Doddington Hall owner is appointed new High Sheriff of Lincolnshire
An independent non-political Royal appointment
The owner of Doddington Hall in Lincoln has been appointed as the new High Sheriff of Lincolnshire.
Claire Birch, who has lived at Doddington Hall with her husband James since 2006, made her declaration in a small turnover ceremony in the gardens of her home on Sunday, April 18. The declaration was witnessed by The Hon. Mr Justice Hildyard and Claire appointed solicitor Michael Pace as Undersheriff.
The Office of High Sheriff is an independent non-political Royal appointment for a single year. Claire will take over the role from Michael Scott, who has held the title since April last year.