When my family bought the Hopping Hare in 2006 our aim was to create an escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life somewhere just a bit different. We didn't want it to be stuffy, intimidating or over the top. We set about creating luxurious rooms, a subtle, sophisticated bar with a great selection of quality drinks and a restaurant offering some of the best food to be found in Northampton.
~~~Dine~~~
The quality of our food is really important to us. That's why everything is prepared from the finest ingredients, the freshest produce and the very best meat and fish. Our head chef has hand picked suppliers who support our food ethos and knows where the meat is reared, how the fish is caught and where the vegetables have been grown. We source locally as much as possible. Our Menus are updated regularly offering slowly braised, heart-warming comfort food when it's chilly outside, and lighter, pan-fried dishes with tender fresh vegetable and salads during the summer months. We offer chef specials every day, while Sunday's menu offers you a choice of Great British roasts with all the trimmings. It's always advisable to book to ensure a place in our relaxed conservatory restaurant. Table service is also available in the contemporary dining room with its more casual atmosphere. When the temperatures dip outside, we get the log fires burning to create a warm welcome, while in summer the sun streams through the open doors to reveal a large decked area that's perfect for outdoor days and balmy evenings. The contemporary dining room area is cleverly zoned by interior design to accommodate groups of all sizes. There are perfect spots for business people, backed up by free WiFi throughout the building. You will also find quiet, intimate corners for couples, fireside sofas and seating clusters for small groups as well as semi-formal table arrangements. We provide newspapers every day. Our bar staff know a thing or two about serving the perfect drink for all occasions. A range of super chilled lagers sit happily alongside cask ales - all kept in tip-top condition by our cellar manager. A well balanced wine list includes something for all tastes and is available by the glass or the bottle, and there's an extremely well stocked spirits range. Soft drinks & freshly brewed teas or coffee are available at all times. For very special occasions we stock a range of champagnes.
~~~Accommodation~~~
The ultimate in affordable comfort, style and guest facilities, the luxurious en suite rooms at the Hopping Hare Hotel in Northampton have made us the place of choice for regular business guests during the week, while our weekend 'dine and stay' packages are perfect for a short break. After checking in, head to your room and you'll find a calm, fresh place to unwind with a comfortable bed and bathroom with either dual-head power shower or bath with shower. There's a choice of 19 rooms with single, double or king size beds, and extra provision can be made for families who would like their children to share. There's also a ground floor en suite with a wet room, wider doors, choice of single or king-sized bed configuration, that is well tailored for guests with mobility support needs. If there's something else that will make your stay extra special, champagne, flowers or chocolates can be arranged for your arrival. Again, please discuss your requirements when you book. We're just two miles from Northampton station and the town centre, yet we're close enough to the countryside for most of Northamptonshire's attractions to be within easy reach. Road links are good, and there's plenty of parking.
~~~Celebrations & functions~~~
We've been proud to play a role in organising all sorts of functions and occasions. Celebrating a marriage, marking a milestone birthday, welcoming a new baby after a Christening or naming ceremony, putting the final seal on a business deal, or recognising excellent work results, groups with all kinds of reasons to get together have chosen the Hopping Hare for their important event. We'll find you the perfect spot, whether it's a cosy corner for two or a large spacious area for a bigger group. Parties of up to 30 can have a large table set up that's just right for their needs in the conservatory restaurant area. Bigger groups can have exclusive use of the conservatory by arrangement. We pull out all the stops to help you put together a package to suit your occasion and your budget and we will be delighted to create a bespoke menu just for you if you would like something a little bit different.
