The Hare & Hounds Hotel offers both resident and local guests a choice of dining venues to suit their mood and the occasion. Whilst the restaurant is the natural choice for formal meals, special occasions and celebrations, Jack Hare’s is a comfortable and relaxing alternative with log fires in cooler weather. The hotel offers a warm welcome to non-residents throughout the day offering breakfast, morning coffee, lunches, afternoon teas and dinner, including  free WiFi connection throughout the hotel for all guests - laptop connection required.

See under 'SPECIAL OCCASIONS' and 'EVENTS' for details of forthcoming events, Festive Meals and Entertainment at The Hare and Hounds Hotel - open to non-residents.

THE WESTONBIRT RESTAURANT

This imposing, hammer beamed room overlooks the gardens and offers a pleasing selection of English and Continental dishes, complemented by an interesting wine list, ranging from Standard House Wines @ £12.50 per bottle to the Connoisseur’s Selection.

Dinner:  Daily Table d’hôte Menu at £26.00. (see sample menn)

On Sundays - an excellent three course menu with choice of five or six main courses including roast meats - £21.00 per person - booking advised.  Guests dining in the restaurant can enjoy a pre-dinner aperitif in the intimate cocktail bar or comfortable lounge which adjoins the restaurant.

WESTONBIRT RESTAURANT SAMPLE DINNER MENU Crispy topped Goats Cheese with Honey Roast Figs Chicken and Pistachio Terrine with Apple Elderflower and Mint Jelly Warm Smoked Salmon, Chive and Soured Cream Crêpes Chargrilled Asparagus wrapped in Pancetta, topped with a Soft Poached Egg and Parmesan Shavings Spinach, Ricotta and Parmesan Gnocch finished with Cream and Fresh Sage (can be served as Starter or Main Course) Homemade Soup of the Day  *** Roast Supreme of Halibut, on Sauteed Fennel and Courgette Ribbons with Crab and Lemongrass Broth Seared Fillet of Welsh Lamb, Creamed Celeriac, a Timbale of Crushed Minted New Potatoes and a Rosemary Scented Gravy Sliced Breast of Duckling, on a Wilted Bok Choi and Noodles with a Sweet and Sour Plum & Star Anise Jus Supreme of Corn Fed Chicken with a Cream Beetroot Risotto with Baby Broad Beans and Crispy Parma Ham Tagliatelle with Wild Mushrooms, Herb and Cream Chargrilled Sirloin Steak on ‘Bubble and Squeak’ with a Red Wine and Mushroom Jus  and Pancetta Wrapped Green Beans Beef Wellington with Green Beans, Sauté Potatoes and Madeira Sauce *** Rich Chocolate and Raspberry Pots Roasted Hazelnut & Caramel Brulée Fresh Strawberry and Mascarpone Shortbread with Basil Syrup Classic Summer Pudding Profiteroles with a Warm Chocolate Ganache Vanilla Pannacotta with Rhubarb Compote Selection of Ice Creams & Sorbets Cheese Platter served with Walnuts, Celery & Grapes *** Cafetiere Coffee or Espresso served with Chocolate Mints

JACK HARE’S

Jack Hare's is open from 11.00 a.m. and provides the ideal setting for more informal meals with an extensive choice of real ales, baguettes and freshly prepared meals served in a lively, convivial atmosphere. A favourite meeting place for local residents, Jack Hare’s is also popular with conference delegates seeking relaxation and refreshment after a busy day. 

      Detail from a tapestry in the Westonbirt

                                  Restaurant

           Enjoy an aperitif or a cup of

              freshly  brewed coffee in the lounge

Beef at its Best!

            Sweet temptations in the Restaurant!

             Look out for the hare in the Bar