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Really nice place with terrace next to river. Plenty of seating inside and plenty outside, but on weekends have to book in advance. Free parking, but have to register otherwise will get penalty. Food was nice, we really enjoyed. Recommend

We met up with a large party of friends. Bar staff were on point, keeping everyone supplied. My dish was delightful, my husbands a bit dry. From yhr outside you wouldn't know there is a beautiful setting right by the river with outdoor seating

Nice spot, good service from staff. Reasonable prices. Shame half the menu is unavailable at midday on Wednesdays, due to the fact their key ingredient delivery bizarrely arrives during lunch service on that day

I honestly don't know what people are moaning about. We pulled up on the boat. Free of charge And were greeted with great hospitality. We had the best cider and food was delicious the fish and chips was the best ever fish was nice and thick. Chips were awesome cooked perfectly home made tarter sauce hot. Butter to melt over extra crusty bread. My cheese and chicken leak pie was hand made cooked in an oven skillet pan , beautiful and ate outside before falling asleep on the boat woke up had cappachino and cooked breakfast. Claiton was lovely my cappachino was taken to a sunny table in the garden. Best experience ever.

It’s a real shame because the pub itself has a lovely atmosphere and the front-of-house staff were friendly and attentive. Unfortunately, that’s where the positives end. The food was genuinely awful – tasteless, poorly cooked, and looked like it had been thrown together without any care. It’s clear the kitchen staff couldn’t care less about what they’re serving. And to add insult to injury, the prices are outrageous for what you get. You’re paying restaurant prices for food that wouldn’t pass at a motorway service station. I’ve no idea how they justify the cost when the effort simply isn’t there. Total rip-off. I won’t be back, and I’d strongly advise others to think twice before wasting their money here. PS: Glasses never get collected for hours. And my kids tried to walk on the patio barefoot and I panicked and told them not to after I spotted broken glass on the ground. It's just.... gross here guys.

There were 12 people in our group out for sunday lunch to celebrate 2 of the groups birthdays and we must say the service, food and atmosphere at the Brittania was great. Our waiter Sam was friendly, efficient and a credit to this pub/restaurant. Well done Sam keep up the good work. Thank you for looking after us so well.

The staff are always friendly and more than willing to help. Food does not disappoint. Noise level of other guests and music is very low, so makes for easy conversations. Alex was especially friendly and helpful. Highly recommend.

I am staying at a local hotel and this venue is handy due to location. The staff are friendly and the food has been very good and arrives promptly even when busy. It is highly popular with senior customers and has a generally good feel although the furniture and decor are very tired indeed with most seating heavily stained.

Best meal I've had in ages. Team were run off feet but service was speedy. Food was hot and fresh and they were friendly and smiling. What more could you ask for

We came for Sunday roast, my God the size of the portions were huge, eyes definitely bigger than our belly's. was lovely what we managed to eat 😋 service was great and it's a lovely atmosphere. highly recommend thank you

Breakfast with Easter Bunny was amazing. Staff are all very friendly and the food was delicious. Thank you to Easter Bunny and all staff from Sunday! My daughter loved it

We were staying at the local hotel so booked to come here for dinner . My daughter has several food allergies & the staff were really helpful with checking foods / packaging & allergens to ensure she could have a safe meal . The food came quickly , was hot , generous portions & it was good value for money. There was plenty of choice on the menus & there was plenty of choice of tables inside . It’s got a great park area for the children and outside tables . The staff were really friendly , attentive & helpful . Would definitely recommend and return

I went with friends for an early dinner and as usual with all hungry horse restaurants, the food was great. Only reason a star was dropped was because of the cleanliness, it wasn't busy and their was plenty of staff but our table outside took 2 attempts of me asking someone to come and clean it after the last customers. Food great, drinks cold

The Queen Eleanor is a standard pub and grub establishment and a branch of Hungry Horse pubs and restaurants and a subsidiary of the Greene King pub group. I visited with my family and we were very happy with our experience. It wasn't too busy when we were there at about 3pm on a Wednesday afternoon during half-term. A table had just been cleaned and we were able to sit and choose our food before going to the bar and ordering it although it is possible to order and pay on their app meaning you don't need to leave your table at all which is great for busier times or if you are eating on your own. The food came within a reasonable period of time. It was exactly what we ordered and it was hot and tasty. We were able to make use of some good deals which meant that eating here, even including alcoholic drinks, was for us about the same or even less than going to McDonalds. The staff were friendly and helpful. The toilets were clean and presentable. There is a decent sized carpark. Also there is a children's play area but we didn't use this. All in all it was a good experience and I would happily return if I were in the area again. My only criticisms are minor. When we arrived there were a lot of used lunchtime crockery across tables but that was in the process of being cleared. Also the place looks like it could do with being given a bit of a revamp but in reality that is an unnecessary expense that would have to passed on to the customer.

Stopped by today with my children for some dinner, very friendly and welcoming. Staff lovely and efficient. Ordered drinks and food through the app with no issues. I had the carvery and wow, I can honestly say it’s the best carvery I have ever had. Everything was cooked to perfection, exceptionally good, I really do recommend. The kids portion, chicken nuggets chips and beans was a good size and went down a treat. My daughter went for the mini mixed grill and was also very impressed. In fact it was that good, we tucked straight in without even thinking about taking photos for a review! We will definitely be returning, thank you guys keep up the good work :)

Kaz was an absolute delight. Made us feel so welcome, took our order, nothing was too much. The food was nice and warm, not an overbearing amount of food and so nice to be able to get up and down and grab extra continental bits as we pleased! Everything was cooked perfectly and came out nice and warm. Absolutely recommend breakfast here!

Sharing here so I can hopefully save some people from the same fate as I suffered. BE AWARE the car park is controlled by Euro car parks & you will be fined if you don’t pay for parking. There is apparently a sign at the entrance but I must have missed it. I was with my elderly mother & concentrating on getting her in to the restaurant safely. Food & service are perfectly adequate at this place but it’s an expensive meal out once you add the £100 fine.

Wonderful stay here for the night with my family. Great location, beautiful view and well looked after with the staff. Kaz was a wonderful host over our breakfast, which was spot on. Made sure we all had a great stay. Would recommend this place to all and definitely return in the future. Hopefully next time we will time it for the annual dragon boat race

A lovely stay – once again! This was my second time staying here for business, and just like before, it didn’t disappoint. The atmosphere is so welcoming, the rooms are lovely, and the beds are incredibly comfortable. A special thanks to Kaz and Ray from the breakfast crew for starting each morning off with great service and good vibes – and of course, to crazy Jen for her energy and amazing hospitality. The lake at the back and the surrounding scenery really make this place stand out – peaceful, picturesque, and the perfect way to unwind after a busy day. Can’t wait for the next stay!

Fantastic service, fresh & food hot. Only gripe was the very slow toaster BUT this is something out of the control of the staff. Restaurant is clean & tidy and staff very attentive. Kaz very friendly and knowledgeable. Pub is located next to Billing Aquadrome and so this was very convenient and accessible this week.

Was ok until I was accused by the bar staff of being rude after waiting 25 minutes to be served to order dessert. 3 people were deliberately served before me after only just arriving. Then when finally getting served being told that I was rude for waving a menu at them ( which never actually lifted off the bar). I subsequently told them what I thought of them and walked to my table fuming. The manager then proceeds to tell me to leave. So I insisted on a refund which the manager kindly agreed to. So family meal ruined. Would never return to this place even if they were giving away Michelin star food for free. The bar staff are disgusting abusive arrogant and other things that to be honest should be reported to the police. I have never ever left a review before but this place has provoked a response from a normally chilled and relaxed individual. If you are ever unfortunate enough to frequent this place and encounter problems with the bar staff report it to the manager immediately before they make up a cock and bull story to cover their own inadequacy. The truth is they are abusive amongst many other things.

Travelled from Glasgow Scotland for a course at the equestrian college and found The Brampton hall pub next to our hotel and what a diamond find it was!! 10 outta 10 outta 10 on all levels! Amazing food both night we ate here. Sunday roast was incredible, best we have ever had!! Louise was also a great member of staff, great laugh and looked after us above & beyond. We will most certainly be back again for a Sunday roast! Thank you guys 🍻😍

Quaint pub you could easily drive pass, but don't Lots of outdoor seating and pond Staff work hard to look after you. 4 star for food because my noodle dish was sweet, and the mango desert was OK Good selection of wines and beers.

