine Vets
Fourways Waterlane Oakridge Stroud Gloucestershire GL6 7PH 01452 770 268 waterlaneequine@gmail.com Website 3.61 miles
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Animals Treated
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Bowbridge Veterinary Group
The Conifers 17 Gloucester Road Stonehouse Gloucestershire GL10 2NZ 01453 825796 Website 4.41 miles
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Stroud Mobile Vets
30 Bath Road Stonehouse Gloucestershire GL10 2JA 07736 185493 pablomobilevets@gmail.com Website 4.49 miles

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Local Dog Walks

Edge Valley Of Gloucester
A Walk Through The Woods Along The Side Of A Spur In The Valley Of Gloucester. Established Tracks Available But Always Best To Create Your Own. Cotswold Way Stroud GL6 6PR 2.41 miles

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Painswick Beacon
Beautiful Walk With Stunning Views. You Do Need To Be Mindful Of The Golfers, Who Are Very Tolerant Of The Odd Dog Who Wants To Chase The Ball. Painswick Beacon Painswick 2.69 miles

Location what3words lowest.focus.agree

Rodborough Common
A Short, Circular Dog Walk Around Rodborough Common. It Is Located North Of Minchinhampton Common And Is Notified For Its Biological And Geological Importance. GL5 5BP 3.05 miles In The Cotswold Hills, South Of Stroud And North Of Minchinhampton Common. Just Off The A419 Swindon To Stroud Road.

Haresfield Beacon
There Are Several Routes You Can Take Once At The Beacon. You Can Either Walk Across The Fields To The Viewing Point, This Walk Is Fairly Flat. You Can Also Walk In The Woods Which Has Several Paths To Take Ranging From A Short Easy Pace To A Longer Hilly Path. Haresfield Ln 4.03 miles Head To Haresfield Beacon. Drove Down The Lane And You Will See An Enclosed Gravel Carpal. There Are Several Routes You Can Take

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Selsley Common
Beautiful Walk, Lots Of Different Paths To Take, The Cows Are Hilarious. Selsley Common 4.10 miles Plenty Of Free Parking

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Coaley Peak
A Circular Dog Walk At Coaley Peak Viewpoint, Offering Fantastic Views At The Beginning Of The Walk. The Walk Starts At A Picnic Site, Ideal As A Start Or End-Point To This 3-Mile Walk. GL10 3TP 6.30 miles From Stroud, Take The B4066 Heading South. Go Through Selsley And Remain On The Road Until You See A Brown Road Sign Pointing Right To 'Picnic Area / Viewpoint / Nympsfield Long Barrow'.

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