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Heritage Open Day 2026

Come see inside the Dovecote & Stables which hosted a Henry VIII visit in the 1540s. The Dovecote appears on the front cover of the book "60 Remarkable Buildings of the National Trust".

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

Willington Dovecote & Stables will be opening free of charge from 2-5pm.

There aren't toilets at the Dovecote & Stables, however the church next door does have toilet facilities.

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This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.

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The basics

Accessibility

The stables has two floors, with the upper floor accessible via a steep staircase. To access the entrances to the Dovecote & Stables visitors will need to go over grass. The toilet in the church is an accessible one.

Meeting point

The car park is situated near the Dovecote with brown signs in the village showing where to go.

Suitability for children

Children are welcome.

Contact info

Willington Dovecote & Stables

Upcoming events

August Open Day 2026 

Come see inside the Dovecote & Stables which hosted a Henry VIII visit in the 1540s. The Dovecote appears on the front cover of the book "60 Remarkable Buildings of the National Trust".

Event summary

on
30 Aug 2026
at 14:00 to 17:00