This was my first visit and I had a lovely breakfast. I had the Smoked Salmon Eggs Royale and my friend had the breakfast sandwich. There was a generous amount of salmon, the sauce was lovely and the poached eggs were perfectly cooked. I really enjoyed it. I also had a pot of tea which gave me about 3 cups worth, and was served with milk, sugar, and a lotus biscoff biscuit. My total bill was £16.30 which I thought was reasonable. My friend's sandwich was huge for the £8 price and she said everything in it was great. Will definitely be back for breakfast and perhaps also to try their main dinner menu

Myself and my brother came for a meal. Weve not been here for many years. What can i say, the food was of a very good quality and high standard (wasnt keen on the spinach, 1st time of having it, would have preferred peas or sweetcorn)The Eton Mess was divine. The staff were friendly and professional. We will definitely be back. Thank you for a great experience

Lovely place, only discovered it last week and been twice, lovely setting, plenty of outside space with lovely lights around , delicious food and evening entertainment was great, staff are friendly and very helpful, definitely one of my new favourite places to meet up with friends

Just recently we have brought friends here twice and can honestly say on both occasions we have had a really good time. Our groups were both 55 years plus, but there were all age groups enjoying a friendly and welcoming atmosphere. The staff were very helpful and knowledgeable greeting you with smiles and eye contact. The food both visits was extremely good, my husband says the lamb was delicious. Portions and variety of menu are good and the prices are reasonable for the standard of food you are getting. We will definitely be visiting again soon.

We have visited the halt for years on occasion and very rarely choose to eat out for a Sunday dinner. Unfortunately the food was just not very nice upon our visit today, we were waiting a very long time and had 2 children in tow, too. The cauliflower cheese came out first before any of the food (roast), 10 minutes later the adult mains arrived and in this time the cauliflower cheese had gone cold and again, we were waiting on the children's food.. when it eventually arrived they'd got the order completely wrong- bringing chicken instead of fish ( we do not eat chicken). Waitress had said we said chicken, none of us eat chicken so this is not possible. The manager offered to take the chicken off and replace it with fish- we are vegetarian so wouldn't want to eat from something that had just had chicken sitting on it. Eventually we all had our food in front of us and tried to start to enjoy the food and my daughter found not one but two hairs on her dinner embedded in the fish fingers. At this point we had quite simply just had enough. £105 later and none of us felt happy with the food. Young waitress seemed lovely and she tried her best but unfortunately got our order wrong. Manager stated she would take the kids meal off of the bill but hadn't informed the staff at the bar so we ended up paying it anyway. I really really hope this is a one off because this is so disappointing to leave feedback like this but unfortunately we wont be returning for food.

This a big place with plenty of seating. There is a area in side where you can watch sport and feels like a pub pub and a food pub if you get my meaning. There is a nice outside area in the sun There is wide choice of food to pick from and a good selection of drinks on the bar The food was nice and plenty of taste The Sunday roast was disappointing a Sunday roast without mashed potatoes or even new potatoes, no cauliflower and no stuffing even tho it's says it comes with it

I have rated 4 stars only because I have had better food when comparing Lumbertubs to other similar establishments. Still a great place to go. Its really one of those go to places. A place you will bound to get a table, seat, dinner, drink and a good place to catch up with friends and family when they drop by without informing you beforehand. Staff are great. There is an app which you can download beforehand so you can what's on offer before you go. Once there enter you table number, order and pay via the app. Some great offers during the week. Enjoy your time there.

Lovely experience. Helped us with my mums cake. Supplying us with boxes to make life easier. Very tasty food and perfect hosts. Smiling and polite.

Went for dinner by myself after work and it was truly so comfortable. Sally working there made sure to ask me how everything is going and made sure I was happy with my food. Sally made me truly comfortable having my dinner there even if I was by myself. Sam helped me out when I needed to change something and was genuine and happy to help. And the drinks were nice made by Luke. The amazing people working there made my experience amazing!!

This is our local pub and I’d recommend it to anyone. The food is always delicious and reasonably priced. If you download the app you can order food and drinks to your table . The staff are friendly and helpful.

They had sold out of everything was looking forward to a nice roast beef dinner to be told they had sold out bearing in mind this was 2pm on a Sunday after noon and wasn't overly busy and we had the last 2 roast turkey dinners they turkey was horrid and dry. And a very long wait this is not the staffs fault this is Management problem . Staff where brilliant. This is my opinion I have no idea what my uncle is going to say. We are coming back in November for my nans birthday party hope the food is better

We went out for a drink and a meal tonight, safe to say we left disappointed… We walked in and weren’t greeted whatsoever, as we hadn’t booked we weren’t sure whether we could just sit at a table. I went to the bar and asked only to receive no help at all. The woman I spoke to was miserable and dismissive, I asked if I could sit anywhere and all she asked me was “for how many” with a disgusted look on her face. No greeting. I explained for two and she said she wasn’t sure because there was a few bookings, that was it. She didn’t double check, she didn’t try and help or even get somebody who could help, and dismissed me and called out to whoever was next behind me. It already wasn’t off to a great start. We then decided to sit outside - cold - as nobody would help us find a table inside. We had ordered on the app and the same woman at the bar served our drinks, and again, was very rude and dismissive, immediately said “ID’s” and nothing else with such an attitude when all we did was smile and try and interact with her in a friendly way, and then left. Honestly, we were appalled at her customer service as it seemed as though she couldn’t have cared less about us, definitely seems like she may be in the wrong line of work as she does not seem to like her job at all, or other people at that. The man with the glasses who served our food however, was absolutely lovely, I had messed up my order on the app by accident and he was very accommodating and lovely about the whole thing even though it was my fault, I can’t fault him whatsoever! The food was really disappointing, I had the mixed grill, ordered my steak to be medium and received it well done and dry, as well as the chicken, it just was not enjoyable whatsoever. It definitely was not worth the trip out and the money, the people there are rude and cold and like I said, should be in another line of work as their attitudes and customer service was absolutely appalling and this business should be ashamed at their staff considering I believe I’ve already seen a few reviews about her yet nothing seems to have changed (all apart from the gentleman that server us, I cannot sing his praises enough!) But overall, waste of time, waste of money, and the pub should be ashamed and disappointed with their staff.

It was a quiet evening when we went to The Trumpet but the food and drinks were wonderful. Would recommend. My husband had the mixed grill, which he really enjoyed, followed by the jam roly poly which he said was delicious. I ordered the katsu chicken curry which was very tasty, followed by the vegan lava cookie which was okay. We ordered the rosemary fries as extra but they didn't taste of rosemary at all, just salty.

I recently visited The Trumpet pub in Northampton and had an amazing experience, thanks to Faith's excellent service. From the moment we arrived, she made us feel right at home with her friendly and welcoming attitude. Faith was incredibly attentive, making sure we had everything we needed without ever feeling rushed. Her knowledge of the menu and drink selections was impressive, and her recommendations were spot on. Faith's professionalism and warm demeanor truly made our visit special. I highly recommend stopping by The Trumpet and experiencing Faith's top-notch service for yourself!

Went there yesterday with my partner. We often go in for lunch etc.Always good service. Food excellent. Staff very welcoming. A special mention to Lois ,,, always a smile and very attentive

Used to frequent and this pub over 30 years ago, returned tonight with the in-laws, I think the empty plates says it all great food lovely staff and good prices. I will be back...

I come to The Trumpet quite regularly and overall really enjoy it. Most of the staff are genuinely lovely — especially the two ladies who usually serve me. They’re always friendly, attentive, and make the experience feel welcoming every time. However, I have to be honest and say that there’s one member of staff who really lets the place down. She comes across as rude and quite ignorant — no smile, no manners, and often rolls her eyes after dropping off drinks to the table, which makes the atmosphere feel awkward. It’s disappointing when the rest of the team are so great. Still, I do enjoy coming here and appreciate the good service I usually receive. Just hoping for a bit more consistency in how customers are treated.

They couldn't have done more for us during this Lions season! Opened early, amazing breakfasts, we ended up bringing 25 on a Saturday morning. Absolutely brilliant landlady and landlord! They've been here 8 years and not leaving- this pub is becoming a hidden gem!

A lovely traditional pub. Staff are very welcoming and friendly and the venue looks nice inside. Food was made well and reasonably priced, as were the drinks. Plenty of parking outside too, including for disabled people.

Wife's choice for her birthday lunch with our daughter's. Absolutely delicious food and the staff were attentive without being overpowering. Refreshingly they don't add a service charge to the bill, so we could add our own tip.

