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24th 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 - 9pm
  • Saturday 8.30am - 9pm
  • 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

Doddington Hall
Directions & Parking

Doddington Hall is situated on the outskirts of Lincoln, just six miles from the centre of the city. We offer complimentary parking in the three car parks across the estate.

Find us
Doddington Hall & Gardens
Main Street, Doddington,
Lincoln, LN6 4RU

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Doddington Hall is five miles West of Lincoln on the B1190. It is signposted from the A46 Newark to Lincoln Road. It is also signposted from the A57 between the A1 and Lincoln.

  • A1 North & South 20 minutes
  • East Midlands Airport 90 minutes
  • Newark 20 minutes
  • Lincoln 15 minutes
  • Nottingham 60 minutes
  • Sheffield 45 minutes

Newark Northgate and Lincoln Central train stations are both around 20 minutes from Doddington by car or taxi. Retford railway station is approximately 40 minutes away.

Direct LNER services from London take around:

  • London to Newark 1 hour 15 minutes
  • London to Lincoln 2 hours

There is no direct bus service to Doddington Hall.

You can travel by bus from Lincoln to Skellingthorpe, then walk to Doddington Hall via the Georgie Twigg Cycle Track (off road, traffic free). The walk takes approximately 30-45 minutes.

The Georgie Twigg Cycle Track connects Doddington Hall to National Cycle Network Route 64, providing an easy off-road cycle route from Lincoln.

The route is fully tarmacked and traffic-free all the way from the city. At Doddington, the track is located on Kennel Lane, directly opposite the Hall.

Electric Vehicle
Chargers

We have five Type 2 (22kW) EV chargers for visitors to use to charge their vehicles whilst visiting the estate. Installed in collaboration with Qwello, the chargers are located in the car park near the Grain Store.

a qwello electric charger at doddington hall
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The exterior view of Shakespeare Cottage at Doddington Hall, with lavender at the forefront

Staying at
Doddington

Set in the heart of the Lincolnshire countryside, our cosy accommodation provides the perfect escape from the fast pace of everyday life.

Frequently
Asked Questions

How far is Doddington Hall from Lincoln?

Doddington Hall is located just six miles west of Lincoln, around a 15-minute drive from the city centre. The estate is easily reached via the B1190 and is signposted from both the A46 and A57.

Is there free parking at Doddington Hall?

Yes. Complimentary parking is available across the estate, including the main Hall car park, the Farm Shop car park and the Grain Store car park. There are also dedicated coach parking spaces for group visits.

Are there electric vehicle charging points?

Yes. Five 22kW Type 2 EV charging points are available in the Grain Store car park, allowing you to charge your vehicle while you explore the estate, enjoy lunch or visit the shops.

Can I get to Doddington Hall by public transport?

You can take the bus from Lincoln to Skellingthorpe, followed by a 30 to 45-minute walk along the Georgie Twigg Track, a fully tarmacked, traffic-free route that leads directly to the estate. 

Can I travel to Doddington Hall by train?

The nearest railway stations are Lincoln Central and Newark Northgate, both around 20 minutes away by taxi. Retford station is approximately 40 minutes away and has convenient connections to Lincoln.

Can I cycle to Doddington Hall?

Absolutely. Doddington Hall is connected to Lincoln by the Georgie Twigg Track, a purpose-built, off-road cycle route that links with National Cycle Network Route 64. Cycle parking is available on the estate.

What is the postcode for Doddington Hall?

If you're travelling by sat nav, use LN6 4RU. You can also use the what3words location ///dripping.custodian.actors to navigate directly to the estate.

Is Doddington Hall easy to reach from Nottingham and Newark?

Yes. Doddington Hall is conveniently located around 20 minutes from Newark, approximately one hour from Nottingham and around 20 minutes from the A1, making it an ideal destination for a day out in Lincolnshire. 

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