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:
Upcoming Events
Town Walks

Give Us Your Best ShotPhotographic Competition 2025
Stow & District Inaugural Photographic Competition 2024 was a great success!
We are delighted to hold another competition for 2025. Following feedback at the exhibition we have a category just for dogs this year and a new category, Cars. To help fund the project we are most grateful to our local businesses who are sponsoring a category with Cotswold Life our Head Sponsor. We shall also have a peoples choice with votes taken from visitors to the exhibition.