1st time visit for a birthday and was not disappointed. Great food and service in a wonderful setting. Will be back.

Amazing food! Wednesdays are a steak night and always very good discounts on steak. Taste is unreal.

My partner and I went for a meal tonight, first time visiting , and it was probably one of the best meals we’ve had. The food was absolutely amazing and the service was exceptional! I didn’t quite catch the names of people that were waiting on us but the young lad with curly blonde hair was super friendly and lovely. We thought it was excellent how the specials board was bought over and spoke through with us too! Overall we had a brilliant time and would definitely visit again!

I went here on a Saturday lunchtime. There were a number of customers but there was still plenty of space. For lunch I had their New Yorker burger. The pastrami was top notch and it had been cooked to perfection. It came with a side of fries which were a little salty for my taste, but not so much that it detracted from the meal. Waitresses were attentive and polite, making sure our cups were never empty and that we were taken care of. The services were fast and despite the menu being a little pricier than some other Northamptonshire pubs, provided excellent portion sizes that more than made up for it. Facilities were kept clean as well. Absolutely no complaints. Thank you Whyte Melville, I'm sure we'll be back.

Utterly faultless service! Very friendly welcoming staff...nice place to be inside. Had the smoked duck starter, and roast lamb main. The 'slaw' with the duck I felt needed a little love. Pickling the carrots for example. Found I preferred the sauce dotted around the plate rather than the dip. Overall it was pleasant, and I would order it again. Lamb main was tasty! I personally would have liked a little more lamb....but thats me being greedy :) The yorky puds were amazingly huge and very crispy. Fantastic effort! Only one minor fail was an intense taste of cloves on the carrots. I personally found it a little peculiar, and somewhat dominating as a flavour. Overall its a lovely place to go. Would recommend....

Always excellent food and great service. We go regularly and are never disappointed

It's a relaxed place to spend a fun time with friends and family. I liked the variety of beers and cocktails, and the snacks tasted great. I want to come back someday when there's live music or to watch a rugby match on TV. There might be a fun atmosphere.

Bottomless Brunch was epic! Shout out to Tyler, Zak, and Dean for the fantastic hospitality. They kept our rugby team happy.

We have had the best time. And why do you ask? Because the service has been top notch. If you want a boozy brunch where you drinks are served frequently and endlessly, The Mail Coach is the place to be. The food was great. We all ordered burgers!! The drinks ❤️❤️❤️ amazing!!!! Thank you. We’ll be back!!

Honestly, such a great atmosphere and such a good range of drinks and the best range of food.

Had a lovely boozy brunch at the mail coach. Staff were extremely attentive, friendly and fun. Food fab brilliant cocktails, great value for money and definitely will be returning thank you 🥰

Thank goodness there is a new owner and manager. The bar staff here have always been good but the food used to be so bad that I had stopped ordering it. There is a great new menu with plenty of choice and The Beefy Blue Burger I had yesterday was delicious.

Amazing afternoon at Boozy Brunch! The veggie breakfast is delicious! Plenty of chilled Prosecco to keep me happy! Thank you x

We visited The Sun Inn for a meal and drinks on a Friday evening. We'd won a meal for 2 with wine voucher in a raffle so thought we'd have a bit of a date night. Unfortunately on arrival we discovered that we had booked our romantic night out on the same evening they were holding a Sixth Formers party. The pub was heaving and there was a band on. Thankfully as we'd pre-booked we were given a nice table in a cosy corner. But the band playing for the party were so loud we could hardly hear ourselves speak. Obviously this is not the fault of the pub, it's just unfortunate our romantic night out didn't work out as such. As the pub was so busy, service was quite slow.It was a good 15 minutes before someone took our drinks order and another 15 minutes before they were brought to our table. Food was also slow coming out but when it did it was very good. We ordered a portion of nachos to share as a starter and they were honestly the best nachos I've ever had. Fluffy but crunchy and absolutely loaded with toppings. It was then another long wait for our mains to come out. Again, worth it though as the food was delicious. My husband had a steak and I had swordfish. Both meals were cooked to perfection and very, very tasty. We didn't bother with desert as nothing really took our fancy so we asked for the bill. Overall we had a night out, some nice wine and some delicious food. We will definitely be returning, just hopefully on a quieter evening next time!

Lovely pub, great staff and food. We went on a Sunday afternoon for a birthday celebration and everything was perfect. Parking on street a bit tricky due to lack of space when busy but no biggie for us. We'll be back for sure!

A lovely village pub. Very busy, especially during peak times which means it can be a battle to find a seat inside however there is plenty of seating outside which is fine for nice weather. Drinks were reasonably priced although pricier than other local pubs nearby. Staff were welcoming and friendly.

Thank you so much to the fab team at The Sun Inn. A big group of us came along at the weekend to celebrate our Dad's 80th Birthday, and the team couldn't have been more accommodating or helpful! We even forgot to add the candle to the dessert and sing Happy Birthday, so the guys quickly plated up a brownie with a candle and started singing before we left! Well done guys, and thank you again 👏

We eat and drink here regularly. It’s lovely cosy and sometimes lively pub. Good food, and the staff are always friendly and quick to serve. This year we had our work Summer BBQ here. The manager, Danni was so helpful and patient with my ever changing needs. The food provided was fantastic. We’ve never had such good finger food left over at the end. There was so much of it and it kept coming out. Thanks Danni and staff.

Saturday Night in Hardingstone After just turning up with no booking the staff were very accommodating, squeezing in the 2 of us. We decided on burgers, after eating thought they were expensive for what they were ,when compared to somewhere like the smoke pit That are far better but cheaper. Dessert was really nice 👌🏼 But an enjoyable stay , and the staff were friendly and very attentive.

Great place to visit. Food was really good and the garden is just perfect for summer evenings. The service and atmosphere was pleasant but I think it was a mid week evening I visited so not tearing up trees in terms of liveliness. All in all, definitely worth a visit!

Food was cold and for a very limited Sunday lunch menu that had run out of mashed potatoes but not roast potatoes which tells me it's all coming out of packets. The veggies were under cooked and hard (not al dente) the stuffing ball was dry and over cooked and was a cheap version of paxo no actual meat in the stuffing at all. The whole pub was freezing and the tables were so wobbly and uneven we couldn't find enough beer mats to wedge it stable. Very sad experience. Best bit was someone (another customer) brought their dog in, who was lovely.

Would like to say a BIG THANK YOU to all the team at The Squirrels for hosting our scooter club midweek Rideout tonight. A great turnout, to a great local pub. Staff were tremendous and looked after us from start to finish. A big shout out to the kitchen staff for the fantastic chilli & chips, which went down a storm with the club members, just what the doctor ordered. Cheers also to the bar staff for the very friendly and efficient service. We look forward to coming back again, if you will have us. Many thanks again, kind regards - Jim Cocks, on behalf of the NVLSC. Northamptonshire Vespa & Lambretta Scooter Club.

Fantastic Decor and furnishings inside and out. Lovely bar garden with nice seating both in sun and shade with TV for football etc. Played nice game of Snooker too- Machine is contactless £1.50 so don't need to worry about having enough coins.

Very nice pub. Will be visiting again soon even though I do not drink alcohol.

We had family event there. The service was brilliant and the food was a good quality, served in same time for nearly 20 people! Well done chef and well done all the front house staff! You do really good job over there! What I liked and was surprised with - there was a "first aid toiletries box" in ladies bathroom! Good stuff.

Visited the squirrel pub Saturday for a beautiful craft event … wow that a stunning pub amazing staff the best pub food I’ve had in a long time and a truly beautifully renovated pub , clean and tidy so accommodating the pub itself is so inviting lots of areas all as stunning as each other , we will definitely be regulars family friendly and definitely worth a visit.

Great service, great atmosphere, good bands, enjoy my visits to the squirrels, when I'm up on Northampton

It was a Friday afternoon and the place was not that busy. It was surprising, because at that time it's quiet difficult to find a table in pubs. Why there were just a few people? I don't know much about the pub and club scene in Northampton, I was there for the first time. Anyway, I wanted to take a beer and something to eat, and that was a good choice. The staff was friendly and the place was very nice to have a fun time.

