Getting here
52.02172, -0.96409
Visiting this summer
Seasonal nature notes and what to look for now
Visiting this summer
Seasonal nature notes and what to look for now
- 🌞Midsummer — dragonfly and damselfly activity peaks along water edges
- 🐕Dogs welcome — bring water in summer; the site has enough space to find shade on hot days
🌤️ Visiting this summer
- 🌞Midsummer — dragonfly and damselfly activity peaks along water edges
- 🐕Dogs welcome — bring water in summer; the site has enough space to find shade on hot days
Good to know
- £Free to visit — no entry charge
- 🐕Dogs welcome
Best for
Wildlife
Very strong match
Multi-group wildlife — Birds, Mammals, Reptiles; Multi-group wildlife — Birds, Mammals, Reptiles
Bird watching
Very strong match
Birds — Mute Swan, Cormorant, Black-headed Gull +85 more · last seen 2025; Birds — Mute Swan, Cormorant, Black-headed Gull +85 more · last seen 2025
Insect spotting
Good match
Insects — Common Blue Damselfly, caddisflies, Southern Hawker · last seen 2025; Insects — Common Blue Damselfly, caddisflies, Southern Hawker · last seen 2025
Trails nearby
Within roughly 5 km🚶Walking
20 signed routes nearby
Signed route nearby
Walking
The Path of Liberty, StoweWalking route1.8 km
Freedom is hard won, so this is the toughest of the three classic trails. Cobham’s politics are apparent everywhere: the Temple of Concord & Victory celebrates Britain’s triumphant 7yrs War while Lord Cobham’s Pillar shows him as a mighty Roman warrior.
Lakeside walk at Stowe Gardens, StoweWalking route1.9 km
Enjoy a walk around the lakes at Stowe, discovering ornate temples & spotting wildlife. Admire intricate mosaics in the Pebble Alcove & play with echoes inside the Hermitage. Recently upgraded paths allow pushchair & wheelchair access. Some gravel & gates
The Path of the Brave, StoweWalking route5.9 km
Get fit in beautiful surroundings. A 5k run or walk that takes in just about every noteworthy spot at Stowe.
The Path of Contentment, StoweWalking route3 km
Stowe attracts people for all sorts of reasons. Many come here for wellbeing. Walking here, and resting there, induces calm and serenity. Following this path, with recommended picnic and beauty spots, should instill in you a deep sense of ease.
The Path of Virtue, StoweWalking route900 m
🚴Cycling
19 signed routes nearby
Signed route nearby
Cycling
Route 50Cycling route
National Byway (Bernwood Forest Loop)Cycling route
Main RouteCycling route10.7 km
Main RouteCycling route66 m
Main RouteCycling route38 m
Main RouteCycling route42 m
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