John Franklin's

22/09/2025

25/06/2024

We’d really like to thank everyone for all the kind words of support and appreciation for JF and our lovely team. It really means a lot to all of us ♥️

A popular cheese and wine bar in Northampton town centre announced its upcoming closure with “a heavy heart” after an “incredible” seven years.

24/06/2024

With a heavy heart, we have to share that after 7 incredible years, John Franklin’s will be closing its doors.

Despite our best efforts, unfortunately this is completely out of our hands. We’re incredibly proud of our team, and all those who have been a part of it in these past 7 years. Through such difficult times, economically, during the pandemic, and the lack of shows due to the RAAC concrete, we are so proud to have continually remained profitable, and kept what feels like a family, together.

A massive thank you to our amazing customers who have made John Franklin’s a place filled with laughter and happy memories. We’re sad to say goodbye, but incredibly grateful for the journey.

In the meantime, come and raise a glass (and savour some cheese!) with us one last time 🥂

Last day of service will be the 27th of JULY! ☹️

12/03/2024

IMPORTANT - please read! ⚠️🌷
Please note that we’re experiencing some technical issues with our business email address, and so for any ALREADY booked parties or events, please contact us via our new interim email address: [email protected] 📧
Booking via the form on our website is still working, so for any new bookings, please feel free to keep using this system! 😊♥️

16/01/2024

It’s chilly outside, come on in! 👀🍕🍻
Join us for a cosy vibe with good food & plenty of drinks to choose from. Whether you’re keeping a dry Jan or a wet one… we’ve got you covered! 🍷🍹

17/12/2023

Just a heads up! 🕰️🎄
Check out our hours during the festive period below, we’re really enjoying serving the mulled wine & home baked mince pies to you all.
If we don’t catch you before, thanks for all the support & we wish all our lovely customers a wonderful Christmas and a very happy new year! 🥂

29/11/2023

The Tree is HERE! 🎄🥂
Our lovely team enjoyed sprucing the place up for Christmas! Only 26 days to go… 🎅🏻♥️
We’ve got plenty of homemade mince pies, mulled wine & mulled cider to get you into the spirit! 🍷❄️✨

23/11/2023

Fancy getting tipsy the Tudor way? 🏵️👑🥂
We’ve crafted SIX The Musical Cocktails to serve throughout next week. Celebrating the wonderful return of the production at Royal & Derngate 🎭
Each has been tailored to a particular queen, so don’t miss out on these royal serves! 🎤👸🏻

06/11/2023

Pop in and access the audio performance of Seven Stories (Installation) by Steven Holding, anytime from today until the 12th of November by simply scanning the QR Code here at John Franklin's using a smartphone! 👀📱

12/09/2023

11/09/2023

Good News! ⚠️
After our short closure for surveys in the Royal & Derngate buildings, we are relieved to share that John Franklin’s does not contain RAAC concrete. This means we will be safely reopening tomorrow and running our opening hours as usual 🥂
Thank you for everyone’s support and understanding during this uncertain time, and we can’t wait to have you all back with us!
Thanks! ~ the JF team 😊🧀 🍻

04/09/2023

IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT: Temporary closure ❎

Due to the unfortunate discovery of RAA Concrete in our buildings, Royal & Derngate, John Franklin’s and The Filmhouse will be temporarily closed.
We ask for your patience during this time, and we will reopen as soon as possible.

For more information, please visit www.royalandderngate.co.uk/temporary-closure

IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT: Temporary building closure

Due to the unfortunate discovery of RAA Concrete in our buildings, Royal & Derngate is temporarily closed.
During this closure period, entry to the building is prohibited, and all performances and events during September at Royal & Derngate are being postponed.
Northampton Filmhouse is now also temporarily closed.
Box Office will contact ticket holders for all affected events in the coming days.
We ask for your patience during this time, and we will reopen as soon as possible.
We will post updates as this situation unfolds.
For more information, please visit www.royalandderngate.co.uk/temporary-closure