This pub is called The Optimist; I’m an optimist myself, but there are limits: It’s a large pub in the centre of Northampton: that’s all. It could do with a maaaaajor makeover: e.g.: the carpet; the segregated seating (see photo). However, the youngish staff were very nice and had a good sense of humour (essential in this kinda place😬). I was there at about 1800 on a Monday and enquired whether there was a ‘happy hour’ for wine and the woman serving me gave me a really good discount- result! I think the three of us (total number of customers at this time) enjoyed the total absence of any other human being. The food was the kind of ultra processed delight (see photos) proffered by the vast majority of similar places. What is my final judgement? In the end, it doesn’t matter: nothing does.

Grace and Josh are superstars!! Brilliant experience at bottomless brunch. All the staff are super friendly helpful and polite. Not able to remember specific names right now but everybody serving tables and and at the bar 12/07/2025 at absolute superstars and gave us a fantastic experience. Would recommend! ❤️ Isaac & Vic

A very big place, quite dark, but honestly can't fault it. Friendly service, clean and tidy and very good prices. Drinks and food were cheap and portion size was good too.

Ali and Archie were absolutely brilliant serving us throughout a 30th birthday. Nothing was too much to ask for and they checked in with us through our whole time here. If only every pub had servers that are constantly willing to go the extra mile! we will definitely return.

Went here on the 2/8/25 for a bottomless brunch! We was all really impressed! It was earlier on in the afternoon but drinks were made quickly. None of the waiting around. Or waiting until you have finished your drink until they come and asked you what you wanted next. We all had the pizza’s they were beautiful! Loads of toppings. 2 of us was a little bit late arriving and they carried on serving us for the time we missed out on! Was a little bit quiet but we prefer it like that! No complaints at all! Would deffo come back Thankyou everyone

Visited The Optimist a few weeks ago but quite not an optimistic experience. During my walk in the town centre, I was tempted to try this place because of its chic exteriors and I was quite impressed the day I visited by its interiors too. Though it is very quiet for lunch, it surely gives off some good and cozy vibes. I went for the calamari strips as starter which was so crunchy, crispy and tasty with the tartare sauce. As the main course, I wanted to try the burger and opted for the chargrilled chicken fillet, which came with curly fries and slaw. The burger is served in a toasted brioche-style linseed bun with a signature burger sauce, lettuce and red onion but much to my disappointment, the fillet was quite dry with barely no sauce. On a good note, the service is satisfactory and rapid. Overall rating - 2.5/5

Food was OK, but takes forever to come out. Been there for 2.5 hours and takes 45 mins for any meal to come out. If you are looking to go for lunch, ensure you allow all afternoon.

Best Roast I've ever eaten

We had a wonderful experience at the County Tavern today. The Tapas was very good. A great wine selection to pair. Attentive, friendly staff. Thank you. See you soon.

Stopped with a friend for a bite to eat and a drink. Very friendly staff. There was no need to book a table. It was a week night, plenty of space. Had the tapas was good, the chips were more like wedges or roast potatoes.

Came here on a night out last year, barman (who was about 17) was mouthy and rude , I’d be surprised if he’s still there but not a great vibe overall anyway

We had a group Christmas dinner here last week and although the pub was very busy and noisy, we had superb food. It was all delicious, hot and nicely presented. My congratulations to ask the staff, we had a great time!

Was quiet on arrival due to hot weather and others choosing to sit outside or go to another pub with a garden . Staff were immediately attentive and were more than happy to help with choice of wine and offering a taste to make sure it’s what we’d like . we were very impressed with the wine, and the price.and the staff. We had Sunday lunch, roast beef for me, turkey for my best friend Jon, we both loved the fact that it was served hot not Luke warm like some places and what everyone expects from a Sunday roast We decided it was the best we’d had in a long time. Service from all the staff was fantastic. We also noticed that the empathy and familiarity with customers who must be regulars was a joy to see and rare in these days. Big shout out to Stanley who was the star of the day with his waiting skills. Thank you

Had a great selection of drinks and some fun pizza flavours, the pizzas and sides were delicious. Would come here for pizzas over a chain pizza place from now on. After visiting I chose to hold a charity event here in their function room and it was brilliant. Dylan and the team were incredibly helpful with organising it and on the night the quality of food, drink, and service were second to none. Highly recommend here for a small event 🙂

Nice little craft bar with a good selection of craft ales, saw food being delivered and to be fair it looked okay. Attentive bar staff that let you try before you buy. Definitely worth a visit.

Thank you so much for looking after us and our numerous guests on Saturday after we booked the upstairs room but given the heatwave we had to relocate to the outdoor area. The staff were amazing in keeping us all well "hydrated" and everyone said that they had a fab night. Highly recommend this pub for a good selection of beers/ciders and friendly atmosphere

Love this place. Its quirky and warm and welcoming. Not tried the food yet but it does look amazing

Amazing craft beer pub at the end of a quiet residential street. Great selection of beers, super friendly hosts and attractive decor. Small yard space at the back. About ten minutes walk out of the town centre but very well worth seeking out

A hidden gem. While not my local I’ll always make sure to stop off at this establishment. Great and attentive team. Events such as the sausage & cider festival. Keep up the good work guys.

This is a brilliant venue. Great beer and entertainment. Great staff too. Dylan is genuinely a credit to the establishment, he should be on ‘the apprentice.’ Rachel however far outshines him and is the star of the show. Give her a pay rise!

Great coffee shop/bar in the evening. Came here for the pre drinks before a night out. Ended up staying here. Good selection of gins. Staff were friendly and could see this being a coffee meet up with artisan cheese and breads for lunch.

Had a £13 five-item antipasti board - and it's a VERY generous board! Been too long since my last visit, and will definitely keep it in mind for future visits. Thanks!

A group of friends went for a birthday celebration and it was amazing! The food my friends ate looked and smelled amazing! The moaning and contented smiles was enough to let me know the food was GOOD! With food allergies I decided not to risk it, but I did splash out and have a cocktail or two. They were happy to slightly alter the cocktail so I didn't have chilli in it (as I have an intolerance to it). But it was so tasty! And I rarely can have cocktails so this was amazing! The cocktail I had was the Passionfruit margarita (minus the chilli) & I barely have any photos because I drank them so fast! Tart but tasty!

Dressed to impress. John Franklin’s is A deli, cocktail bar, cafe and lounge with an outpouring of class.

Had a great meal there, staff were lovely, really enjoyed a family meal together

A gem, the atmosphere is relaxed and quiet. The seating is comfortable, the food is excellent, a small choice but just enough. Good selection of wine and beer. The staff are friendly and helpful.

Lively bar, great atmosphere! We had a selection of food as part of a large group, including baked Camembert, pizza and cheese boards! Was amazing! We had been to see a show so was really handy as right nearby. It was busy though so I would recommend booking, tables can be reserved. Would definitely recommend.

Wonderful Staff, out of this world food, one of a kind venue, and such lovely service! We booked the cafe to have an afternoon tea for my friends hen do, and the team here were so lovely a such amazing people! The afternoon tea is different to what most are; you get three courses, one savoury, one sweet, and one cheesecake. The lemon cheesecake is the most delicious thing I have ever tasted and is virtually mousse-like! All the savoury food was super flavoursome, and the mismatched crockery and decor is so cute and means the venue is super exciting no matter where you look. Liz the owner is so friendly, super responsive, and really helpful with any questions/organisation you might need. Highly recommend booking an event here, or attending one of their events like their book clubs/quizzes/afternoon teas etc. I will definitely be back!

Went for my 35th birthday really excited to try the afternoon tea and was really disappointed :( We had the gentleman’s afternoon tea and the prohibition tea. The bread that came with the gentleman’s afternoon tea was mouldy. Luckily we realised before we ate it, and asked for it to be taken back. We didn’t want more bread at this point but no apologies or discounts from the final bill were offered. The scotch egg, pork pie and sausage felt like they were from the supermarket and put on our plate. There was also no crusty bread with fillings like it says on the menu, only bread and butter (with the mouldy bread we had to send back). My prohibition afternoon tea was hit and miss, the hot chocolate and little sandwiches were okay. Most of the other parts of the dish (especially the stale brownie bite) had the same supermarket feel, definitely not fresh or homemade. It felt really disappointing to pay £50.60 for a meal that wasn’t good and where it felt like instead of making the food in the restaurant we just got served bits straight out of a packet. I don’t like confrontation so we just left, I don’t think we’ll come back.

I carried out the fire risk assessment on the venue, a unique quirky place with an owner that cares. The building is exquisite in its look of which is grade II listed. Sadly the venue only is pre booked events. Liz made a wicked Meringue. I would say any one who goes would enjoy the quirkiness and privacy of the venue to themselves.

