Willington Dovecote and Stables, Bedfordshire

Details

Accessibility

Assistance dogs only.

Floor in the Dovecote is uneven. Access to the first floor of the Stable is by steep staircase only.

https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/essex-bedfordshire-hertfordshire/willington-dovecote-and-stables 

Brief description

"Enjoy the tranquil setting of this outstanding 16th-century stone-built dovecote and stable buildings, which nestles alongside Willington church.

A nesting site for barn owls and kestrels the dovecote is a great spot for bird watching. However, we now try keep pigeons out of the dovecote's 1,500 nesting boxes.  The car park, and grounds are accessible at all times

Please note: The dovecote has open afternoons days on the last Sunday of the month from April to September from 2pm to 5pm. Visits to the Dovecote & Stables are held in conjnunction with the St. Lawrences Church next door, and an opportunity to visit the church is also offered. From 3pm - 4pm on the last Sunday of the month there is an organ recital at the church which visitors are welcome to join, as well as teas/coffees/cake available and toilet facilities."

https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/essex-bedfordshire-hertfordshire/willington-dovecote-and-stables 

Address

Willington, Church End, near Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK44 3PX

Email

2025-

willingtondovecote@nationaltrust.org.uk

Phone

2025-

01480301494

Website

https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/willington-dovecote-and-stables

Directions

By Road:

4 miles east of Bedford, just north of the Sandy road (A603)

Opening Times

Always check with the venue directly for up-to-date information including opening times and admission charges as they may be subject to change

Transport

By Bus:

Busses run from Sandy and Bedford

Amenities