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22nd July –

This week’s
Opening Times

The Hall
  • Monday Closed
  • Tuesday Closed
  • Wednesday 11am - 4pm*
  • Thursday Closed
  • Friday 11am - 4pm*
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday 11am - 4pm*

* Last entry 3pm

The Gardens
  • Monday Closed
  • Tuesday Closed
  • Wednesday 10am - 4pm*
  • Thursday 10am - 4pm*
  • Friday 10am - 4pm*
  • Saturday 10am - 4pm*
  • Sunday 10am - 4pm*

* Last entry 3pm

Grain Store Restaurant & Bar
  • Monday 8.30am - 5pm
  • Tuesday 8.30am - 5pm
  • Wednesday 8.30am - 5pm
  • Thursday 8.30am - 5pm
  • Friday 8.30am - 5pm
  • Saturday 8.30am - 5pm
  • Sunday 8.30am - 4pm
Grain Store Café
  • Monday 8.30am - 5pm
  • Tuesday 8.30am - 5pm
  • Wednesday 8.30am - 5pm
  • Thursday 8.30am - 5pm
  • Friday 8.30am - 5pm
  • Saturday 8.30am - 5pm
  • Sunday 8.30am - 4pm
Farm Shop Café
  • Monday 9am - 4pm
  • Tuesday 9am - 4pm
  • Wednesday 9am - 4pm
  • Thursday 9am - 4pm
  • Friday 9am - 4pm
  • Saturday 9am - 4pm
  • Sunday 9am - 4pm
The Farm Shop
  • Monday 9am - 5pm
  • Tuesday 9am - 5pm
  • Wednesday 9am - 5pm
  • Thursday 9am - 5pm
  • Friday 9am - 5pm
  • Saturday 9am - 5pm
  • Sunday 10am - 4pm
Doddington at Home
  • Monday 9.30am - 5pm
  • Tuesday 9.30am - 5pm
  • Wednesday 9.30am - 5pm
  • Thursday 9.30am - 5pm
  • Friday 9.30am - 5pm
  • Saturday 9.30am - 5pm
  • Sunday 10am - 4pm
Doddington Country Clothing
  • Monday 9.30am - 5pm
  • Tuesday 9.30am - 5pm
  • Wednesday 9.30am - 5pm
  • Thursday 9.30am - 5pm
  • Friday 9.30am - 5pm
  • Saturday 9.30am - 5pm
  • Sunday 10am - 4pm
Giant Lincoln Bike Shop
  • Monday 8.30am - 5pm
  • Tuesday 8.30am - 5pm
  • Wednesday 8.30am - 5pm
  • Thursday 8.30am - 5pm
  • Friday 8.30am - 5pm
  • Saturday 8.30am - 5pm
  • Sunday 10am - 4pm
Doddington Padel Courts
  • Monday 7am - 10pm
  • Tuesday 7am - 10pm
  • Wednesday 7am - 10pm
  • Thursday 7am - 10pm
  • Friday 7am - 10pm
  • Saturday 7am - 10pm
  • Sunday 7am - 10pm
Estate Walks
  • Monday Dawn til dusk
  • Tuesday Dawn til dusk
  • Wednesday Dawn til dusk
  • Thursday Dawn til dusk
  • Friday Dawn til dusk
  • Saturday Dawn til dusk
  • Sunday Dawn til dusk

Afternoon Tea

Join us for freshly baked scones, homemade cakes and delicate pâtisseries in our Tea Room.


Set in the heart of the Lincolnshire countryside, the Doddington Tea Room offers a truly memorable afternoon tea experience. Located in the historic Coach House, beneath the gaze of the Elizabethan Hall, this is one of the most picturesque tea rooms in Lincolnshire.

Handcrafted in-house, Doddington’s afternoon tea is a celebration of seasonal flavours. Menus change throughout the year, making use of ingredients from the estate’s Kitchen Garden wherever possible.

