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Members of the Stowe Community wishing to visit the School must make an appointment in advance. To book, please telephone the Old Stoic Office on 01280 818349 (during office hours). If you intend to visit on a Friday, Saturday or Sunday, please call Stowe House Preservation Trust directly on 01280 818006.
Click the button below for opening times and more information
+ As an OS/Former Staff, when can I visit Stowe?
Bookings must be made in advance. The House is open to the public in both term time and School holidays. Please click here to view opening times. Please check the dates on the website before your visit as they can be subject to change. Old Stoics/Former Staff are welcome to join House tours with compliments of the School, with up to three guests
+ If I cannot make these times, do I have to inform anyone of my visit?
Yes. We would prefer you to come during the published times as we can guarantee you seeing as many of the main State Rooms as possible. However, if you cannot make these times, please contact the Old Stoic Office (01280 818349) in advance, we will endeavour to make special arrangements to welcome you.
+ Can I turn up at any time and wander around on my own or with my family?
For safeguarding reasons, we cannot allow anyone to be unaccompanied around the main House, State Rooms and boarding houses at any time. If you would like to see inside the main House, please join a tour (details above) or book in with the OS Office.
+ Can I visit my old boarding house?
Boarding house tours take place on OS Day (held in September each year). During other times of the year, on occasion, it may possible to make special arrangements to view your boarding house. Please contact the OS Office to discuss this possibility.
+ As an OS can I visit the gardens of the National Trust Stowe?
The Gardens are open 7 days a week, 10am – 6pm (10am - 4pm Nov-Feb). The NT allows Old Stoics/Former Staff (and up to 3 guests) to visit the Gardens free of charge during opening hours (www.nationaltrust.org.uk/stowe) and allows picnics in the grounds. Old Stoics can park free of charge at the National Trust Car Park.
+ Is the House fully accessible?
Stowe is fully accessible for those who are less able. Step-free entrances are available from the North and South Front.
When inside the house, a lift can take guests to the State Rooms. Accessible lavatories are available on both floors of the House. The House is fully wheelchair friendly and chairs or mobility scooters can used throughout.
If you have any questions or concerns about your visit or would like to make special arrangements, please email oldstoic@stowe.co.uk