The Eccentric Englishman since 2021! This place is a true gem in town. The unique blend of 19th-century gothic-industrial steam-powered machinery and a touch of Phileas Fogg's spirit creates an unforgettable atmosphere. Lord and Lady Muck have truly outdone themselves with this establishment. From the moment you step in, you're transported to a world of elegance, soft-gothic charm, and inventive Steampunk aesthetics. The ongoing events, from Bottomless Brunch, comedy night, Harry Potter, to live music, ensure that there's always something exciting happening here. The decor is impressive, a perfect mix of historic and whimsical elements. The staff is friendly, and the cleanliness of the place is commendable. I'm eagerly looking forward to returning for their delightful cocktails. If you're seeking an exceptional experience that blends history, creativity, and a touch of eccentricity, The Eccentric Englishman is the place to be!

Went for a tipsy Wicked afternoon tea, Had a great time. Drinks 10, Food 10, Staff 10 and vibes 10. Wicked music was on point and the staff were so accommodating and you could tell they loved their jobs. Thanks

Wow, what can i say? Eccentric is the right name for this place, what an eclectic decor, but its so cool at the same time, the prices are very good and a lot to choose from on the menu, they even do home made cheesecake fresh every day with everything from a full english to afternoon tea. You really need to come here.

Amazing afternoon, Tiddley Teas. Good quality, homemade food, and amazing cocktails Cream tea, English breakfast Quizzes, physic and themed bottomless afternoon tea Lizzy is an amazing hostess and made us feel very welcome

Visited with friends for a retro pudding evening presented by the Pudding hole, great fun and relaxed atmosphere with a large selection of beers on tap and lovely wines.

A fantastic bar with a vibrant atmosphere and an impressive rotating selection of drinks. The staff are welcoming and helpful, and the addition of a shop inside the bar is a clever touch that sets it apart. However the prices are on the higher side. Can't wait to try a masterclass.

Perfect as always. Had a wine tasting hosted by Bailey for a birthday and he was the best. Incredible wine and food, so much knowledge but delivered very accessibly. Looked after us all so well as per usual, including catering to dietary restrictions and allergies

Had been on my list to visit for quite a while. Good meats and cheeses, and beer options. I'd love to come back for wine. Unfortunately the bread was a bit sad. Need a bit more effort to add accompaniments to the boards as other than the high quality meat and cheese they are a bit basic. Unfortunately we had much better similarly-priced boards elsewhere (not local, Hampshire) the following week which lowered my opinion of this place slightly.

What's not to love - wine, beer and cheese. Fabulous venue offering lots of different experiences. Simple glass of wine or language class, wine tasting, open mic night amongst others

I have frequented this place multiple times since it has opened this year (2022), the selection of wine and beers is unparalleled in Northampton. I have also purchased some of their wines available in the shop, all of which were well received. I am looking forward to going to one of the many events that they host in-house for some speciality tastings! Thanks V&B, look forward to my next visit!

Huge selection of beers, wines, spirits and more! Relaxed atmosphere. The staff are great, Helpful and friendly!

The owner is VERY RUDE and wouldn't serve non alcoholic beverages just because they are cheap and when i explained to her I don't drink alcoholic she told me to get out of her pub. I would NEVER recommend or go to this place ever again!

I live local and don't go in often but when in do it's friendly and welcoming. Great little boozer

Everything was horrible. I would NEVER recommend such a horrible place and DISGUSTING service to anyone. The owner and staff were racist to me and my friends, and when we requested non alcoholic beverages, they refused despite us showing our IDs. SAVE UR COINS AND GO SOMEWHERE ELSE

Amazing oub great night's of events great staff lively character and defo changed ive have food and 1 as done serve

Cold pint and best of all good company

Great pub with very friendly landlords and staff

Service is very good. Price is on bit higher side as compared to wetherspoon

Good atmosphere and service. Cocktails not as good as previous visits. Wouldn't pay full price so value for money on a 2 for 1 was satisfactory...

Daniels Leaving drinks Great night, great food, great staff!!! Chris & Andrew were very friendly & helpful. Andrew helped out with the menu, great recommendations too. Chris (the manager) came over was very friendly and picked some good cocktails. Nice to know you still get friendly staff that are happy doing what they do. Also nice to see the manager getting involved you don't see that very much these days. Keep up the good work guys!!!!!

Had an absolutely amazing night here with a Hen Party. We did 3 course dinner and cocktail making and it really was a brilliant night. Lauren went over and above to make my best friend feel like a VIP and Emmerson who did put masterclass was great fun and super knowledgeable. 10/10 can not recommend enough!

We came here on a nice Tuesday night and was served by Muka. He was lovely and recommended loads of lovely cocktails. He constantly smiled and listened to what we wanted. He made sure we felt welcome and left smiling and positive! Would definitely come again because of him :)

Nice spot for drinks and dancing. (edited after the owner's reply) Unfortunately, some people had drunk way too much but continued to be served alcohol and we ended up being bothered as a result. Additionally, the music was too loud so me and my friends kept having to shout at each other in order to be able to be listened.

Beautiful pub but couldn't be less interested in serving me! Bar man clearly couldn't be bothered to be here today by his attitude, was going to order food but after no acknowledgment of me even standing at the bar I changed my mind, wish I didn't waste my money on a glass of wine before ordering food. 8 customers in, not busy, no wonder why. Manager (I assume) sat at the end of the bar paying no attention to anything! Luckily the revs near me know how to treat paying customers, thankfully I don't have to ever return to this one!

Very good selection of cocktails, but could be a bit cheaper. Not too busy and closes quite early but good music. Really good place for night out, but not the best to eat (had the toughest steak in my life there)

Went for lunch with a friend on a weekday. The food was delicious and I have no complaints about the service. The music was a little too loud and although I liked the play list it intruded into our conversation. This is what lost one star.

Great place and price for animal products including food at a good price

The service was excellent, the food too and the atmosphere was friendly and welcoming. It's a dog friendly pub too. That's always good in my books.

Such a shame this ‘pub’ is now no more than a dreadful karaoke venue for a handful of local regulars on Friday and Saturday nights, as they actually sell a good pint of Phipp’s IPA. But it’s too awful to stay and have to listen to. I’m afraid I won’t be visiting again until there’s new management who knows how to run a pub properly. (February 2025)

Absolutely shocked with the food here!! Ordered a portion of chicken tenders and literally received what I would say is 1 chicken tender cut into 4 tiny pieces!!!! Genuinely shocked !!! Do not come here food!! And haloumi fries are actually 4 frozen haloumi…

Arrived at 1845 and got drinks. Asked for a clothing to wipe table which was very dirty and sticky. Barmaid said she would get one and disappeared out back. She reappeared about 5 minutes later delivering food to a table. I found a cloth and wiped table myself. We were a group of 4. At 7.05pm went to bar again to order food. Sorry food has just stopped said same barmaid (despite no signs or notices anywhere stating this). Very unimpressed to say the least. Will not bother going there again!

Vaping inside the premises! Service are very slow and not really nice. Not recommended at all! Don’t waste your money!

Always come here for a cocktail or two but honestly this is an undiscovered gem for food! Indian food but a banging steak in lovely atmosphere with great drink selections!

This is a great place for food and drinks. Go early to avoid the rush and enjoy wonderful food delights with a wonderful range of cocktails. The staff are so friendly and it's always a great night out when we eat there. Thanks to all the staff for their top quality service. 🍻🍸🍹

Update to OP... Had tapas here with gfs for a fruends birthday, the fod is boohoo good, especially the sharing platter for two, the lamb is lean, tender and so tasty. Definitely recommended! A fun bar with a never ending list of cocktails

Our first time visiting and we will be going back. Excellently made cocktails and a very comfortable environment.

Love Corkers. Amazing staff and atmosphere. My go to place in Northampton. Great, sophisticated place to enjoy drinks throughout the week and weekends. The food is great too, loved the choices and how it was presented. Highly recommend

Very quiet tonight but it is a Wednesday. Staff were great as always.

I always have a soft spot in my heart for this place. Nice to go for a drink and a bite to eat.

Very relaxed tour with Bill, who was very knowledgeable. Two of the wines were, in our view, outstanding and we purchased a case of these. Others were good but not to our taste. If you come for the tour allow around three hours and don't plan to drive later.

