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Christmas at Stowe Gardens

View towards the Gothic Temple and Palladian Bridge with snow on the ground in December at Stowe, Buckinghamshire
View of the Palladian Bridge at Stowe, Buckinghamshire | © National Trust Images/John Millar

In Christmas 2024 we welcomed visitors to Stowe to explore Wish HQ, wander around our wish walk and cosy up with a hot chocolate in the café.

Christmas 2024 has now finished at Stowe Gardens

The below information is for Christmas 2024. Please check back here closer to Christmas 2025 to find out more about what we have in store for the festive period this year.

Christmas at Stowe Gardens

During the festive period in 2024 visitors could marvel at the giant Christmas tree that filled New Inn courtyard, decked with twinkling lights and lovingly decorated by the team at Stowe. Others cosied up in the cafe with festive treats and indulgent hot chocolates, whilst some picked up beautiful gifts for friends and family in the shop. 

A Christmas Wish 

During Christmas 2024 visitors got to see how wishes were sorted at Wish HQ Sorting Office before setting off on a festive adventure around New Inn and the Gardens. 

The South front of Stowe on a sunny day with snow on the ground in winter, Buckinghamshire
The South front of Stowe in winter, Buckinghamshire | © National Trust Images/Rupert Truman

Christmas food and drink

Every year at Christmas you can enjoy festive food and drink in our café from seasonal hot chocolate, spiced beverages, and a range of Christmas sweet treats. 

Christmas shopping at Stowe

Each year we also have all you need for a cosy night curled up by the fire with our wide variety of blankets, and an extensive collection of gifts and decorations. So whether you’re treating someone to a thoughtful gift, or getting yourself a well-deserved treat, pop into our gift shop on your visit. 

Second-hand books

Explore our second-hand bookshop in the Old Dairy and Visitor Centre. Browse through a treasure trove of second-hand books and find that perfect read for your loved ones. All donations help us look after this special place for everyone, for ever.

Family dressed for winter walking between the columns of The Temple of Concord and Victory at Stowe Landscape Gardens, Buckinghamshire.
Visiting The Temple of Concord and Victory at Stowe, Buckinghamshire | © National Trust Images/Rod Edwards
Visitors in the kitchen at Christmas, Petworth, West Sussex

Get into the festive spirit

From wreath-making workshops and carol concerts to winter illuminations, find Christmas days out near you.

Plan your Christmas visit

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