Doddington Hall & Gardens


Doddington Hall stands today in its walled courtyard as it was built in 1600 and has been occupied for over 400 years and is still a family home today. It was built by Robert Smythson, who also designed Longleat and Hardwick Hall. In 1749 the interior was extensively redesigned but the gatehouse and courtyards remain unchanged. The elegant Georgian interior contains a fascinating collection of family portraits, textiles, porcelain and furniture that reflect four centuries of unbroken occupation. Five acres of romantic walled and wild gardens have continuous colour from spring till autumn. Spring bulb displays a speciality. Free audio tours, childrens activities and also award-winning facilities for disabled visitors.

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Doddington Hall & Gardens,
Doddington,
Lincoln,
Lincolnshire
LN6 4RU

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Information on Doddington Hall & Gardens, Doddington, Lincoln

Opening Times: House & Gardens: 4 May to 28 Sep, Sun, Wed & BH Mons 13:00-17:00. Gardens only: 17 Feb to 27 Apr & Easter Mon, Sun only 13:00-17:00. Group bookings welcome at other times.
Admission: House & Gardens: Adult £6.00, Child £3.00, Family £16.00. Gardens: Adult £4.00, Child £2.00.
Location: 5 miles west of Lincoln on the B1190 clearly signposted off the A46 bypass and A57
Facilities: Guided Tours,  Limited Disabled Access,  Sales Point,  Shop,  Cafe,  Refreshments,  Parking Availability
Events 2008: 17 Feb to 27 Apr: Spring Flower Spectacular! Gardens open Easter Sun & Mon 13:00-17:00
23 & 24 Mar: Easter Eggs-Ploration - Hunt for children of all ages
16 Mar & 11 Jun: National Gardens Scheme Open Days, Mar 13:00- 17:00, Jun 12:00-17:00. Proceeds to NGS Royal Horticultural Society Events - Telephone bookings to 0845 6121 253
29-May: Midsummer Magic - Gates open at 16:45
24 Jul & 4 Sep: Tour around Walled Kitchen Garden - 10:00-12:30
12 & 13 Jul: Les Miserables - Performances held on the Croquet Lawn
Last weekend Aug: Lincoln International Chamber Music Festival - concert in the Long Gallery
02-Oct: Great Green Veg: Common Sense Organic Kitchen Gardening
15 Nov to 23 Dec: Christmas at Doddington Please telephone or visit website for more details
Organisation(s): Historic Houses Association