Stowe House

Stowe House dates in parts from 1676. Originally a relatively modest brick mansion, it was then extended by Viscount Cobham and his heirs over a period exceeding 100 years. Many famous architects including Vanbrugh, Kent and Adam were retained by the Temple family. Stowe was a popular aristocratic visiting place, culminating in the visit of Queen Victoria and Prince Albert in 1845. Less than fifty years later, however, the death of the 3rd Duke of Buckingham signalled the end of the family line. The House remained largely unoccupied until being sold at auction in 1921 and the contents dispersed. At the time it seemed likely that the House itself would fall into disrepair, but fortunately the now famous Stowe School was founded and opened in 1923.

In recent times, Stowe House and its grounds have become popular locations for weddings, corporate functions, backdrops for magazine photo shoots and movie sets. We hope you find the information on this site useful, and if you want to find out more or ask about specific events or the availability of Stowe House for your function, please feel free to contact us to find out how we can make your event at Stowe House unforgettable.

Stowe House lies in beautiful countryside between the A421 and the A43, surrounded by the stunning National trust Gardens, and within a short distance of National Rail at Banbury or Milton Keynes.