The Doddington Pyramid
The Doddington Pyramid is a 10-metre-high modern folly built from recycled concrete, featuring a walkers’ shelter, owl roost and bat chamber at the end of the estate’s kilometre-long avenue.
A 21st-Century Folly
Built in 2014 and designed by Antony Jarvis, the Doddington Pyramid offers a modern interpretation of the traditional estate folly. Its distinctive form has earned recognition as an innovative addition to Doddington’s historic landscape.
Capturing the Detail
At Frame27, we focused on the Pyramid’s striking geometry, textured surfaces and carefully formed architectural details. Our footage highlights how the structure combines sculpture, shelter and wildlife features within one design.
Landmark on the Avenue
Standing at the end of a 1,000-metre avenue, the Pyramid creates a dramatic focal point along the estate’s western axis. It can be seen from the rear of Doddington Hall, drawing the eye across the gardens and parkland.
Aerial Shots
Captured using our DJI Mini 4 Pro, the aerial footage reveals the Pyramid’s scale, symmetry and relationship with the surrounding landscape. The elevated perspective follows the avenue towards this distinctive estate landmark.
Cared for by Volunteers
The surrounding estate is supported by Wilder Doddington volunteers, who undertake practical conservation work and help keep footpaths clear. Their contribution allows visitors to explore and appreciate the evolving natural landscape.
Recycled Materiality
The ten-metre-high structure was built from recycled concrete, giving it a rugged and characterful appearance. It also contains a walkers’ shelter, owl roost and bat chamber, adding practical and ecological purposes to its sculptural design.