Lovely place for wine tasting. See the vineyards. The views. Even Red champagne. 1 of 2 places that make it. Even Red wine outta the fridge. Apparently less tanning, it can be stored on fridge. Was wonderful visit. You can even buy the wine. A little sloshed were we. Hic

Visited today for a birthday gift. Thoroughly enjoyed myself both from the wine tasting and the excellent guidance and life history enrichment Bill provided. I really hope to come back again soon.

We had an amazing time at Fleur fields. I took my friend back in June, who had always wanted to go wine tasting, and the experience did not disappoint. Not only was the wine amazing, but it was so affordable. And we had so much wine. The best part of the experience was bill, he was very sweet and we loved hearing about his life and wife.

We choose to have Fleur Fields wine at our wedding and couldn't have been happier - having delicious local wine was one of the talking points of the day especially the pink Champs D'Or! Bill and his team were wonderful - we highly recommend.

Great wine great atmosphere and made very welcome big big thank you. Cyril and Sharon

Me and my mum attended a special pop up restaurant at fleur fields vineyard for Mother’s Day. The owner was so welcoming and the wines are amazing we bought a bottle and will definitely buy more what a lovely event.

We had a very delicious breakfast here! The food was really good value for money for the portion you got. The staff were excellent and very friendly and helpful. We'll definitely be going back again.

We had Christmas dinner here, and I was so impressed by the staff. They made our Christmas day so enjoyable. If you're looking for somewhere to have Christmas 2025 or any evening in-between I would highly recommend this restaurant.

We had an absolutely wonderful dining experience! From the moment we arrived, the service was exceptional. Our servers, Josh and Nathan, were friendly, attentive, and made sure everything was perfect throughout the evening. They struck the perfect balance between being professional and personable, which really enhanced the overall atmosphere. The food was nice, every dish was thoughtfully prepared and beautifully presented. A big shoutout to the chefs, Em and Chris.

My Son choose here for his Birthday meal, the food was gorgeous and the presentation was perfect, the staff were very nice, friendly and polite. The steak sizzler was amazing.

Josh was very helpful and friendly server, great tasty food cooked perfectly by bailey & Hunter

Our server Marti was amazing! Our food came out nice and quickly and tasted great! Marti was lovely and looked after us well, can’t wait to come back :)

I have had mixed experience at Hungry horse but my experience has been consistently good lately. I had the best dining experience of my life. It was so good that I couldn’t find out who the chef was. Emily made my breakfast to perfection (exactly how I asked for it). Alex and Marti

Great pub, super friendly welcoming staff and a relaxed atmosphere. Beers are good and the menu is varied with a great selection to please everyone. Have eaten here several times due to working nearby and it's the go-to choice in Crick.

Pleasant pub with a good selection of drinks available. I did not try the food but the menu looked interesting. The service was very good. Staff were friendly and polite - nothing was too much trouble.

Situated in a lovely village close to Rugby. The hotel staff are welcoming, they can’t do enough to make your stay as enjoyable as possible. The restaurant is modern and offers a varied menu, plenty of choice for everyone and reasonably priced too. The rooms are comfortable especially the bed, they are serviced extremely well in every way although a little tired. We have stayed there three times so far and booked again at Christmas so that must tell you something!!!

Nice local pub with a nice menu. Good choice of real beer, too. The food was very nice, although not much for vegans. Falafel salad was tasty, and the scampi was enjoyed too. Dog friendly, which is a bonus.

The wife and I stopped for a drink later one afternoon. The staff were friendly. The beer was good. A nice atmosphere in the pub.

We stayed here whilst going to the Crick Boat Show on Saturday 24th May 2025. Positives in my opinion - Great location, friendly staff, nice clean comfortable rooms, nice to hear the church bells chime on the hour which is situated behind the pub, good food and nice breakfast which is included in the price of the room.Accessible rooms available with walk in shower. Co-op opposite for amenities. Negatives in my opinion - parking limited no blue badge spaces, pillows were basic and shower is a rainfall one so not as powerful to wash your hair is needed. Definitely more positives so would recommend to stay and eat here as lovely atmosphere and food was delicious. Perfect stay for attending the Crick Boat Show as less than 10 mins away! To sum up, will stay again :)

Dropped in here for lunch. It has a large carpark with loads of space and the place wasn't busy on a friday. Menu options are good with some vegie options and a reasonably priced.Service was good, food was good, would highly recommend. We did find it funny the amount of signs this place has, especially the bad language and no tee-shirt policy.

My local boozer since forever. It's gone through many different stages in life, but currently enjoying taking my son to watch the football there.

We arrived on Xmas day very excited and we’re not disappointed at all. We had a lovely cheerful welcome and even received chocolate for my two sons which was really kind and generous. The service throughout was without fault, always checking if we had drinks and nothing was too much trouble. The starters came out promptly and I thought it was delicious. I had Salmon with beetroot and a horseradish sauce. We had a free round of drinks as Our Turkey mains were out a little later than they would’ve hoped but we honestly didn’t mind at all, they were spot on and we were just talking, drinking and playing with the cracker toys. I had a gorgeous Xmas pudding for dessert but struggled to eat it all as was so full. We couldn’t have asked for a better Xmas dinner as the whole experience was wonderful. Polite, friendly staff, making the effort to talk to my boys about Santa. We got home afterwards and were still talking about how we enjoyed ourselves and we were all so very thankful to all the staff for their hard work being away from their families on Xmas day. I would definitely recommend and would love to spend Xmas day at the white elephant again!! Well done guys, honestly was such a great day :)

I recently booked a table for 9, to watch the rugby and enjoy a meal. We all ordered different meals from the Christmas menu, as the selections looked really good. Everyone thoroughly enjoyed their meals. The service was exceptional, the table decorations were beautifully laid out. The pricing was reasonable! We were constantly looked after. A huge ‘well done’ to all the staff, manager and chefs! 10/10 - all round (We will be back)

Great atmosphere and a warm welcome from staff, and the locals. The pub itself is lovely inside and the garden is spacious. I had scampi and chips - nicely presented and reasonably priced. Definitely be going back. Jack in particular was friendly, attentive and couldn’t do enough for you.

Loving the refurb, especially what they've done with the garden. Sunday lunch was very good despite only one chef in the kitchen bless her! The only constructive criticism I have is that both gents toilets could do with a good scrub. Other than that, great! 👌

Great drinks offers, plenty of indoor and outdoor seating. Numerous TV's for sports, kid and dog friendly with gaming available. This place has a lot to offer.

The food was okay but didn't expect much from a Greene king, we had to wait over an hour for our food yet we only had a 1.5 hour time slot. The garden has been done up really nice. The toilets were flooded and stunk.

Lou was great. We had a large group and it didn’t faze her. She was always on top of service with the food and drink, she was very attentive. Lovely personality, had a good laugh with us.

Amazing service! We celebrated my dad’s 70th and his cancer-free news at the Wig and Walnut. The team couldn’t have been more accommodating and made our time at lunch so special. They even decorated the table with decorations and balloons I dropped off the day before. Brilliant team, great atmosphere, yummy food and lovely setting!

The staff are amazing here, so attentive, friendly and helpful plus smiling, always helps. Food was lovely, steak could have been cooked a bit less, however it was really tasty. Drinks were reasonable, will definitely be returning. It was quiet as only 5:30pm on a Saturday which was a nice time to go here. It was a hot day and I don’t like eating outside, and they great working air con, it was lovely. Thank you

We’ve visited several times recently, always have great service and really friendly reception from staff. Lovely atmosphere ❤️ Dan served us a couple of times recently and he’s always so helpful and friendly! Thank you ☺️

Lovely warm welcome as always and Dan (our server) was chatty and helpful. Over heard my daughter say she did colouring last week were there and he brought over some colouring for her. The food was absolutely delicious. Couldn’t fault a thing

We came for our Daughters birthday meal. The staff were very accommodating and Emily was a great help with our daughter’s Dairy Allergy, helping us to work the web page and keeping our daughters food separate from the others, Thank you!

Recently went to the Wig and Walnut as part of a large (15+) group. We were welcomed and settled in a quiet area of the pub. Our dogs were welcomed with towels and treats on hand for them. It was quite busy so we had pre ordered our food which all came out at the same time. The portions are good, the food was hot and the littles all cleared their plates. Some of us had room for dessert. The menu choice is wide with options for vegan and vegetarian meals. The children's menu is good too. The whole staff were lovely from the manager to the bar staff and the guy who brought out sauces and cleared the tables. If we are in the area again we will visit.

