The Hopping Hare

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.

14/08/2024

📣 SAVE THE DATE 📣

The date is tonight!

Feeling quizzical? Fancy a midweek brain exercise? It’s not too late to get a team together and join us for a fantastic cause

Wednesday August 14th , Carol and the team at Manfred Sauer are hosting a quiz night at the Hare.

The charity they are supporting this year is Whizz Kidz - the UK’s leading charity for young wheelchair users

So please, get your trivia head on, come and join us

12/08/2024

Hot off the press!

This Fridays tasting menu 😋

Fancy joining us? Dinner 🍽️

30/07/2024

Friday nights dinner sorted 👍🍾

This weeks taster menu - looking good 😊

23/07/2024

Bookings are coming in for this Fridays tasting menu.

I may be biased but it is looking rather tasty 😋 👀

04/07/2024

It’s not too late to book on to our amazing tasting menu tomorrow! 👀

Here are some lovely photos taken by a customer last week during their tasting menu experience.📸

If you’re wondering what’s on the menu this week - you can find the menu on our website👍🏼https://hoppinghare.com/media/pdf/tasting-menus/tasting-menu-2024-07-05.pdf

04/07/2024

Silverstone F1 weekend! 🏎️

We have the following available

1 x double room & 1 x cosy double room for one night Friday 5th

2 x king size rooms for one night on Sunday 7th

Give us a call on 01604580090 or head to our website www.hoppinghare.com to book

02/07/2024

Date night Friday night?

Why not come to us and treat your taste buds to our tasting menu 😋

26/06/2024

I think we have space for another award what do you think? 🥇 🏆

We would love it if you could vote for us

😘

24/06/2024

Little peek at this week’s tasting menu! 🫣

Who’s joining us?

😋 🍽️ 🍷

19/06/2024

It’s not too late to secure your spot for our tasting menu this Friday 🍽️

17/06/2024

Good afternoon all

In light of our hacking situation over the weekend where so many of you received emails supposedly from us, I would like to update you.

We have been in meetings with our I.T team first thing this morning and our systems are safe, secure, and we are having further security measure implemented.

The advice given is to delete these emails, and if any of you have actually clicked the link in them you are advised to change your password.

We had so many calls and emails from you guys warning us of this so while we were aware early on - it’s great to know how vigilant you all are

If Carlsberg did customers eh 😉 you lot are great

So thanks for the warnings, and while this was out of our control we do apologise for any inconvenience caused

16/06/2024

We now have no access to emails while we are trying to sort out our hacked situation!! Please call us on 01604 580090 while we are trying to sort this out! Sorry for any inconvenience caused!

15/06/2024

Please do not open any emails from [email protected]
We have been hacked, we are trying to sort this but please do not open any emails with a link!!!!!

30/05/2024

Got any friday night plans yet? If not book yourselves in for our taster menu!
Here are some of the images from last weeks gorgeous menu😋

Click the link below to see what our chefs have got in store for you this week!!🍽️
https://hoppinghare.com/media/pdf/tasting-menus/tasting-menu-2024-05-31.pdf

28/05/2024

Are you ready for it? 🍽️

28/05/2024

We thought it was about time we had a small re-vamp, so this weekend we updated our bar chairs and stools!!
Why don’t you pop along and see for yourselves and have a lovely A La Carte dinner, a sandwich at lunchtime or even just for a cheeky cocktail?! 🍽️🍸

26/05/2024

**Bank Holiday**

Sunday roast on a Monday?

We’re game if you are 🧑‍🍳

Food service times on the upcoming bank holidays are midday right through to 8.30pm so whatever plans you have - we can work around you 😋

20/05/2024

On Fridays we are now bringing back our Tasting menu! Our most recent one was very successful and we sold out!
So make sure you don’t miss out on the next one this friday 24th.
With a different menu every week you don’t want to miss out on these incredible dishes.🍽️

02/05/2024

Taster menu for Friday 17th May!

A great chance for you to enjoy 5 courses prepared by our talented chefs in our fresh food 2AA Rosette awarded restaurant

To compliment the fish dish, we are including a glass of Viognier

Get booking and join us for a culinary experience your taste buds will thank you for

01/05/2024

New Taster Menu Drop

It’s here 🙌

Taster menu for Friday 17th May who’s ready for a sneaky peek? 👀

25/04/2024

Our gin night is well and truly under way! We’re all set up and ready to go🥂
We’ll see you all at 6:30 for canapés and cocktails!🍸
We hope you all have a lovely evening with us!

19/04/2024

Our chefs create some incredible dishes that it can be difficult to choose what to have! 🧑‍🍳

Why limit yourself to three courses when you can have five 😃

Every Friday evening starting from 17th May we will be offering a taster menu including a free drink that compliments the menu!

Time to level up your Friday night dinner and make it an experience your taste buds will appreciate 😋

Keep an eye out for the first menu 👀

18/04/2024

Who’s booked for our Warner’s Gin night on the 25th?

Here’s a teaser of our beef fillet dish and the honey bee parfait

We have had incredible feedback on these dishes while trying them out

12/04/2024

Well hasn’t the last couple of days been a welcome turnaround weather wise? ☀️

We have the perfect drink to suit the lovely weather - Cherry Bakewell C**ktail! 🤤 🍒 🍸

Why not join us in our garden for your end of week reset 🪴

09/04/2024

Have you seen our new sandwich menu? 👀 🥪

Here’s a glimpse of two of them

Open Smoked Salmon Sandwich
Cream cheese, pickled cucumber & pesto on tomato bread

Black Treacle Marinated Roast Beef
Cheddar cheese, caramelised onion & gherkins in caramelised onion bread

All sandwiches are served with a choice of skinny fries, chunky chips or soup 🥣 🍟

You know we make our own breads right? 🤩