While the food takes centre stage, the drinks menu features a fantastic range of Stokes hot drinks, with a wide variety of teas and coffees to choose from. There is also the option to indulge further with a glass of fizz or a drink from the bar.

Alongside our traditional Afternoon Tea, we also offer a savoury option for those with less of a sweet tooth. For younger guests, our children’s Afternoon Tea includes a selection of sandwiches, savouries and cakes - designed to make the experience just as special for little ones.

a plate of afternoon cakes at doddington hall
a plate of afternoon cakes at doddington hall
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Prices & Times

  • Adults £30 per person
  • Children £12 per person

To book for a party of 6+, please call 01522 243536. A deposit of £10 per person will be required to secure the booking.

  • Select dates 12pm / 12.30pm / 2.30pm / 3pm

Afternoon Tea is available on select dates throughout the week. Enter your preferred date and start time and we'll find the best option for you.

Afternoon tea is served from Sunday to Tuesday. Tables are available at 12pm, 12.30pm, 2.30pm and 3pm, and are allocated for a maximum of 1.5 hours from the start of your sitting.

When booking, please make sure to include any children in your party and whether you require a highchair. If wheelchair access is required, please let us know in advance so we can prepare for your arrival.

Please notify us of any allergies or dietary requirements in the ‘Special Requests’ section.

The ground floor of the Doddington Tea Room is fully accessible. Due to the historic nature of the building, the Jarvis Room is accessed via stairs only and does not have lift access. If you need assistance, please contact us in advance for alternative arrangements.

The most delicious present of all. Treat someone special to an indulgent experience at Doddington Hall with our afternoon tea gift vouchers. Available to purchase online, with prices starting from £30.

For parties with over six people, please call 01522 243536 to book. A deposit of £10 per person will be required to secure the booking.

To get in touch with our team, or make a booking:

Call: 01522 243546
Email: tearoom@doddingtonhall.com

Afternoon Tea
at Doddington

01
What’s on the menu?

We change our afternoon tea menu seasonally, so there is always something new to try. We cater for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and nut-free dietary requirements - just let us know your needs when you book.

02
A taste of Doddington

From our famous scones to our beautiful cakes, our chefs create everything in-house. We shape our menus around the ingredients available to us in the Kitchen Garden, adding a taste of Doddington to all that we do.

03
Celebrate with us

Celebrate a special occasion with a private booking at the Coach House. Perfect for baby showers, hen parties and anniversaries, you will have exclusive use of your chosen room.

Celebrations
04
The perfect gift

Treat someone you love to an afternoon tea experience with our e-gift vouchers. Available to order online, the lucky recipient can select their preferred date upon booking.

Gift Vouchers
05
Call & Collect

Our award-winning afternoon tea can be pre-ordered to enjoy at home. Delight in the same delicious treats, accompanied with a Belvoir elderflower pressé and Birchall tea. To order call 01522 243536 or email the tea room.

Order now
06
Make a day of it

You can enjoy views of Doddington Hall from the Coach Hosue – so why not venture inside? Enjoy a visit to the Hall before your afternoon tea, or a relaxing walk around the gardens after.

Hall & Gardens
01
What’s on the menu?

We change our afternoon tea menu seasonally, so there is always something new to try. We cater for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and nut-free dietary requirements - just let us know your needs when you book.

02
A taste of Doddington

From our famous scones to our beautiful cakes, our chefs create everything in-house. We shape our menus around the ingredients available to us in the Kitchen Garden, adding a taste of Doddington to all that we do.

03
Celebrate with us

Celebrate a special occasion with a private booking at the Coach House. Perfect for baby showers, hen parties and anniversaries, you will have exclusive use of your chosen room.

Celebrations
04
The perfect gift

Treat someone you love to an afternoon tea experience with our e-gift vouchers. Available to order online, the lucky recipient can select their preferred date upon booking.

Gift Vouchers
05
Call & Collect

Our award-winning afternoon tea can be pre-ordered to enjoy at home. Delight in the same delicious treats, accompanied with a Belvoir elderflower pressé and Birchall tea. To order call 01522 243536 or email the tea room.

