WOLLATON VILLAGE DOVECOTE MUSEUM
DOVECOTE DRIVE, WOLLATON, NG8 2NB
Updated Jan 2025
In May 1925, Wollaton Hall and its park was sold by auction to Nottingham City Council. Other parts of Wollaton and the surrounding areas were divided into separate lots, marking the end of the Willoughbys' ownership in the area.
In May 2025, Lord Middleton will once again return to Wollaton to open the dovecote and mark the Centenary of the sale. The main theme of displays this year will be life in Wollaton both before and after 1925.
Open days at the dovecote this year are listed below. Opening times are 2.00 - 4.30 with the exception of Sunday 11th May which will commence at 2.15. Admission Free, donations welcome.
Sunday 11th May Grand Opening at 2.15 by Lord Middleton
Sunday 8th June Displays continue
Sunday 13th July Displays continue
Sunday 10th August Displays continue
Sunday 14th September Displays continue
Additional opening dates for local events will be displayed here when known.
"Down a quiet cul-de-sac a short walk from the centre of Wollaton village lies Wollaton's hidden gem, the 16th century Dovecote where you will step into a remarkable building and back into Wollaton history. This is one of the main attractions in Wollaton but remains little known".
*There will be a Guided walk around the Village and Church at 3.15pm.
Displays also include the story of the 508th American Airbourne at Wollaton Park, the Tudor Room, Wollaton Canal, and a recreated Parlour and Scullery circa early 1900s
Also available:
- Details of recent research projects are available for perusal, including.
- Details of those who lived in the Wollaton area who served in the first world war.
- Comprehensive data relating to burials at the St Leonard's Church cemetry and the newer cemetry on Bramcote Lane.
- Many years of the Russell School, with photographs.
- Results of research in the delopment of Parkside.
- Transcriptions of Census records.
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Meeting old friends:
Please note there are no toilets at the dovecote, but facilities are available nearby.
We are pleased to welcome group visits at other times. Enquiries via the Contact page please.
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THE DOVECOTE MUSEUM GARDEN
A holly blue butterfly on one of the holly bushes
The Dovecote Museum garden first received a prestigious Green Flag award in 2019 recognising the achievement of a national standard for parks and green spaces and has continued to do so every year.
The Britain in Bloom It's Your Neighbourhood scheme awarded the garden Level 4 assessment "Thriving".
Admission is free - donations welcome
The museum receives no funding and relies entirely on visitor donations.
Thank you for your support
The Dovecote circa 1950
Individual group visits can also be arranged.