Went out for bit of a night out and me and my mate decided to have dinner here. The service was excellent and the food with amazing definitely recommend it I'm definitely coming back again. Good times

There were some issues with the kitchen but the waitress we had (Precious) was so accommodating and helpful throughout the experience. Plus the food is always delicious, I had the soup and mushroom and spinach risotto and my fiancé had the mushroom stater and steak. Then we shared a sticky toffee pudding and it was exquisite despite the kitchen problems.

Went here to see a tribute act 'Flash, a Queen tribute'... one of the best nights of my life. Outside, the building is unassuming, a bar at best, but you enter and it's very apparently, there's something out back... a stage and auditorium. Adequate space for the band and ample space for a crowd. Atmosphere is incredible.

Fantastic Sunday roast! I had the trio of meats, roast beef, pork and chicken, all perfectly cooked. Roast beef tender and pink in the middle , just it should be. Pork super tender, chicken tasty and tatties and veg perfectly done. Highly recommended!

Good venue for bands and other acts. We saw strictly ub40 there. Our drinks were served quickly and the staff were friendly.

Great gigs and events. Several times, Kirsty, the manager, has been very accommodating with bookings we make in regards to us who have mobility struggles. Never have any trouble with violence or threatening behaviour from fellow patrons.. and security conduct themselves in a very officient but calm manner for that to happen. It's a chilled venue that allows folk to go out and have a good time.

We went in there after having something to eat up the road. Halfway down the first drink, we were told to move seats as the area we were in was closing, and the bar was closing early as there was no function on. We moved to another table, and the guy calls last orders at half past ten on a Saturday night.Needless to say, we won't bother again.

I popped in for a beer this week and found the welcome warm and they had Red Stripe on draughty. Ownership have clearly spent money on upgrading the pub, so much so that a painter was in the venue touching up the decor in various places. Would visit again for a longer period.

Yesterday, 6 of us had a bottomless brunch at the Shipman's. From the moment we walked in, the team were so welcoming and accommodating. Nothing seemed like too much trouble for them. The drinks were flowing and the food was absolutely gorgeous and very prompt. We had a mixture of veggie platters and meat platters. Both so tasty. We couldn't even eat it all. Such a lovely, friendly atmosphere. Thank you to Steph & Elizia in the front of house & Joe in the kitchen for looking after us so well. Highly recommend this place for food and/or drinks. We will definitely come again, if you will have us.....😁

Lovely little pub, great service from the chap behind the bar with glasses. Stopped for a cheeky half pint before the bus, which turned into another half pint.

Didnt try the food but mates said they loved it. Saw a jazz performance in the room upstairs, (incredibly small space but fun for a small group to watch a show), then caught a little of the open mic downstairs, great drinks options and great atmosphere. Will definitely be back.

We had booked for lunch with some family, it was very loud and we waited ages even to be acknowledged, when we were shown a table the music was blasting and there were two groups on bottomless brunch, I could not hear a thing. Our server was friendly and polite but I would have liked the option to sit upstairs. The burger was good, tasty and hot. I'm not sure I'd come back, I could not hold a conversation too loud. Shame.

We did bottomless brunch and karaoke for 24 of us for my sister’s hen do. The staff were absolutely brilliant - drinks were flowing, the food was absolutely lovely and they couldn’t have been more accommodating to us, despite the huge group and it being a Saturday afternoon/evening. Thank you so much for making it such a great evening. 100% recommend and will be returning :)

Amazing service by Andy and team for bottomless brunch! They were very accommodating and was such a pleasant experience considering it was our first time! Such a joy to be served by and made our time here so worth it, will 100% be coming again 🤩

Great pub, friendly staff. Prices are okayish 3 pound for a diet coke. Food was good. Overall great place to go.

I had a delicious meal-out with my family here around two weeks ago. The waitress who served us was very pleasant and helped us with our requests. The atmosphere was a little rowdy but it wasn't overbearing and it allowed for dogs. The food was decent but could've been better. Overall, not a bad place to eat.

Me and my wife came in just before meeting friends for the night. We had a nice dinner. My wife had sausage and mash, and I build my own burger. Very nice and a relaxing atmosphere. Good times.

Very impressive pub! Great value. Good food. Compliments to the chef. The food was cooked perfectly. Friendly bar lady. Green king. Lots of choice on the menu. Dog friendly!! Yay. No dog biscuits available though 😌 The Abington is a beautiful building. Inside & out. It’s a sports bar, but don’t let this put you off. .. if you’re not into sport. Parking is a bit of an issue. But plenty of side street parking to be had. It’s a town pub, with lots of character. Bus service is available to here. So it’s all good. #Buddyfriendlypubs Definitely a rovers return. We will see you again, very soon. Thank you for a lovely lunch. Great dog walk to be had after lunch, around Abington park,

Visited this place as we were down for the Rothesay County Championship match from Derbyshire. Friendly welcome from staff and regulars. Lovely food and atmosphere was great especially on Friday night (Karaoke night). Thank you for the good food and hospitality

Such a warm and welcoming place. The staff made us feel right at home. The beef stew was hearty and satisfying. Will definitely return.

Every time we come here we have lovely service and the food is excellent for the price. I want to thank Faith especially because she is so helpful and an absolute asset to the team at the Abington.

This is a seriously hidden gem in the town centre: a welcome respite from the sulphurous traffic and rather somnolent town without. This large, very stylish bar is really elegant, comfortably furnished and full of friendly, laid-back, good-natured people. The young woman who served me was very welcoming and efficient. There is a good range of vegan, vegetarian and meat-based dishes together with snacks and sandwiches. There is a good range of beers, wines and spirits at very competitive (but not bargain) prices. This is,without a doubt, the very best pub I found in my five days sojourning here. Hiiiiiiiiiiiiighly recommended.

Who would have thought that in Northampton not far from the centre there is a which to be experienced to fully appreciate it .... Plenty places have great food, many have great music and there are plenty where the staff try to be friendly. How about a place that has EVERYTHING. GREAT food at amazing prices, especially on a Wednesday... Talking about the Brad on a Wednesday night ..... You will hear the best jazz I've ever heard LIVE! If you are looking for quality service it's here.... genuine friendly lassies. I would never go anywhere where else on a Wednesday.... This it. Of course, don't take my word for it .... call in at Charles Bradlaugh find out just superb service it is for yourself. See you here soon .... lol

Travelled a bit of a distance to meet family, booked in advance for six of us. Lovely friendly welcome. Had a really good pot of tea on arrival. Food and service was excellent and the venue is really lovely. Would definitely recommend a visit!

We had an incredible experience at The Charles Bradlaugh. We held a fundraising event there upstairs and were given exclusive use. The staff couldn’t do any more for us they were so attentive and helpful. Number one spot in Northampton for inclusivity given many of our guests have disabilities. Great food, too! Travis looked after us all so well and was there to make sure everything ran smoothly. No hassle. No stress. Everything taken care of and thanks to being so flexible on the evening as we were able to keep our guests happy and raise thousands of pounds on the two nights we spent there. We would book this venue for any event in the future and we will be making regular visits for pub lunches, meetings and Sunday lunches as the food and services is so good! Highly recommend! Thank you Travis and all the bar and kitchen staff for doing a great job ❤️

Such a warm and welcoming place for events. I’ve booked two baby shower events this year and I could not fault the service. The staff were so friendly and accommodating, letting us in early to set up and helping with table and chairs. Staff regularly checked in on us to see if we needed anything. The space provided was fairly private and had enough space for decorations and approx 35 people. Guests on both occasions complimented the venue and the space outdoors. We couldn’t have asked for a better place. Although we didn’t have food it was great that we had the option if we wanted too and booking the space was so straightforward. 10/10 from us and would recommend to anyone looking for a place to hold events.

We held our daughters christening/1st birthday party here on Sunday afternoon. Trav made booking really easy and was happy to accommodate anything we needed. Organisation for the party was brilliant, we were able to bring decorations to be stored the night before and were let in early on the day to set up. Poppy was amazing, nothing was too much and she made everything really easy. The girls serving behind the bar were really lovely to all of the guests and were happy to help tidy things up afterwards which wasn’t expected. Would definitely recommend for a party.

Very courteous service On arrival and hosts managed to cater for an unaccounted for guest. Roast platter wasn’t available so we all had individual Roast with two people having burgers. Food was delicious and hot and staff were brilliant

A very nice place for breakfast , the food is always fresh and tasty, and the staff are friendly and welcoming. The atmosphere makes you want to come back. Unfortunately, the prices are definitely too high around £60 for breakfast with coffee and a mini dessert is just too much. That’s why we can’t visit too often. We’ll probably drop by from time to time though, maybe after payday 😉

One of the best European restaurants I’ve ever been to. Food tastes amazing, excellent value for money. Hoummus is delicious. Chicken supreme it’s a must have.