Order now
06
Make a day of it

You can enjoy views of Doddington Hall from the Coach Hosue – so why not venture inside? Enjoy a visit to the Hall before your afternoon tea, or a relaxing walk around the gardens after.

Hall & Gardens

We update our afternoon tea menus throughout the year, to represent the best of what the season has to offer.


Our sandwiches combine classic and contemporary flavours, with our creative chefs putting their own spin on tradition. Doddington’s famous scones, however, follow a time-honoured recipe, achieving the perfect balance of crispness and fluffiness. Served with a generous helping of cream and jam, they are a firm favourite with our guests.

No afternoon tea would be complete without a tempting selection of sweet treats, and Doddington’s are simply irresistible. From our seasonal macarons to our indulgent chocolate brownies, everything is made in-house, so there’s a little bit of Doddington in every bite.

We can cater for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and nut-free dietary requirements - just let us know your needs when you book.


Celebrate with
Afternoon Tea

Afternoon Tea is the perfect way to celebrate something special. Whether you are planning a large party or an intimate gathering, we can organise private venue hire, bespoke menus and thoughtful touches to make your celebration truly memorable.

Afternoon tea in the Coach House garden, with Doddington Hall in the background
a hot crossed bun scone at doddington hall tea room

Best Tea Room 2025

Taste of Excellence Awards


Diners' Choice 2025

OpenTable

“The best afternoon tea we’ve all had. Beautifully executed, the food was delicious and no one went home hungry! Tea and coffee flowed throughout, presentation was 1st class and all the staff were delightful and attentive.”

Best Tea Room 2025

Taste of Excellence Awards


Diners' Choice 2025

OpenTable

“Everything was fresh, was of the highest quality and tasted amazing. Staff were friendly and attentive. The whole thing from start to finish was amazing so will definitely be returning.”

Best Tea Room 2025

Taste of Excellence Awards


Diners' Choice 2025

OpenTable

“We celebrated my sister’s baby shower here and I can’t thank the team enough. They set up a lovely space, were so accommodating and looked after us all really well. The afternoon tea was delicious and everyone had a really lovely time.”

Best Tea Room 2025

Taste of Excellence Awards


Diners' Choice 2025

OpenTable

“An absolutely delightful experience! From the moment I walked in, the charming ambiance and cosy atmosphere made me feel right at home. The presentation was stunning, each item was thoughtfully prepared, and the quality was evident in every bite.”

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Frequently
asked questions

Where is the Doddington Tea Room?

Afternoon tea is served in our Tea Room, which is located in the Coach House to the left of Doddington Hall. The entrance to the Tea Room is located just a few yards from the gatehouse of the hall - through the green doors.

Signage around the car park can be found to point you in the right direction, or you can take a look at our Estate Map ahead of your visit.

Do I need to pre-order?

We only request a pre-order when bookings are made for larger groups. To help us prepare for your visit, we do ask that any allergies or dietary requirements are highlighted during the booking process.

Can I extend my gift voucher?

Doddington gift vouchers are valid for a full year from the day of purchase. The expiry date is always the final day of the month noted on your voucher, and cannot be extended.

Can I pay online in advance?

We are unable to accept online payments. All payments for afternoon tea will be taken at the end of your visit. You can pay either cash, card or gift voucher.

Can I book a private event?

Absolutely - we offer private room and venue hire, and can provide afternoon tea for your event.

For any large bookings or celebrations, please call our team on 01522 243536 or drop us an email.

Are dogs allowed in the Tea Room?

Dogs are not allowed in the Tea Room or in the walled garden. Assistant dogs are more than welcome.

Can we share one afternoon tea between two guests?

Our afternoon teas are designed and portioned for one person. If you can’t manage it all, we have takeaway boxes available for you to take your remaining treats home.

Do you cater for different dietaries?

We provide a range of different menus, catering for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and nut-free dietary requirements. We also offer a traditional, savoury and children’s menu as standard.

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