What's on at Stowe
You'll find lots on at Stowe to choose from. If you're a family looking to keep little ones busy, we've got everything you need to know on the Fun for families page. If you're searching for a more relaxed day, scroll through the What's on listings to find something that suits your mood.
Family explorers: Summer strolls
Long, lazy summer days are perfect for picnics, games and adventures in the great outdoors. Nature has been a busy bee, filling the gardens with lots of beautiful colour, from every-shade-of-green leaves to beautiful butterflies and wildflowers.
Wed 26 Jun 2019
+ 66 other dates
10:00-17:00
Photography walks
Join Michael and Diana from our partners at Active Bucks for a scenic weekly walk around the garden stopping off on route for the opportunity to take photos.
Thu 27 Jun 2019
14:00-15:30
Move together mindfully – beginners running course
Move together mindfully is a social beginners running group for people who want to look after their mind and body.
Tue 02 Jul 2019
+ 3 other dates
10:00-11:00
Stowe trail run - Gold Swan Events
Whether you have just started running or are an experienced runner, trail running allows you to enjoy the great outdoors. This trail race series is organised by Gold Swan Events with Stowe providing the backdrop.
Fri 05 Jul 2019
19:15-21:00
Taoist Tai Chi – Give it a go
Give Tai Chi a go on this free to join activity taking place in various locations across the gardens throughout the day.
Sat 06 Jul 2019
10:00-17:00
Cancelled - Wildflower walk
As part of National Meadows Day join Ranger Isabel for a walk around Stowe. See how we begin to create a wildflower meadow and how the gardens and park team look after them when they're established.
Sat 06 Jul 2019
10:30-12:00
Creative writing & spoken word workshop - The Grecian Valley
A chance to spend the day being inspired by the landscape and garden at Stowe with professional creative writing and spoken word tutor Dan Simpson, responding to the magic of the Grecian Valley.
Sun 07 Jul 2019
10:00-16:00
Ranger walk
Join the rangers on a vigorous walk through the parkland as they'll talk you through the conservation, wildlife surveying and restoration work that goes into caring for this special place.
Sat 13 Jul 2019
+ 2 other dates
10:30-12:00
Toddler Tuesday: Sleeping Beauty
Due to unforeseen circumstances, July's Toddler Tuesday session has been rescheduled to Tuesday 16 July, 10.30am - 12pm. Join us in the Café for stories, crafts and all-round toddler fun.
Tue 16 Jul 2019
10:30-12:00
Man's Best Friend Monthly Dog Walk
Join the dogs of Stowe on a paw patrol with a different theme and leader each month.
Wed 17 Jul 2019
+ 5 other dates
10:30-12:00
Big butterfly count
Help us monitor our butterfly species by taking part in this nationwide activity - 15 minutes to flutter by.
Fri 19 Jul 2019
+ 23 other dates
10:00-17:00
Secrets of Stowe: The garden time forgot
Take on our summer challenge for fans of mind games and escape rooms. Travel back in time to solve the mysteries of an abandoned garden before it is lost forever. Will Stowe survive in your hands?
Sat 20 Jul 2019
+ 46 other dates
10:00-11:30
+ other times
Wild Wednesdays: drop-in sessions
Join our wild team for outdoors fun in the sun (fingers crossed!) as we go about ticking off as many ‘50 things to do before you’re 11¾’ challenges as we can this summer. Drop in for different nature-based activities each week around the gardens.
Wed 24 Jul 2019
+ 5 other dates
11:00-15:00
Celebrating 30 years - Free open day
Join our party as we celebrate the thirtieth anniversary of National Trust ownership at Stowe. Morris dancers, bell ringers, cake, events at the Gothic Temple and Sevy's archaeology finds with lots of bunting!
Fri 26 Jul 2019
10:00-17:00
Big Camp
Join us for the exciting chance to camp out by the Temple of Friendship for two nights and immerse yourself in the monumental world of Stowe. With night and daytime fun including nature walks, have-a-go activities and fishing.
Wed 31 Jul 2019
+ 2 other dates
12:00-17:00
Photography walks
Join Michael and Diana from our partners at Active Bucks for a scenic weekly walk around the garden stopping off on route for the opportunity to take photos.
Thu 01 Aug 2019
+ 20 other dates
14:00-15:30
Toddler Tuesday: The Snail and the Whale
Drop in to our toddler fun activities and meet other families in the local community themed on Julia Donaldson's book The Snail and the Whale.
Tue 06 Aug 2019
10:30-12:00
Lost Cinema
Watch all time classic films with the magical backdrop of the Eleven Acre Lake in the surroundings of The Temple of Venus for an evening to relax.
