The Hind Hotel was a 17th century coaching inn and was a resting point for a large contingent of Oliver Cromwell’s Army before marching into battle at nearby Naseby in 1645. The generals met at The Hind to discuss strategy before the great battle. Indeed it is reputed that Cromwell stayed at The Hind.

In “A History of Wellingborough” by Joyce and Maurice Palmer it notes that “A thousand things has the old Hind seen. Once it sheltered corn-dealers, before the Corn Exchange was built and swallowed up many a coach-and-four into its inner yard, giving shelter to weary travellers and the delivery of mails. It has seen the pulling down of the Cross, the Old White Swan and the Butcher Row. It has offered asylum to the emancipated voters and kept out the mob until the Cavalry came...

Indeed the Hind has always been at the very centre and heart of the affairs of the town and still is at the hub of the social and cultural life of Wellingborough.”

The Hind Hotel Accommodation
Our 34 bedrooms are tastefully and comfortably decorated and all offer ensuite facilities with bath and shower. Each bedroom features an LCD flatscreen television, direct dial telephone, hair dryer and welcoming hospitality tray. Room Service is also available 24 hours a day. There is also complimentary Wi-fi in every room and throughout the hotel.

Dining at The Hind Hotel
The Hind Hotel has three places to eat on site:

Cromwell's Bar offers bar snacks and a light lunch menu and a wonderful Sunday Lunch. This is a split level bar open to residents and non residents. Whether you are staying at the hotel or looking for a place to eat and drink with family and friends, Cromwell's Bar is for you. The bar offers an extensive menu of home cooked food. Look out for the Specials Board. The hotel is increasingly looking to source its food from local suppliers. With advanced warning, we can cater for all dietary requirements.

Food is served:
Monday - Saturday 12pm-3pm and 6pm-9pm
Sunday Lunch 12pm-3pm

We are currently running an acoustic afternoon from 4pm on Sundays.

Ollie's Coffee Shop serves morning coffee, tea and cakes as well as hot and cold lunches. Open every day except Sunday, Ollie’s is the ideal spot for relaxing and watching the world go by. Whether you want a cup of Fair Trade tea or coffee, a light lunch or something more substantial, Ollie’s menu is delicious and varied.

Ollie's is open:
Monday - Saturday 10am-5pm

The Oak Beamed Restaurant serves dinner every evening. Located in one of the oldest parts of the hotel, the main restaurant is full of character featuring oak beams and an original fireplace. The restaurant is open for breakfast for residents from 7am-9am and reopens for dinner. Dining here in the evening is wonderfully atmospheric and our varied menu changes with the seasons. We also have a comprehensive wine list featuring wines from all over the world. The room is also available for private hire during the day for business lunches or special occasions.

So whatever your tastes at whatever time of day, we are confident that you will find something to your liking.

The Hind Hotel Services and Facilities:

Weddings
Our experienced wedding co-ordinators know how important your wedding day is and are dedicated to taking away all the stress leaving you free to enjoy your fabulous day. We are flexible to your needs and can cater for a small, intimate gathering or a large banquet.

As a Grade II* listed building we can offer some lovely photo opportunities and many couples enjoy the chance to have photographs taken on the balcony at the front of the hotel with Doris – our beautiful golden hind that the hotel is named after!

Conferences
The Hind Hotel is an ideal conference venue for any organisation looking for a character venue with close proximity to motorway networks. For larger meetings or conferences our Georgian suite can accommodate up to 100 pleople.

Our Queen Anne suite on the first floor is tastefully decorated and features high ceilings, natural daylight and a break-out area. This room can accommodate an excess of 50 people.

The fascinating history behind the Cromwell Room makes it a popular choice for a small intimate wedding or family gathering for up to 20 guests. it is also adaptable for a meeting room for up to 30. It has dark wood panelling and many original features.

Cavaliers Lounge
This groundfloor room is ideal for small informal meetings and can comfortably seat 8 people. To ensure the smooth running of your meeting or event, we can provide equipment including laptop projector & screen, TV and DVD, flipcharts, and PA systems. Our daily delegate and 24 hour delegate rates are very competitive.