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Doddington Tea Room, Lincoln, Lincolnshire

Doddington Tea Room

4.5 (712)
£26 to £40
Afternoon Tea
Doddington Hall, Lincoln, Lincolnshire LN6 4RU

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About this restaurant

  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for groups
The award-winning Tea Room at Doddington Hall offers an exquisite Afternoon Tea experience that promises to be a treat for everyone. With an array of options, it's a perfect setting for indulging in a leisurely afternoon with friends or loved ones.

Nestled in the Coach House under the magnificent gaze of the Elizabethan Hall, our romantic Afternoon Tea offers a perfect blend of charm and sophistication. Served on vintage-style china, you’ll savour freshly baked scones with clotted cream and jam, an exquisite selection of Doddington’s signature sweet treats and an array of delicious sandwiches with the option of additional extras and upgrades.

Choose sittings from; 12.00pm, 12.30pm, 2.30pm or 3.00pm.

Please note that your table is available for 1.5 hours from your booking time. We recommend pre-booking online to avoid disappointment. Walk-ins subject to availability.

For private events and larger bookings please email leahbarr@doddingtonhall.com

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    Afternoon Tea
  • Hours of operation
    Wed–Sun 12:00 pm–4:30 pm
  • Phone number
    01522 812508
  • Website
    https://www.doddingtonhall.com/eating-and-shopping/eating/tea-room/
  • Payment options
    Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Tyler Altham-Moss
  • Catering
    For larger groups, we require a deposit payment and a pre-order of your chosen menu. Please inform us of any allergies or dietary needs. For availability or questions, email andrewlowley@doddingtonhall.com or call 01522 812508.
  • Private party facilities
    Carruthers Room: Garden and Hall views from the 1st floor of the Elizabethan Coach House, ideal for celebrations. Available for private hire.Garden room: An intimate ground floor space. Ideal for larger groups, adjacent to the main dining room.Please contact andrewlowley@doddingtonhall.com or call 01522 812508 for availability and bookings.
  • Location
    Doddington Hall, Lincoln, Lincolnshire LN6 4RU
  • Neighborhood
    Lincoln
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, High Tea, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Menu

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What 712 people are saying

Doddington Tea Room reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.2Value

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  • Lincolnshire

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Doddington Tea Room offers a delightful afternoon tea experience in a "beautiful setting" with "amazing food." Guests praise the "friendly and attentive staff" and appreciate the choice between traditional and savoury options. While some found the sandwiches lacking, the overall ambiance and service are widely celebrated.
712 Reviews

  1. Rory

    London1 review

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A great location, excellent service and quality food. Highly recommend a visit.

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  2. Jean

    London4 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on May 25, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    We were shown to our table, given a couple of different menus (one sweet/one savoury) to choose from and were told we would have our table for 1.5 hours! It all felt rather rushed. Tea was served quickly, but with no extra pot of hot water and the food was brought out very quickly indeed. My guess was that the platters were already made up ready to take to the tables, hence the dry sandwiches. The Afternoon tea was the most expensive I have had (£30 pp) and the food was average. The sandwich bread was on the dry side and the cake selection was drab (macaron, beetroot cake!, a madeleine (plain cake), chocolate and lime tart (very nice). The scone with cream and jam was however very good. We were told tea/coffee was unlimited, but weren’t offered a top up.

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  3. Claire

    Hampshire2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 25, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely afternoon tea. It was well organised, with everyone arriving at the same set time. The team working were very friendly and helpful and the food was delicious.
    Doddington Tea RoomResponded 6 days ago
    Thank you for your wonderful five star review. We look forward to welcoming you back to the estate again soon.

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  4. Emma

    Lincolnshire1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 25, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent service, super location. Sandwiches on the small side. Cakes amazing. Scones great. Staff constantly filling tea. Would of liked a musician playing to improve ambience.
    Doddington Tea RoomResponded 6 days ago
    Thank you for taking the time to leave a kind review. We are pleased that you enjoyed the food, service and location. We occasionally host special events where musicians perform during dining to enhance the experience. Thank you for your feedback regarding this. We hope to welcome you back to the estate again soon.

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  5. Diane

    Lincolnshire1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 25, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely attention to detail for our afternoon tea. Great local produce and tasty recipes. Staff were friendly and the venue is stunning
    Doddington Tea RoomResponded 6 days ago
    We appreciate you taking the time to share your positive feedback. We hope to welcome you back to the estate again soon.

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  6. Margaret

    Lincolnshire1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a lovely afternoon tea at Doddington Hall what an amazing find only 30 minutes from home.
    Doddington Tea RoomResponded 6 days ago
    Thank you for your wonderful five star review. We look forward to welcoming you back to the estate again soon.

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  7. Emily

    Lincolnshire1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful place to go. Great to meet friends, celebrations and to enjoy amazing food. A little bit of decadence.
    Doddington Tea RoomResponded 6 days ago
    We appreciate you taking the time to share your positive feedback. We hope to welcome you back to the estate again soon.

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  8. Samantha

    Lincolnshire1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Afternoon tea was lovely food excellent ambiance and setting was great
    Doddington Tea RoomResponded 6 days ago
    Thank you for your kind five star review. We hope to welcome you back to the estate again soon.

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  9. Maria

    Lincolnshire1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a lovely time in the beautiful surroundings at Doddington Hall tearoom. The afternoon tea was delicious, and the staff were friendly
    Doddington Tea RoomResponded 6 days ago
    Thank you for your wonderful five star review. We look forward to welcoming you back to the estate again soon.

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  10. Lisa

    London2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on May 15, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Very generous portions and great service. Tried both the traditional tea and the savoury version.
    Doddington Tea RoomResponded 6 days ago
    Thank you for your positive review. We are glad that you had the opportunity to enjoy both the traditional and savoury Afternoon Teas. We hope to welcome you back to the estate again soon.

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Doddington Tea Room is rated 4.5 stars by 712 OpenTable diners.

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Doddington Hall, Lincoln, Lincolnshire LN6 4RU

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Lincoln
  • Hours of operation
    Wed–Sun 12:00 pm–4:30 pm
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    Afternoon Tea
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Payment options
    Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Tyler Altham-Moss
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, High Tea, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    https://www.doddingtonhall.com/eating-and-shopping/eating/tea-room/
  • Phone number
    01522 812508
  • Catering
    For larger groups, we require a deposit payment and a pre-order of your chosen menu. Please inform us of any allergies or dietary needs. For availability or questions, email andrewlowley@doddingtonhall.com or call 01522 812508.
  • Private party facilities
    Carruthers Room: Garden and Hall views from the 1st floor of the Elizabethan Coach House, ideal for celebrations. Available for private hire.Garden room: An intimate ground floor space. Ideal for larger groups, adjacent to the main dining room.Please contact andrewlowley@doddingtonhall.com or call 01522 812508 for availability and bookings.
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