Doddington Hall
Food & Drink
Whether you pop in for a slice of cake or linger a little longer over lunch, dining at Doddington is an experience to savour.
Grain Store Café
Join us downstairs in the Grain Store for breakfast, lunch, coffee and cake. No booking necessary - dogs welcome!
Afternoon Tea
Join us for freshly baked scones, homemade cakes and delicate pâtisseries in our Tea Room.
Grain Store Restaurant & Bar
Enjoy a dining experience to remember in our award-winning restaurant, with views of the Wilder Doddington landscape.
Farm Shop Café
Enjoy fresh homemade food, cooked to order. Pop in for coffee and cake, and you’ll end up staying for lunch.
The Farm Shop
Where our story began. You’ll find locally sourced produce, seasonal ingredients and plenty of delicious treats to take home.
Book a
Delicious meal
Got a celebration coming up? Or just fancy a little treat? You don't need an excuse to join us for a meal - we look forward to welcoming you soon.
Field
to fork
The Kitchen Garden at Doddington provides an abundance of fruit, vegetables, salads and herbs, all of which take centre stage on our menus.
Nose
to tail
For us, nose-to-tail cooking is about more than reducing waste. It’s about inviting people to connect with the story behind their food.
Enjoy a taste
of Doddington
Doddington Gin
Distilled by our friends at The Lincoln Distillery, our Doddington Gin is inspired by botanicals from our Kitchen Garden.
Doddington Honey
The Pont family has been crafting delicious honey on the Doddington Estate for four generations. Following traditional beekeeping methods, they extract the honey without heat and leave it unpasteurised and unfiltered, resulting in a pure, natural product.
From the
Doddington Kitchen
Discover the latest recipes from the Doddington Estate. Created by our talented team of chefs and made using the finest seasonal produce.
Make a
day of it
field to fork
If you're dining at Doddington, allow some time to explore the Kitchen Garden, where many of the fresh ingredients featured on our menus are grown.
Stay the night
Extend your visit with a stay in one of our cottages. No need to worry about the journey home after your meal, and you can join us for breakfast in the morning.
Try an activity
If you're visiting us for food, why not work up an appetite beforehand with a game of padel or a bike ride around the estate?
Frequently
asked questions
Do I need to book a table?
Booking is recommended for the Grain Store restaurant, especially at weekends and during busy periods. Walk-ins are welcome where tables are available.
Booking is essential for Afternoon Tea.
We don't take bookings at the Farm Shop Café and Grain Store Café, which operate on a first come-first served basis.
Are your cafés and restaurant dog friendly?
Well-behaved dogs are welcome downstairs in the Grain Store Café and outside in the courtyard at the Farm Shop Cafè. Dogs are not permitted in our Tea Room or upstairs in the Grain Store restaurant.
Assistance dogs are welcome throughout the estate. Please check before your visit if you're unsure.
Do you serve Sunday lunch?
Ohhh yes. We serve a popular Sunday lunch in the Grain Store Restaurant, and we recommend booking in advance as tables fill up quickly.
We also serve a Sunday roast in the Grain Store Café and Farm Shop Café. Booking is not required for either café.
Can I make a large booking?
Yes, we welcome larger group bookings where availability allows. Please contact our Events Team in advance so we can discuss your requirements and reserve a suitable table or venue.
Do you use local produce?
Absolutely! Our menus celebrate seasonal ingredients, sourced from our own estate as well as our trusted local suppliers. You’ll also find produce from our Kitchen Garden in the Doddington Farm Shop.
Do you cater for dietary requirements?
Of course! Different dietary options are available across our cafés, tearoom and restaurant. If you have allergies or specific dietary requirements, please let a member of the team know before ordering.
Do you serve afternoon tea?
Yes, we serve afternoon tea in our Tea Room. Our menus change seasonally, with everything made in-house by our talented team of chefs. Advance booking is required and we can cater for large parties.
Where can I eat during my visit?
You can enjoy breakfast, lunch, cakes and drinks in the Farm Shop Café and Grain Store Café. If you'd like to book a table ahead of your visit, you'll be seated upstairs in the Grain Store Restaurant, where we also serve our à la carte menu on Friday and Saturday evenings.
If you have booked afternoon tea, you’ll be seated in the Doddington Tea Room, located in the historic Coach House beside the Hall.
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