Attraction Information
Get ready for an epic outdoor adventure no matter what the weather on the NEW Umbrella Hide and Seek Trail! Find the multi-coloured and beautifully designed umbrellas hidden around the garden, play your own game of hide and seek, and don’t forget to bring your wellies to make a splash in the puddles.
Escape the stress of city life with a relaxing day exploring 250 acres of gardens and woodland at the stunning National Trust Stowe gardens.
Parents, don't think for a second that you are excluded from all the fun activities on offer... Let loose, run around and play with the kids all day long. With temples, lakes, wildlife and fun activities to discover, you and your little adventurers will have plenty to keep you busy. After all that action, you’re guaranteed a good night’s sleep!
Food & Drink
Fancy a treat? National Trust Stowe offers a lovely, family-friendly café where you can grab some snacks, enjoy a cuppa and maybe even indulge in something sweet. Sounds like a great day out to us!
There are many accessible facilities on offer at Stowe Landscape Garden such as...
- Accessible toilets & baby change facilities
- Induction loops are supported in the café, shop and Bell Gate kiosk.
- The gardens include uneven and hard gravel paths, hoggin and grass pathways, and steep slopes, and are hilly in places.
- Seating is available at regular intervals along the visitor route. Picnic benches are available in the picnic area to the left of the New Inn. Indoor and outdoor seating is available for the café.
- You can hire our single or double mini-crossers or manual wheelchair for free; to book please call or email us. You are welcome to bring your own all-terrain vehicle if you have one.
- Free parking for members and non-members. Plenty of accessible parking is available.
On foot
1½ miles from Buckingham, take a stroll up Stowe Avenue for monumental views to arrive at The New Inn.
There are a number of train stations nearby: Bicester North 9 miles; Milton Keynes Central 14 miles. Taxis are available at all stations. Direct connections from London Marylebone and Euston stations both with only a 50 minute journey.
Stagecoach X5 bus runs from Oxford to Cambridge and stops in Buckingham town, 1.5 miles from Stowe.
1½ miles from Buckingham, take a ride up Stowe Avenue for spectacular views to arrive at The New Inn where you'll find cycle racks located in the middle of the car park on the left next to the visitor path.
3 miles north-west of Buckingham town, just off the A422 Buckingham to Banbury Road. From M40 take exits 9 to 11, from M1 exits 13 or 15a. Stowe is signposted with brown tourist information signs from local routes. Entry to National Trust Stowe Gardens is via Stowe Avenue only. Turn right in front of the Corinthian Arch and approach car park slowly. Check your route before you travel.
- Acres of beautiful gardens
- Regular kids’ events
- Family-friendly cafe
Opening Times
10:00 - 17:00
Seasonal Opening Times
1 January to 5 February & 30 October to 31 December
Garden, cafe, park, Parlour Rooms & book shop: 10:00 - 16:00
Shop 11:00 - 16:00
Garden, cafe, park, Parlour Rooms & book shop: 10:00 - 17:00
Shop 11:00 - 17:00
Garden, cafe, Parlour Rooms, book shop & shop: Closed 24 & 25 December (park open)
Pricing & Tickets
Adult £13, Child £6.50, Under 5s free.
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FAQs
Yes, there is parking onsite.