Always a winner at Oblique. The coffee is amazing. This time I decided to try their matcha which is lovely too. Friendly welcoming staff.

Quiet Saturday early dinner, food and service were excellent. Highly recommend, will be going again!

We had breakfast here and it was absolutely delicious! The coffee was the best we’ve had in a long time, and the service was super friendly and attentive. Cozy atmosphere and great vibes — highly recommend!

Everything was exceptional, from the service to the food. We had brunch, which is probably the best in town. Highly recommended!

Absolutely fantastic. Went for tapas and cocktails and was not disappointed. The pork belly bites were out of this world. Without doubt the most perfectly cooked pork belly I've ever eaten. Everything was fresh and didn't leave you feeling heavy or bloated. The cocktails were done exquisitely and we watched the bartender make them with passion. Great atmosphere. Our new favourite spot and we can't wait to go back there. Lovely hidden gem, just what Northampton needs.

Great (and only) pub in the village of Yelvertoft. We did a hike and ended at the pub, so the real ale was a welcome sight. They had pork and beef baps with chips or a large selection of homemade pizzas. The meat lover pizza was really good, so I would recommend. Definitely a place to go and meet the locals.

Really glad Knightley has re-opened, Jacqui is doing a fantastic job with food, drinks and events. Oktoberfest a go go!! Update: New opening hours and lunch time menu is possibly what I needed to know for Mondays when I'm WFH. Note, Fish finger sarnie and chunky chips really hits the spot.

A genuinely fun pub. Great pizza and decent fish and chips. That was the limit of the menu when we visited hence 4 stars but... The service was excellent and the beer was good too. Everything is reasonably priced which is a refreshing. If this was my local I'd be in every night and that was the vibe I got from the crowd round the pool table. Not somewhere you'd go for an anniversary but this pub is about repeat business and yes, I'll be going back when I can.

Hired a small narrow boat from North Kilworth and made our way up to Yelvertoft. Moored for the evening and took a 10 minute stroll to the Knightley Arms. Lovely welcoming pub with a great pint of Tribute cask ale. Pizzas were superb. Chatted with the locals for ages. Everyone really friendly and the whole ambience is great. Highly recommended. Thank you all for your hospitality.

I came to eat here with my wife and autistic son and the food was disgusting, it was served cold and very wet, somehow the pizza was burnt and soggy at the same time, the atmosphere was incredibly loud for a pub and it was like they didn't care how unruly and feral the other drunk customers were acting. This caused my son to become overstimulated, when I complained the wait staff did nothing about this they were incredibly rude I wouldn't recommend this establishment to eat at or even walk nearby, disgrace to the village.

Cheep and cheerful, room was modern and clean, comfortable bed, good breakfast. Nothing on tap behind the bar, everything was bottled, inside of hotel much nicer than outside. outside of hotel looks like a halfway house, its scruffy and needs attention.

Food was ok, could've been better, what really disappointed me was the horrible customer service. Additionally, the ginger lady who works there has an awful attitude, dismisive and overall rude. The people there are generally unwelcoming and the vibe and attitude of the people and the place need serious work, so don't come here unless you want to ruin your day.

Decent but the light isn’t in the middle of the pool table which made me miss my shots

Good fun as it was busy and the DJ was ok. Oh and I was with friends, let's face it you can be in a dive anywhere with friends and it's good when you're with friends. The Spread Eagle was really good inside I liked the library section 😀 and I certainly not a dive! The bar staff were great and worked well at a good pace. Not a great choice of beer though I was disappointed with that!

Popped in early afternoon for a pint during a brief stop off in the area. Absolutely nothing special, only a couple of other customers. £6.05 for a very average pint of Guinness, would expect to pay that for a pint of craft beer. Where did the 5p come from?

Live singer! She was wonderful. My partner and I came out of a restaurant and had a great after dinner serenade. Staff were great. This is a classic pub in the most straightforward of ways, looks rough on the outside but don't let that fool you, everyone is lovely here. If that's what you're looking for then you'll have a great time!

Fantastic pub. Lovely bar staff. Have great bands on. Always have a good time here & upon a few too many tipples one night I left my phone and the bar staff very kindly looked after it & kept it for me, much to my huge relief the next day! Can’t thank you enough for that as it has all the pics of my newborn on. So thanks so much. Wish there were more staff & pubs like this.

Very nice pub now after complete refurbishment and under new management. Great place for the weekend with discos on Friday and Saturday nights and live music on Sundays. Also has a quiz night on Tuesdays. Good food served all day, great selection of ale, lager and wine served by friendly staff.

Just got myself a takeaway Sunday Roast beef And it was absolutely spot on at £10.95 Perfect Roast potatoes a good selection of very fresh vegetables Yorkshire pudding and Roast parsnip and plenty of gravy. such good quality and value for the money. Thank you

Great wee traditional pub, great service, friendly staff and locals.

We’ve had to stop using this pub as the smell from the toilets is back with a vengeance! Have had a few pints recently that have been poor quality, such a shame as it was a great pub with excellent beer.

Love this place, have recently moved back to the area, so glad we have! This is a typical good old fashioned pub, no food served on site but they have various food trucks on their car park several times a week which you are welcome to enjoy inside, locals are all very friendly and say hello 😊 the pub is also dog friendly, my cockapoo goes in the door even if we’re just passing on a walk! All in all a great place!

Good location, own car park, nice staff. Recommend.

My first visit, I have recently moved to the area, looking for a local friendly place to find new friends. Did I pick the wrong night??? Atmosphere terrible, people just looked, I spoke and was ignored!!!! I tried to order a drink, it was busy, the barman, a short bloke who was sporting a big bushy beard, was rude, when I was pondering on what to order, then ignored me and started to serve another person who was obviously a regular as they were on first name terms. I had previously seen videos of the groups and singers, but you couldn't swing a cat in this place, yet fill it with a group and still have space for customers. My first impressions - don't bother with this place, I walked around the area and found The Squirrels, 100% better, friendly and served me straight away, they were helpful and gave advice.

Always a good pint and our go to typical 'local' pub. Last visited to watch the Grand National - great atmosphere. Large beer garden, so plenty of outside space.

Fantastic fantastic fantastic! Great venue in the heart of Duston Karaoke with Rory every other Sunday. Great venue Awesome locals very welcoming to outsiders Drinks are reasonably priced Fantastic sized beer garden Service with a smile and quick service.

We held a party here in October 24. Place stinks of fish upstairs (apparently pigeon poo). With holding my deposit after private booking. Even tho I have in writing that there was no music due to error with their amp. Re think if considering booking this place for a party!

Highly recommended, place it's clean and tidy, the roof looks amazing! Holiday vibes! Well done guys!

We a had a lovely drink here. The roof garden is lovely. Highly recommended!

Very nice people, it’s hard for me to rate this a 3, but the food was possibly the worst I have ever been served. Nothing in that kitchen is not frozen I don’t believe it. Very cheap sauces. I have had better food at a car boot. Saying that lots of screens, very friendly team, not at all the vibe portrayed online, sticky floors, nice rooftop, fresh seeming beer, slightly dodgy loos, but I would not come back if I had to eat anything. And we had a selection.

Went there to watch the World Cup Finals and everything from the atmosphere to the food was exceptional! The food and drinks arrived quick, even when ordered through the QR code. I liked how most tables had their own individual screens so eating and drinking whilst watching the game was very enjoyable and comfortable. Even though it was a 5 star experience for a sports bar, I felt the waiter was a bit stand-offish but I can understand that due to him waiting tables during a game. Also, the app/website let me pay for some food from the coffee shop a minute before it closed and I couldn't get my orders or my money back. Other than those two gripes, I will be returning soon👌🏾👌🏾👌🏾

Booked 2 tables in advance for 3pm. Went in person on the day at 12:30pm to confirm booking and request the tables to be together and was told this was all okay. Arrived at 3pm and there was no reservation signs for us and fortunately only one table available that we crammed around and made do. Lovely bar though and plenty of TV screens available. App worked well and drinks arrived in plenty of time even though it was super busy.

Went for a birthday party on the roof. Ran out of gas in outdoor heaters, no decent drinks only gin! Ladies toilet absolutely awful. Dirty with no working toilets!