Doddington Hall to Skellingthorpe Old Wood loop

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Doddington And Whisby

Doddington Hall to Skellingthorpe Old Wood loop

Moderate

4.6

(19)

hikers

Doddington Hall to Skellingthorpe Old Wood loop

02:14

8.67km

40m

Hiking

Embark on the Doddington Hall to Skellingthorpe Old Wood loop, a moderate hike spanning 5.4 miles (8.7 km) with a gentle elevation gain of 132 feet (40 metres), typically completed in about 2 hours and 13 minutes. This route guides you through the ancient Skellingthorpe Old Wood, where mature oak,…

Last updated: April 23, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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147 m

Doddington Hall Farm Shop & Café

Highlight • Cafe

The Farm Shop, situated on the site of Doddington Hall, opened in 2007 and serves quality, seasonal, local Lincolnshire food and drink as well as a selection of gifts. Very …

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285 m

St Peter's Church, Doddington

Highlight • Historical Site

St Peter's is a Grade 2 listed parish Church in Doddington. The building dates back to the 1700s but but the church has a chalice from the 1500s and a 1600s alms basin. It's situated next to Doddington Hall, Lincolnshire.

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6.37 km

Old Wood Archway Entrance

Highlight • Structure

Brilliant woodland trails in this area between Doddington and Skellingthorpe.

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8.50 km

Doddington Hall and Gardens

Highlight • Cafe

Doddington Hall was built between 1593 and 1600. It is said to be haunted 'by a girl who threw herself from the roof whilst being pursued by a lustful squire'. …

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8.67 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

6.95 km

723 m

699 m

312 m

Surfaces

3.01 km