1717 – Building of New Inn commenced by Lord Cobham to accommodate visitors to Stowe. It heralded the gateway to his spectacular landscaped gardens. 18th century tourists could walk or ride down Bell Gate Drive and could enter the gardens between the two Lake Pavilions and admire the most spectacular view of Lord Cobham’s Palladian mansion. Bell Gate became the official entrance at a later date.

1850s – New Inn closed as a hostelry. Bell Gate continued to be used until the late 19th century. The farmstead and smithy continued and the estate kennels were housed at New Inn for the deer hounds.

2011 – New Inn will once more welcome 21st century visitors to Stowe who will retrace the steps of 18th century tourists along Bell Gate Drive and through Bell Gate, the original entrance to this stunning landscape garden.

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