Cowane’s Trust

49 St John Street, Stirling FK8 1ED, Stirling, City Centre & Old Town

Cowane's Trust is a Stirling charity established in 1637, based at the historic Cowane's Hospital on St John Street. It combines the care of this Old Town landmark with charitable support for people facing disadvantage through age, ill health, disability or financial hardship. Its work includes providing housing, particularly special-needs housing, in Stirling. Conservation of the hospital has covered its roof, windows, doors, stonework, harling and limewash, alongside stained glass, lanterns and the familiar statue of John Cowane above the entrance. The Guild Hall and surrounding grounds are also available for events, including ceilidhs, celebrations and private functions. The hall can be divided into reception and formal areas, with access to the terrace, bowling green and parterre gardens. Accessible toilets and baby-changing facilities support venue use, allowing the building to remain part of the city's community life as well as its heritage.