Sat 10 Aug 2019
21:15-22:45
Stowe sprint autumn trailthlon
Whether you have just started triathlon or are a more seasoned competitor, this event has been designed for you.
Sun 01 Sep 2019
06:00-10:00
Family explorers: Autumn adventures
As summer green makes way for the spectacular reds, oranges and yellows of autumn, head out into the gardens at Stowe for leaf crunching, tree climbing and conker hunting.
Sun 01 Sep 2019
+ 90 other dates
10:00-17:00
Toddler Tuesday: Badger and the Great Journey
Drop in to our toddler fun activities and meet other families in the local community.
Tue 03 Sep 2019
10:30-12:00
Bat walks
Come along to Stowe for a walk with the rangers and discover the bats that call the temples and trees at Stowe their home.
Wed 11 Sep 2019
+ 1 other date
19:00-21:00
Autumn rambles
Pick up one of the self-led walking maps from our visitor welcome centre to enjoy a ramble around the gardens and park. Discover some of the restoration stories as we celebrate 30 years of caring for this special place and enjoy the autumn colour.
Mon 16 Sep 2019
+ 48 other dates
10:00-17:00
Unlocking history - Gothic Temple open day
A rare chance to see inside the Gothic Temple, usually a holiday cottage for the Landmark Trust.
Sat 21 Sep 2019
+ 1 other date
10:30-16:00
Heritage Open Day
With free entry to the gardens and House today, it's a rare chance to see inside and explore the breadth of some of Stowe's most iconic temples.
Sun 22 Sep 2019
10:00-17:00
Toddler Tuesday: The Very Helpful Hedgehog
Drop in to our toddler fun activities and meet other families in the local community.
Tue 01 Oct 2019
10:30-12:00
Restoration talk: Bringing the Valley to life
Have you ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes to look after the Grecian Valley? Listen to Curator Gillian Mason, Trevor Proudfoot from Cliveden Conservation, Head Gardener Barry Smith and Building Surveyor Fred Markland as they explain...
Wed 02 Oct 2019
17:00-19:00
Spoken word performance: 'Under the Hawthorn'
To celebrate National Poetry Day, listen to Poet-in-Residence Dan Simpson as he reflects upon the pastoralism of the Grecian Valley then and now. Enjoy a relaxed and informal evening where tickets include a drink on arrival and refreshments.
Thu 03 Oct 2019
19:30-22:30
Lecture: Embracing the Pastoral, Anne Halsey - Lady Cobham
Take in the majesty of the State Music Room at Stowe House as Richard Wheeler, National Trust Gardens & Parks Historian shines a spotlight on Anne Halsey, Lady Cobham who embraced the pastoral both in poetry and opera
Fri 04 Oct 2019
18:00-20:00
Apple weekend
A weekend all about apples! Watch apple pressing demonstrations, try fresh juice, find out about different heritage varieties and buy some to take home.
Sat 05 Oct 2019
+ 1 other date
10:00-16:00
Unlocking history - Climb Lord Cobham's Pillar
A rare and exciting chance to view Stowe from a 360 degree position from the top of the historic Cobham's Pillar monument. 140 steps take you up to the viewing point which gives you an inspiring insight into the design and scale of the landscape.
Tue 15 Oct 2019
+ 1 other date
11:00-11:15
+ other times
Stowe’s Haunted Hamlets: Halloween family trail
Bring your bring your brave pants to Stowe this Halloween as we take you on a mystery tour of four haunted hamlets now lost to time. Can you find the clues to solve our creepy challenge and win a prize?
Sat 26 Oct 2019
+ 8 other dates
10:00-16:00
Toddler Tuesday: Pumpkin Soup
Drop in to our toddler fun activities and meet other families in the local community.
Tue 05 Nov 2019
10:30-12:00
Christmas shopping in the Parlour Rooms
Throughout the season you'll find a select group of stallholders in our atmospheric Parlour Rooms selling homemade and traditional products.
Mon 18 Nov 2019
+ 34 other dates
10:00-16:00
Carols in the courtyard
Throughout the festive season, enjoy yuletide cheer in the New Inn courtyard listening to traditional carols and music performed by local musicians whilst you sip on a winter warming drink.
Sat 30 Nov 2019
+ 7 other dates
10:00-16:00
Family explorers: Winter wanders
Challenge your little explorers with our free guide for wild winter wanders and make the most of the sleeping gardens to discover temples, trees and tracks otherwise unseen in the leafy summer months.
Sun 01 Dec 2019
+ 30 other dates
10:00-16:00
Toddler Tuesday: The Gruffalo's Child
Enjoy a relaxed catch up in a cafe with your friends whilst the little ones play with our wooden toys and books on this popular session of The Gruffalo's Child.
Tue 03 Dec 2019
10:30-12:00
