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Stay at The Dukeries Lodge - Historic Sherwood Retreat
Nestled in the heart of Sherwood Forest, The Dukeries Lodge has been welcoming guests since the 18th century. Our historic inn combines centuries-old charm with modern comforts, offering a cosy pub serving home-cooked meals, live music evenings, and elegantly appointed accommodation. Named after the region's famed ducal estates, including Welbeck Abbey and Clumber Park, we provide a unique gateway to explore Nottinghamshire's rich aristocratic heritage and the legendary tales of Robin Hood. Our commitment to quality is evident in our use of locally sourced ingredients, free high-speed internet access, and convenient amenities like complimentary parking. Guests can choose from standard, superior, and deluxe rooms, each named after historic dukes and designed to immerse visitors in the grandeur of the region's past.Located just 15 minutes from Mansfield and 40 minutes from the Peak District, we offer an ideal base for both leisure and business travellers. Our team takes pride in preserving the building's original features while ensuring modern comforts, including private bathrooms, flat-screen TVs, and tea/coffee facilities in every room. With regular events like Sunday lunches featuring traditional roasts and a prime location near attractions like the Major Oak and Thoresby Hall, we strive to create memorable experiences for every visitor. Our working hours are carefully structured to accommodate guests' needs, with extended bar hours on weekends and seasonal menus celebrating local produce and festive traditions.
Services
Accommodation
Restaurant
Event Hosting
Local Tours
Conference Facilities
Highlights and features
- We offer accommodation in a historic 18th-century building with original features
- Our menus feature locally sourced ingredients from Nottinghamshire producers
- We provide direct access to Sherwood Forest and Robin Hood's Major Oak
- Our deluxe rooms celebrate regional ducal heritage with themed decor
- We maintain extended bar hours seven days a week for guest convenience
Services
Accommodation
Our individually designed rooms preserve original features while offering modern comforts. Choose from standard, superior, and deluxe options named after historic dukes, each featuring private bathrooms, flat-screen TVs, and tea/coffee facilities. The heritage-themed accommodation immerses guests in Nottinghamshire's aristocratic history while providing contemporary convenience.
Restaurant
The Thoresby Dining Room serves locally sourced cuisine in an elegant setting. Our menus showcase traditional British dishes with seasonal variations, including Sunday roasts, children's options, and festive specials. The restaurant's heritage design complements the culinary experience, offering meals from midday until evening seven days a week.
Event Hosting
We host regular events including Sunday lunches with live entertainment and seasonal celebrations. The venue accommodates special occasions with themed menus and historical ambiance. Our event spaces combine period charm with modern facilities for weddings, conferences, and private functions throughout the year.
Local Tours
We provide access to nearby attractions including Sherwood Forest, Robin Hood's Major Oak, and Clumber Park. Guests receive guidance on exploring the region's ducal estates and historical sites. Our location serves as an ideal base for discovering Nottinghamshire's natural beauty and medieval heritage.
Conference Facilities
Historic meeting spaces combine period features with modern amenities for business events. The venue supports conferences, training sessions, and corporate gatherings with catering services and flexible room configurations. Our facilities blend professional functionality with the unique atmosphere of a centuries-old inn.
Questions
What historical significance does The The Dukeries Lodge hold?
Our inn takes its name from the historic 'Dukeries' region, home to grand estates like Welbeck Abbey and Clumber Park. These ducal residences shaped Nottinghamshire's aristocratic heritage, with our deluxe rooms named after the influential families who once inhabited them.
What dining options are available?
We serve locally sourced British cuisine daily in the Thoresby Dining Room. Menus include Sunday roasts, children's options, and seasonal specials. The bar offers lighter bites and drinks from midday until late evening seven days a week.
How can I book accommodation?
Rooms can be booked directly through our website or by phone. We offer standard, superior, and themed deluxe rooms named after historic dukes. Each reservation includes modern amenities within our 18th-century building's original character.
What nearby attractions are accessible?
We're ideally located near Sherwood Forest, Robin Hood's Major Oak, and Clumber Park. The Peak District is a 40-minute drive away, with Thoresby Hall and Sherwood Pines offering additional cultural and outdoor experiences within short proximity.
What are the venue's working hours?
Restaurant service runs daily from 12:00 to 21:00 (until 19:00 Sundays). The bar operates Monday-Friday 12:00-23:00, Saturday-Sunday 12:00-23:00. Breakfast is served weekdays 07:00-10:00 and Sundays 08:00-10:00.
Reviews (4)
Bigdaveflynn
Jan 01, 2022
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The stay was great, nice comfortable accommodation & the freshly cooked breakfast was superb, thanks to John & the staff at The Dukeries Lodge. Will defo stay here again.
Claire Rasche
Dec 24, 2021
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Poor customer service, the bar staff were miserable, in fact even one member of the bar staff rolled her eyes at me. I appreciate we had a large order however it wasn’t complicated so i thought it was a bit rude, she obviously didn’t want to be there. Also, bar had NO vodka? I usually like to support local and help businesses in these trying times, however there were no positives at all. Do not recommend.
Liv Griffin
Dec 24, 2021
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Attended a wedding reception here & the buffet was abysmal. Cannot even bare to think what the bride and groom paid for that buffet. The bride didn’t even get chance to eat, which she clearly needed to, and asked for bread and butter to be turned away. Just from our party we were 5 people down on the buffet and it was still an awful amount for the… everybody else with 5 people less than accounted for. A member of our party was short changed by the bar staff twice, and one member of the bar staff obviously didn’t want to be there which put a dampener on the evening.
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Jamie Green
Dec 24, 2021
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I am incredibly disappointed and dissatisfied. I ordered food for 6 of us, and once it had arrived they brought one wrong meal out. They then came back out to say that the meal we ordered was no longer available, however one of our meals could be shared between two if we were happy with that, to which we replied no. At the point of asking for a refund on one meal and receiving the other, we waited another 15 minutes at which the meal never arrived. Everybody else had finished so we asked to cancel the missing meal, at which they said it was on its way. Not at any point did we receive an apology
