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Christmas at Stowe

From gingerbread and candy canes to Christmas trees and wreaths, learn more about seasonal traditions from around the world as you embark on a magical Christmas journey through the landscapes of Stowe.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

Begin your adventure at New Inn, where you can discover how Christmas is celebrated around the world. Visit Stowe’s Christmas headquarters, peek into the elves' workshop to see their preparations for the big day, and share your own festive traditions on our community wall. You might even find a new tradition to adopt!

Then step outside and explore the garden this winter with your festive passport in hand. Follow the Christmas trail through Stowe's beautiful landscape, uncovering festive facts and traditions from different countries along the way. Collect stamps and capture memories with fun photo opportunities.

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Prices

Event ticket prices

This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.

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The basics

Accessibility

Plenty of accessible parking. Accessible toilets at New Inn, cafe corridor and entrance to the gardens.

Meeting point

Please use postcode MK18 5EQ for Stowe Gardens car park and head to New Inn.

Suitability for children

Children welcome!

What to bring and wear

Dress for the weather - think woolly hats, gloves, scarves, coats, wellies, layers!

Contact info

National Trust at Stowe

Upcoming events

Specialist Dog Walk for Reactive Dogs (in collaboration with Inspiring Tails) - SOLD OUT 

An organised walk for dogs who struggle around other dogs and need a little extra space.

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on
13 Nov 2026 to 8 Jan 2027
at 14:30 to 16:00+ 1 other date or time

Monthly Dog Walks 

Join us on a paw patrol to explore the gardens at Stowe.

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on
18 Nov 2026 to 15 Dec 2027
at 10:30 to 12:00+ 13 other dates or times

Trust 10K Run 

Join us on the fourth Sunday of the month for our free 10k trail run.

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on
22 Nov to 27 Dec 2026
at 09:00 to 11:00+ 1 other date or time

Santa Paws Community Dog Walk (in collaboration with Tails on the Trails and Inspiring Tails) 

Get into the Christmas spirit with our festive Santa Paws Community Dog Walk, in collaboration with Tails on the Trails and Inspiring Tails.

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on
5 Dec 2026
at 10:30 to 12:00