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Our Story
Our Past
Our enchanting manor house has a rich and full-bodied history, dating back to around 1730 when it was the private home of the Fairfax Family. It changed ownership many times over the next couple of centuries, being handed down through a combination of families and parish Reverends. Notable owners during this period included Sir William Amcotts-Ingilby, M.P. From one of the richest families in Lincolnshire, he was renowned throughout the land for his jaunty style, wild clothes and idiosyncratic green hat! The suite that bears his name is ours to offer today.
Intriguingly, it was as World War II was raging through Europe that ‘Washy Hall’ would change forever. The manor house became a welcoming home to weary airmen and, after the war ended, it opened as a nursing home. But this still wasn’t to be its final vocation, oh no! Somewhat surprisingly, it was used as a nightclub for a few years before discovering its destiny as one of Lincoln’s best restaurants and (thankfully) a country house hotel.
Our Promise
When we took ownership of Washingborough Hall a few years ago, the hotel was a little run-down, quite rough around the edges, and a bit more shabby than chic. We’ve invested time, money and a lot of love, all to restore its long-lost elegance. Today, it’s so more than just a lovely place to rest your head; it’s a charming hotel with a gorgeous glow, and a warm heart. It’s like a hotel-hug.
Our promise to you is simple but meaningful: When you visit Washingborough Hall, whether it be for a short break, a special event or a scrumptious dinner, we promise that you’ll be well fed, well wined, and very well looked after. Stay the night in one of our twenty individually styled bedrooms and see for yourself.
The love, care and attention that we apply to everything we do will ensure that your visit will exceed all your expectations. For extra reassurance, you may like to read more of what our guests say about us. We have over 1000 completely unbiased reviews (thank you!) and have also won some impressive awards.
Google Review - Morgan Gillon - 20/05/2026We have just had a night for our wedding anniversary and just want to thank ALL the staff for being extremely friendly and accommodating during our stay.The room was stunning and as a dog friendly room had access to a terrace (we didn't expect that!), we were lucky with the weather so we could sit out and enjoy prosecco in the sun.Harper (our greyhound) was made very welcome and we really appreciated that.The food was outstanding too - best chips I've ever had! All in all,... Read more
Maddy Macdonald - Google Review - 10/03/2026Country hotel in beautiful setting. Dog friendly, comfy beds and friendly service, close to Lincoln making it a great base for a weekend away.
The afternoon teas look very good too, we plan to go back to try one in the summer so that we can enjoy the garden.
Alex Ingram - Google Review - 04/02/2026Fantastic stay at Washingborough Hall Hotel, with very helpful and friendly staff. Little details and extras made the stay with our dog hassle free. Evening meals and breakfasts were also high points of the experience. Good wifi throughout, comfy rooms, ample car parking.
Annie Singh - Google Review - 01/08/2025This is a beautiful little family run hotel near Lincoln. The grounds are lovely, the room we had was delightful and also had a little shared courtyard area, we reserved dining in the evening and the meal was delicious as was the breakfast the following day. All the staff were delightful, all said they were happy working for the family and it showed. We would live to stay there again.
221hennypenny - TripAdvisor - 01/10/2025We booked a couple of nights stay at Washingborough Hall. As soon as we arrived we felt comfortable, the staff were professional, efficient and friendly. We had a tasty lunch in the dog friendly lounge. The food was so good, we booked dinner as well. Breakfast was great the next morning, the menu very varied.We had lunch and dinner the second day again…we did not want to go anywhere else to eat...The restaurant team are a winning formula for the hotel, from a guest’s perspective.We are... Read more
Tripadvisor review - 13/10/2024This hotel is in a beautiful setting, with ample parking and very comfortable rooms. The breakfasts are excellent, and the staff are very friendly and welcoming. It is a very charming place.
Tripadvisor review - 20/10/2024All of the staff were professional, friendly and helpful, they really cared and looked as they enjoyed there work. Our room was spotlessly clean with its own outside entrance, large and very comfortable. The food was absolutely delicious and cooked and severed to perfection. It was lovely to see venison wellington on the menu which was exceptional.
Tripadvisor review - 16/04/2024As usual very friendly.. cosy .. fabulous food …
We had 4 friends join us for a meal and a table was set up for us in the room next to the bar .. it was perfect especially as 2 friends are not enjoying good health presently… we thank you for that…
Tripadvisor review - 11/02/2024Stunning small country house hotel, warm and cosy atmosphere, relaxed and friendly staff.
Stayed just one night this time for a big birthday, we were upgraded to a lovely suite which had views over the beautiful garden a huge bedroom and gorgeous bathroom with large victorian freestanding bath, felt rather luxurious . Bed was huge and extremely comfortable we had a great nights sleep.
Tripadvisor review - 29/06/2024We were fortunate enough to attend a party at Washingborough Hall recently, and yet again we were blown away by the beautiful setting and impeccable service. It was a lovely evening and we enjoyed delicious canapés outside before a wonderful meal in the dining room. Nothing was too much trouble for the staff who always had smiles on their faces.
TRIPADVISOR REVIEW - 22/12/2021Lovely place to stay for a family reunion. Very comfortable, very good food and great staff. Very reasonably priced for the quality of the stay. Lovely grounds, a quiet location with a nice walk down by the river. Close to Lincoln and all its tourist attractions.
TRIPADVISOR REVIEW - 08/02/2022My husband & I recently stayed for one night at Washingborough Hall for dinner, bed & breakfast.We stayed in the Ingleby Suite - which is absolutely gorgeous room with lovely views across the front lawns of this hotel. The en suite bathroom is large and has a great roll top bath & walk in shower. Our evening meal was really tasty and used some local produce. Breakfast, again, was really plentiful and served in the cosy bar area as there weren't many guests staying. The staff... Read more
TRIPADVISOR REVIEW - 16/02/2022We booked to stay here for my mums 80th birthday and it was amazing. Fantastic staff and excellent food. The staff were so accommodating and friendly. Couldn't do enough for us. Lovely, relaxing place to stay and ideally situated for further sightseeing adventures.
Tripadvisor Review - 01/08/2021My husband and I are lucky to have time away in beautiful places and I can honestly say Washingborough Hall is the best hotel we have ever stayed in! The staff are a pure delight, nothing is too much trouble and everything is done with such friendliness and style. The food is superb, we ate both evenings in the restaurant and enjoyed great service and a relaxing ambience. Our room was perfect, very clean and well appointed ,with a view over the garden. We enjoyed quiet... Read more
Tripadvisor review - 13/10/2024The staff were all really polite, friendly and helpful - nothing seemed to be too much trouble.
We live in Lincolnshire and didn’t even know this place existed. We were gifted a voucher for our stay here by our children and they couldn’t have chosen better!
Now we just need to find an excuse to visit again!