The Stow and District Civic Society believes in maintaining the 
historic integrity and future vitality of 
Stow-on-the-Wold in the Cotswolds

Who are we?

The Society is dedicated to striving for the continuous improvement of Stow as a wonderful town in which to live, work and relax. Appreciating our past, enjoying the present and pursuing a vision for the future are the fundamentals of our Society, which we have been working on for over 50 years.   

The Society also runs a lively programme of informative and social events and activities, giving you the opportunity to join in and shape our future. 

  If you are a member, you'll find lots of current information here about the Society's activities. If you are a visitor, please feel free to explore the site to find out more about the Society and the rich history of Stow-on-the-Wold.

Registered charity no. 264597

Want to join us?


Membership includes at least 5 talks per year and priority booking for other events organised by the Society throughout the year including 2 outings, Annual Society Lunch, Annual Quiz, Regular update on Local Community Events and Projects


Membership costs £8 for an individual or £14 for a joint membership per annum

If you would like to join the Society please download an application form: 


Download an Application Form

Upcoming Events

Our Next Talk

Friday, 7th June 2024


A Short AGM followed by;


“Beer, Sausages & Marmalade” 

an illustrated talk by

LIZ WOOLLEY


What on earth do these delicacies have to do with Oxford?  Learn about the fascinating relationship between food production, tourism and politics in the city.

Click Here for More Details

Town Walks

Every Sunday (until 29th September 2024)

Our popular guided walks have started again for 2024 and run every Sunday until the end of September.

All walks start from Stocks Green,
Stow Square at 10.30 am.

Walks for groups and societies are
also available at other times by
prior arrangement.

Please contact us by email to book your space(s) using the link above

Click HERE for more Town Walks info

Events & Outings 

Thursday 27th June 2024 

Private visit to Hyde Mill
and The Coronation Meadow,
near Stow-on-the-Wold 

Click Here for More Details

Stow town Square at the turn of the 20th century


Note the Cross House  on the right which was demolished in the 1930s next to the Market Cross which had its protective railings  taken away to make munitions as part of the war effort.
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