Doddington Hall
FUNDING & PARTNERS
The support of our dedicated partners is vital to Doddington's future. From our ambitious rewilding projects to the ongoing conservation of the Hall, their contributions allow us to protect the estate for generations to come.
Working with our partners, we have delivered some incredibly ambitious projects across the estate. From conserving the historic Hall and gardens to advancing nature recovery through Wilder Doddington, every contribution has a lasting and meaningful impact.
We are always keen to collaborate with businesses, organisations and individuals who share our vision for the future. Whether through funding, sponsorship or volunteering, partnering with us is an opportunity to help protect the past, present and future of the estate.
Doddington Estate
PARTNERS
We owe a great thanks to our dedicated Doddington Hall partners, our success would not be possible without their time and help:
Claire Brainerd
DHCC Trustee
“When I first visited Doddington Hall as a tourist in the 1980s, little did I know that I would one day move to Lincolnshire and become so intrinsically involved with the future of this great Elizabethan house and its surrounding land.”
Mary Powell
Tourism Development Manager
“Doddington Hall is a very special place. The plans for Wilder Doddington are really impactful and will make a huge difference to the future of Lincolnshire. A treat to be involved.”
“We are thrilled to work with Doddington. Through Wilder Connections we will be able to connect a much wider range of students with this beautiful location - and build the knowledge and skills needed for a healthy future.”
Emma Tatlow
CEO Active Lincolnshire
“Living close to Doddington Hall, I am a frequent visitor and have seen the business develop and grow over the last decade. I am excited to be involved with the future of Wilder Doddington, something that will bring so many benefits to the environment and to local people.”
Wilder Connections
PARTNERS
Our Wilder Connections project would not exist, if not for the help of the following organisations:
Become a
PARTNER
Support from dedicated partners is vital for the ongoing existence of Doddington Hall. If your organisation is interested in getting involved, we'd love to hear from you.
Get
INVOLVED
We have a wonderful community of volunteers at Doddington Hall. From welcoming visitors to helping care for our rewilding landscape, there are all sorts of opportunities to get involved.
Alongside the support of our regular partners, we have also received funding for a number of significant projects across the estate.
Wilder Connections
The Doddington Hall Conservation Charity has been awarded initial support from The National Lottery Heritage Fund for the Wilder Connections project. Made possible by National Lottery players, the project aims to develop a wide range of programmes that broaden access to nature and deepen engagement with the outdoors.
Through these educational programmes, young people will have the opportunity to gain valuable skills and experience, helping them pursue fulfilling careers in the nature and environmental sectors. This will enable them to take advantage of new opportunities emerging from changes in agriculture and environmental policy.
Development funding of £185,000 has been awarded by The National Lottery Heritage Fund to help progress plans and support a future application for a full National Lottery grant.
Forestry Project
A grant from the Kestevens LEADER Fund helped us invest in forestry equipment, allowing us to produce wood chip more efficiently. This wood chip is used in our biomass boiler to heat 19 buildings across the estate.
LEADER funding forms part of the Rural Development Programme for England, supporting projects that create jobs, encourage business growth and benefit the rural economy. The LEADER grant contributed 40% of the total project cost, with additional funding provided by the European Agricultural Fund for Rural Development.
The Wagon Collection
The Doddington Wagon Shed houses a fascinating collection of English farm wagons. Claire's father, Antony Jarvis, began collecting these unique vehicles in the 1960s, and over the years the collection has grown to become one of regional and national significance.
The purpose-built Wagon Shed was developed on the site of a long-derelict sawmill, with support from the European Agricultural Fund for Rural Development. The building provides a permanent home for the collection, helping to preserve an important part of the country's rural heritage.
Smart Energy
As part of our commitment to sustainability, we have invested in solar PV, replacement freezers and new chiller doors to reduce energy consumption and lower carbon emissions. These improvements are an important step in reducing the estate's environmental impact.
To help fund these energy-saving measures, we received a grant of £14,098 from Smart Energy Greater Lincolnshire.
The £8.5 million Smart Energy programme was part-funded by the European Regional Development Fund, helping small and medium-sized businesses across Greater Lincolnshire invest in energy-efficient technology.
Georgie Twigg Track
The Georgie Twigg Cycle Path provides a safe, traffic-free route between Doddington and the centre of Lincoln, connecting directly with Sustrans National Cycle Route 64.
The project was made possible through investment from Doddington Hall and a grant awarded through the Rural Development Programme for England (RDPE) 2014–2020. Funding was provided by the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) and the European Agricultural Fund for Rural Development.
Tapestry Project
The ground-breaking tapestry conservation project was the first initiative undertaken by the Doddington Hall Conservation Charity. A collaboration between the estate and Lincolnshire County Council, this ambitious project was made possible through support from The National Lottery Heritage Fund.
The project would not have been possible without the support of students and staff from the University of Lincoln's conservation courses and Bishop Grosseteste University's Heritage Education programme.
Conservation
CHARITY
Our aim is to conserve, restore and protect the natural and cultural heritage of Doddington for the long-term benefit of the wider community.
Donating to
DODDINGTON
Donations to the Doddington Hall Conservation Charity allow us to continue protecting and restoring our precious landscape for generations to come.
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