Doddington Hall

A confident, symmetrical and unfussy work by the great Elizabethan architect, Robert Smythson, for Thomas Taylor, Registrar to the powerful Bishop of Lincoln. Interiors refurbished in 18th century. Good furniture includes Cromwellian bobbin chairs and the bed from Seaton Delavel slept in by the Duke of Cumberland en route for Culloden (when he weighed 146kg - 23 stone). Interesting English, continental and oriental porcelain, as well as family portraits.

Features: Formal and informal gardens. Wild Garden has succession of spring bulbs and flowering shrubs. Nature trail.

Visitor Opening TimesBack to top

Gardens only: 12 February-1 April & October: Sundays only 11am-4pm. House & Gardens: 8 April-30
September, Wednesdays, Sundays & Bank Holiday Mondays 1pm-5pm (Gardens open 11am).

Please contact the property for up to date opening times

Groups and special visitsBack to top

Doddington Hall has been in the same family for four centuries and is still very much a family home. This Robert Smythson Hall stands today as it was completed in 1600 with its walled gardens, gatehouse and family church. The elegant Georgian interior contains a fascinating collection of paintings, textiles, porcelain and furniture. Surrounded by five acres of romantic gardens to explore. Special visits by prior appointment on non-open days (min 20).

Wedding FacilitiesBack to top

Civil Ceremony and Wedding Reception



Weddings - The Littlehouse is a delightful Elizabethan house converted from an old coachhouse, in the grounds of the magnificent Doddington Hall. It is situated close to the house and opposite the gothic church of St Peter's which is available for weddings or blessings by arrangement with the Rector.

Garden Room seated dinner 30-40 guests or 55 for drinks.

The 'Upper Room' 30 seated and 55 for drinks

Enclosed private rear garden off the Garden Room can accommodate a marquee for 80 people seated for dinner.

For more details please e-mail info@doddingtonhall.com