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Right by the River Windrush in Bourton-on-the-Water, this riverside café sits at the water's edge with clear views of the river as it flows through the village beneath its distinctive low bridges.
It's a proper spot to settle in with a morning coffee, light lunch, or afternoon tea and scone while watching the day unfold. You'll likely see ducks paddling past and other visitors making their way along the riverside paths.
Bourton-on-the-Water has earned its reputation across the Cotswolds for its waterways and honey-coloured stone buildings, and the café offers a genuine vantage point to experience what makes the village special. It works well as a natural stopping point if you're heading to nearby attractions like the Model Village or Birdland, or simply want to break up a longer walk around the area. The location also serves as a useful base for exploring further afield. You're only a short drive from Stow-on-the-Wold and the Slaughters, so Bourton-on-the-Water makes a convenient central spot for getting around the region.
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