Slough may be best known as the setting of the hit UK television series The Office, which often portrays the location as being the epitome of an industrialised suburb, filled with windowless warehouses and concrete office buildings. The real life Slough, however, is a far cry from the cultural vacuum depicted on TV. Located along the famous Thames river, it features numerous fun activities and multiple attractions that may be of interest to many tourists, and is easily accessible by the Slough Taxi, Bus and Train services.

Explore History at the Slough Museum

The Slough museum is one of the borough’s most popular attractions. The main gallery provides information about Slough and its history, from its role in the clay and brick manufacturing industry to the famous Slough Trading Estate, which has earned its place as a UK business centre. The museum dishes all the dirt on infamous local celebrities, such as the first murderer to be caught by telegraph and the person who discovered Uranus. Special exhibits also feature a variety of displays relevant to the history of Slough and the Thames Valley.

Get Back to Nature at Black Park

Once you are finished at the museum, why not take a Slough Taxi over to Black Park country park for an afternoon stroll and relaxation by the park’s centerpiece lake. With over five hundred acres of woodland, grassland and heathland, Black Park is a nature lover’s dream, with many fun activities to keep park goers busy. The features of Black Park include:

• Tarmac walkways and benches surrounding the lake make it the ideal location for a walk
• The recently refurbished cafe offers a great opportunity for a quick lunch
• The children’s adventure playground is fun for children of all ages
• The Go Ape Tree Top Adventure combines rope ladders, high wire bridges, tunnels and even a zip line

Where to Stay in Slough

Slough is home to all types of accommodations from world class hotels to intimate bed and breakfasts. The Copthorne Hotel Slough-Windsor offers luxurious accommodation at competitive prices. Located only 30 minutes from Heathrow airport, and close to the areas major road networks, this is the perfect jumping off point for exploring Slough as well as other nearby regions and attractions.