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Tuesday 5pm - 9pm Wednesday 12pm - 10pm Thursday 12pm - 10pm Friday 12pm - 10pm Saturday 12pm - 10pm Sunday 12pm - 6pm

The Dovecote Inn

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Public House & Restaurant A warm welcome to The Dovecote Inn at Laxton. A unique country house inn and restaurant in a unique village setting. Fine wines.
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Here at The Dovecote you will find a lovely, traditional village inn, with an excellent reputation throughout Nottinghamshire and beyond, well respected for:

Fine home-cooked food using only the finest local ingredients. An excellent selection of cask ales. An extensive selection of beers, spirits and soft drinks. All served in a warm relaxed atmosphere by friendly attentive staff. Situated in an idyllic location, The Dovecote is at the heart of the unique village of Laxton, famed by its historic medieval strip farming system, and close to Sherwood Forest, traditional home of Robin Hood. Travel from Laxton to the picturesque market towns of Newark on Trent and its famous antique fairs, Retford, or Southwell famed by its magnificent Minster.

02/11/2026

Nothing says autumn comfort quite like our sausage and mash! 🌭🥔✨

Pop down and warm up with us this week!

Book your table on our website or drop us a message.. 📩👇

serving food Wednesday - Sunday

📍 The Dovecote Inn, Laxton
🌐 www.thedovecoteinnlaxton.co.uk

01/11/2026

Thank you to everyone who made last night so much fun! 🎃👻

A special shout out to these two for going all out on their costumes! 🧙‍♀️⚡️

Notice for tonight: since Ian was in the house hosting Rock & Roll Bingo yesterday, there is no Sunday Pub Quiz tonight! 🧠

Keep an eye out.. we’ll share the next quiz date with you shortly! 📲✨

📍 The Dovecote Inn, Laxton

31/10/2026

50% of tickets sold!! Make sure you get yours booked 💖

Looking for a unique night out? 🕯️✨

Supper with the Spirits is coming to The Dovecote Inn on Monday, 16th November! Enjoy a delicious 3-course dinner and an extraordinary demonstration by award-winning medium Rachel Farrow.

🎟️ £49.50 per person (Includes 3-course meal + evening of mediumship)
👥 Only 20 seats available!

Reserve your table on our website today! 👇

https://tables.toasttab.com/dovecote-inn-cross-hill-laxton-newark-nottinghamshire-ng22-0sx/experience/mediumship-night-16th-november?partySize=2&dateTime=2026-11-16T17%3A00%3A00.000+00%3A00&deeplink=true

30/10/2026

Take a look at what a real homely roast looks like when you add all our additional sides to your plate! 🤤🔥

Treat the table to extra cauliflower cheese, braised cabbage, and pigs in blankets served for everyone to share alongside their roasts..

Make sure to book your table on our website, we’re looking super busy this Sunday! 📩👇

📍 The Dovecote Inn, Laxton
🌐 www.thedovecoteinnlaxton.co.uk

30/10/2026

There’s something so atmospheric about The Dovey at night… 🌙

Pop down tomorrow for a spooky evening with us! Got a ghostly Dovey tale to tell? We want to hear it! 👻

🕯️ Dinner by Candlelight: 5 PM – 8:30 PM
🎶 Rock & Roll Bingo: 9 PM

Message us to reserve your table! 📲👇
📍 The Dovecote Inn, Laxton
🌐 www.thedovecoteinnlaxton.co.uk

29/10/2026

Spoiler alert: Fish Friday is still happening! 🎣✨

It hasn't disappeared.. you lot just keep us too busy every Friday to remember to shout about it! 😂💖

Treat yourself this Friday and come join us by the fire.. 2 for £27.00 on Fish & Chips 12-2,5-830

Head to our website to book your table! 👇
📍 The Dovecote Inn, Laxton
🌐 www.thedovecoteinnlaxton.co.uk

28/10/2026

Got your Halloween outfit ready? 🎃🎭✨

Join us this Saturday, 31st October for a spooky night at The Dovey! We've got candlelit dining, special cocktails, and Themed Rock & Roll Bingo starting at 9 PM! 🎸⚡️

👻 Dress to impress.. fancy dress is highly encouraged! 🧛‍♂️

Send us a message to book your table now! 📩👇

27/10/2026

Our £10 Lunch Club has gone down an absolute treat! 🍽️✨

Join us Wednesday to Friday from 12 PM – 2 PM for delicious, cozy light meals at an unbeatable price..

Make sure to book your table on our website or give us a call! 📲👇
📍 The Dovecote Inn, Laxton
🌐 www.thedovecoteinnlaxton.co.uk

25/10/2026

CALLING ALL LOCAL VENDORS & SMALL CRAFTERS! 🎄✨

We’re hosting our Christmas Market on Saturday, 12th December from 3 PM and we want YOU to join us! 🎅🎁

✨ NO STALL FEES! (Just a deposit to secure your table)
🎶 Live music, festive food, outside bar, and a cozy crowd ready to shop local..

A big thank you to The Tyre Shop - Ollerton for supporting & supplying marquees 👏🏻

Whether you make handmade gifts, festive treats, crafts, or artisan goods, or just want to get some orders in for Christmas.. drop us a DM or send us an email to secure your spot! 📩👇

📍 The Dovecote Inn, Laxton
🌐 www.thedovecoteinnlaxton.co.uk

24/10/2026

We’re looking incredibly busy tomorrow... thank you all so much for the love! 💖💖

We still have some availability.. If you’re wanting a table, make sure to book through our website or give us a ring so you don't miss out! 📞✨

⏰ Friendly Reminder: Don't forget that the clocks go back tonight! Enjoy that extra hour in bed, set your watches, and we’ll see you tomorrow for a proper Sunday roast! 🍽️😴🔥

📍 The Dovecote Inn, Laxton
🌐 www.thedovecoteinnlaxton.co.uk

Address

Cross Hill
Laxton
NG220SX

Opening Hours

Tuesday	5pm - 9pm
Wednesday	12pm - 10pm
Thursday	12pm - 10pm
Friday	12pm - 10pm
Saturday	12pm - 10pm
Sunday	12pm - 6pm

Website

http://www.thedovecoteinnlaxton.co.uk/

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