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A mini guide to
Stow-on-the-Wold: tips and FAQs
Local know-how and common questions
Local know-how
Tips for visiting
Coaches use two different places
The town council says coaches drop off outside the police station on the High Street, with a strict 10-minute limit, and park at the Maugersbury Road coach park.
Pay by phone or card
Stow's council parking lot is on Maugersbury Road. Cotswold District Council parking lots take PayByPhone or contactless card payment, not cash.
Check the town council's calendar
The council lists events such as the farmers' market. Fair days (May and October) are reported to close local pubs and shops, so check before traveling.
Ask at the Visitor Information Centre
The council points visitors to stowinfo.co.uk for local information, and publishes a town leaflet with a map.
Look for the yews at St Edward's
Ancient yew trees stand at the church's north porch.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Where is Stow-on-the-Wold?
Stow-on-the-Wold is in the Cotswolds, England. A hilltop market town around a large square where the Royalists surrendered in 1646. Nearby stops and stations include Moreton-in-Marsh station, Pulhams 801.
How long do I need in Stow-on-the-Wold?
A few hours. Allow longer if you plan to eat out or visit several attractions.
What are the highlights?
Highlights include Market Square, Market Cross, The Talbot. See the Things to do page for more.
How do I get there?
Nearby: Moreton-in-Marsh station (GWR trains; Pulhams 801 bus onward); Pulhams 801 (Moreton-in-Marsh, Stow, Bourton and Chipping Norton). The Getting there page links to the official schedules and journey planners.
Where can I eat and drink?
We list 7 places to eat and drink in and around Stow-on-the-Wold, with filters to help you choose.
Where should I stay?
We list 4 hotels and other places to stay nearby. Check availability and prices with each property.
Is Stow-on-the-Wold accessible?
Accessibility varies by street, building and venue. Check each attraction or operator’s access information before you travel.
While you are here
Things to see in Stow-on-the-Wold
A few of the sights in the area. The Things to do page lists them all, with directions and official links.
The Talbot
Grade II listed building of about 1714 on the Square, built as a coaching inn and used as the corn exchange from the 1840s.
Fosse Gallery
Commercial gallery on the Square showing contemporary art.
Stow Baptist Chapel
Grade II listed chapel of 1852 on the site of an earlier meeting house, behind houses on Sheep Street.
The Cotswolds
More areas to explore
Bourton-on-the-Water
Low stone bridges over the River Windrush, with a bird park and a model village
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Burford
A steep medieval High Street running down to the River Windrush
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Cirencester
A Roman town turned wool town, with a museum, a landmark church and an amphitheater
Open the mini guide →Photo credits
- Market Square: Bill Boaden, CC BY-SA 2.0, source
- The Talbot: Rodw, CC BY-SA 4.0, source
- Fosse Gallery: Rodw, CC BY-SA 4.0, source
- Stow Baptist Chapel: Jaggery, CC BY-SA 2.0, source
- Bourton-on-the-Water: Philip Halling, CC BY-SA 2.0, source
- Burford: bongo vongo, CC BY-SA 2.0, source
- Cirencester: Tony Grist, Public domain, source
- Chipping Campden: nick macneill, CC BY-SA 2.0, source
- Broadway: Jeff Gogarty, CC BY-SA 2.0, source
Photos from Wikimedia Commons, used under the licences shown. All photo credits
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