
Discover more at Stowe
Find out when Stowe is open, how to get here, the things to see and do and more.
Adventures await your family at Stowe Gardens this autumn with lots for children of all ages to discover and acres of space for them to run in and stretch their legs. Leave your worries behind, enjoy the autumnal breeze, and set off hand-in-hand with your children into the magical colours of this vibrant garden.
Here's the information you need at a glance to help plan your day out at Stowe Gardens:
We'd love for you to cycle to Stowe Gardens and you can lock bikes up in the spaces provided in the car park. Small scooters and balance bikes can be taken into the garden but please don't bring bikes with pedals.
Join us on Sunday 17 September 2023 for Heritage Open Day. With free entry to Stowe Gardens, Stowe Parish Church, the Gothic Temple and Stowe House on this day, it's a rare chance to see inside and explore the breadth of some of Stowe's most iconic temples.
You'll also get the chance to see some of our hidden collections from the gardens. Join Rebecca and Adrian in the New Inn Courtyard to learn more from our pop-up archaeology stall.
Something spooky is coming to Stowe Gardens this October Half Term. join us for family-friendly Halloween-themed activities 21-29 October 2023. More details to scare, I mean share, soon!
From 27-29 October we encourage you to browse our wide selection of donated books as we expand our displays at New Inn. Perfect for all your little bookworms!
Re-wild the children at Stowe Gardens by getting outdoors, away from the tech, and tuning into nature. The garden and parkland provide the ultimate backdrop for igniting imaginations. Explore a world of lakes, hidden woods, enormous temples, colourful reflections and twisted trees as you play and have fun on your family adventure.
Here are a few of the things to look out for in the garden:
What do you need to know when visiting the garden?
You'll find plenty of trees at Stowe Gardens. Enjoy the woodland wilderness of the tucked away Lamport Garden, or see if you can find some of our veteran trees across the gardens and parkland.
With plenty of open grassy spaces, don't forget to bring along a blanket for the perfect family picnic. We love settling down between the Lake Pavilions, enjoying a spot of shelter by the Chinese House, or feeling like you're got the gardens to yourself up in the Grecian Valley.
The best place to play this family favourite is at Palladian Bridge.
Make your way through the Elysian Fields and up to the Grotto. Hidden away at the top of the hill, you'll get views down towards Ancient Virtue and the Temple of British Worthies. Call into the roof and hear your voice echo back towards you, look out for wildlife hiding in the rocks, and see if you can brave the dark.
Find out when Stowe is open, how to get here, the things to see and do and more.
Discover the stories behind the paths of vice, virtue and liberty that run throughout Stowe Gardens and the individual beauty and significance of each area.
There’s more to Stowe than the famous Georgian landscape garden. Discover more views and monuments in the 1,000 acres of parkland surrounding Stowe's garden.
Pop into the shop and plant centre for the perfect gift or plant for your garden and enjoy hot or cold drinks and food made fresh at Stowe Gardens every morning.
At the heart of Stowe's garden is Stowe House, which is not owned by the National Trust. Discover how you can visit for refreshments and tours at certain times.
There are lots of things to do when you visit one of our family-friendly places. Find inspiration for days out and discover a range of activities for everyone.
There's always something new for families to see and do in Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire and Berkshire, from the magical landscape at Stowe to den-building at Basildon Park.
Fancy running free in the fresh air, learning new skills and trying new things? Grab your gear and start your adventure.