Join in

Volunteers and staff inspecting an apple tree.

Volunteers and staff inspecting an apple tree.

Join our volunteering team

From working within the gardens, to helping in our new visitor centre, we have a choice of volunteer roles to suit most people.

For a taste of what Stowe can offer you contact our volunteering team on 01280 817156 or email us.

'Meet and greet' volunteer

Friendly volunteers in the visitors reception © National Trust

Join the team at Stowe that welcomes visitors to our beautiful gardens and fantastic new visitor facilities.

Land train operative

Stowe Landscape Gardens © Paul Watson

Our land train will take visitors from New Inn to Bell gate to start their visit to the gardens. We will train you to drive the tractor if you don't already know how.

Catering assistant volunteer

Delicious Victoria Sponge cake with strawberries on top © NTPL/Paul Harris

Join in with our fun team to bake cakes, seasonal stews, and sandwiches. Our tea-room uses local and seasonal produce so you might have your own recipes to try.