Are all areas of the attraction accessible by wheelchair?

Yes, all areas are wheelchair accessible. The New Inn visitor centre with welcome area, café, shop and toilets are fully accessible. Some of the restored parlour rooms have limited access for wheelchair users. The gardens are partly accessible: they include uneven and hard gravel paths, steep slopes, and are slightly hilly. Mobility vehicles are available to hire for a minimal donation, call the team to book in advance.

Is Stowe Gardens - National Trust wheelchair friendly?

Yes, Stowe Gardens - National Trust is wheelchair friendly and has accessible toilets. The New Inn visitor centre with welcome area, café, shop and toilets are fully accessible. Some of the restored parlour rooms have limited access for wheelchair users. The gardens are partly accessible: they include uneven and hard gravel paths, steep slopes, and are slightly hilly. Mobility vehicles are available to hire for a minimal donation, call the team to book in advance.

Is Stowe Gardens - National Trust baby friendly?

Yes, there are baby changing facilities. Baby change facilities available at New Inn.

Are all areas of the attraction accessible with a pushchair?

Yes, all areas are pushchair friendly. There are buggy-friendly routes around the garden; they suggest sturdy pushchairs rather than strollers due to the terrain.

Is there a restroom for mothers that are breastfeeding?

Yes, there are breastfeeding rooms available.

Yes, Stowe Gardens - National Trust is dog friendly Dogs welcome on leads.

Do you require dogs to be on a lead at all times?

Yes, dogs must be kept on a lead.

Is there food and drink available to buy?

Yes there is dining and snack options. There is an onsite cafe where you can grab refreshments and food.

Can visitors bring their own food?

Yes, guest are allowed to bring their own food

Are there any restrictions on food that can be brought in?

No, there are no restrictions on food that can be brought in.

Are there picnic areas/designated spaces for eating your own food?

Yes, there are designated areas available for eating.

Yes, there is parking. Free parking onsite

How far is the parking from the attraction?

There is on-site parking available

Can parking spaces be pre-booked or reserved?

No, parking can not be pre-booked or reserved.

Are there accessible spaces for visitors with disabilities?

Yes, there are accessible spaces for visitors with disabilities.

Does your attraction offer private hire, for parties or events?

No, there is no private hire at Stowe Gardens - National Trust.

What are the closest public transport stops or stations to the attraction?

Bicester North and Milton Keynes Central stations are the closest to Stowe Gardens.

Do visitors need to pre-book time slots or tickets to get into the attraction?

No, Stowe Gardens - National Trust had stated that you do not need to pre-book.

Are there toilets available?

Yes, there are toilets available to the public.

Are there baby changing facilities available?

Yes, there are baby changing facilities available

Are there accessible toilets?

Yes, there are accessible toilets available Accessible toilets are available at the New Inn and at the entrance to the garden (including accessible toilet). An additional accessible toilet is located in the corridor outside the cafe.

Stowe Gardens - National Trust

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About Stowe Gardens - National Trust

Stowe is a fantastic family day out in Buckinghamshire, with sweeping landscapes, lakes, winding paths and grand monuments that spark children's imaginations. The vast gardens and parkland offer plenty of space for families to explore, picnic and enjoy the outdoors together.

Families can follow scenic trails, discover hidden temples and bridges, enjoy lakeside walks and take part in seasonal events and family activities throughout the year.

Family trails and seasonal activities
Stowe regularly offers family-friendly trails and seasonal evening include Summer of Play, giving children fun challenges and interactive ways to explore the landscape.
A giant outdoor adventure
With 250 acres of gardens to explore, children can discover hidden woodland, walkes, winding paths, grand temples and monuments. There are plenty of opportunities for hide-and-seek, wildlife spotting, and imaginative play.
Easy, family-friendly facilites
Families benefit from buggy-friendly routes, baby-changing facilites, a café with a childrens menu and high chairs, picnic areas, and plenty of benches for rest stops, making it easy to spend a whole day exploring.

Attraction Details

Opening Times

Monday to Sunday 10:00 - 17:00

During the winter, Stowe Gardens closes at 16:00

Plan Your Visit

Typical visit time 2 - 3 hours

Suitable for Kids and Adults too

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Directions

Stowe Gardens - National Trust

New Inn, Stowe, Buckinghamshire, MK18 5EQ, England

Tel: 01280817156

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On foot

Stowe Gardens is 1½ miles from Buckingham, take a stroll up Stowe Avenue for monumental views to arrive at The New Inn.

By Train

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.

By Bus

Stagecoach X5 bus runs from Oxford to Cambridge and stops in Buckingham town, 1.5 miles from Stowe.

The Arriva X60 bus runs from Aylesbury to Milton Keynes, stopping in Buckingham town, 1.5 miles from Stowe. On arrival at Buckingham High Street, walk uphill and on to West Street, continuing on the A422 until you reach a right turn for Stowe Avenue. Follow the 1.5 mile avenue until you reach the New Inn.

By Bike

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.

Stowe Gardens - National Trust

About Stowe Gardens - National Trust

Family trails and seasonal activities

A giant outdoor adventure

Easy, family-friendly facilites

Attraction Details

Opening Times

Pricing & Tickets

Facilities

Plan Your Visit

FAQs

Directions

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