Founded in 1852, the Great Northern Hotel has an abundance of character, and it's located across from Peterborough Station in a prime location. Discover the joys of the area by staying in a hotel with history. A dedicated member of staff is available to you throughout your stay, and our on-site restaurant is full of delicious food. If our staff can do anything to make your stay more enjoyable and comfortable, please do not hesitate to ask.
Rest your head on an extremely comfortable bed after a hard day. With three choices of high-quality rooms available, you have all the amenities that you need to relax. Have a great nights' sleep at our premium hotel. At a cost of 2,500, and designed by architect Henry Goddard, the hotel entered the world. In the beginning, the Great Northern Railway (GNR) company owned the hotel, but allowed its management to rent the hotel and employ the staff.
In 1857, prestigious American novelist Nathaniel Hawthorne stayed at the hotel. He described it as 'wretched and uncomfortable', which reflected the standards of the time.
Rest your head on an extremely comfortable bed after a hard day. With three choices of high-quality rooms available, you have all the amenities that you need to relax. Have a great nights' sleep at our premium hotel. At a cost of 2,500, and designed by architect Henry Goddard, the hotel entered the world. In the beginning, the Great Northern Railway (GNR) company owned the hotel, but allowed its management to rent the hotel and employ the staff.
In 1857, prestigious American novelist Nathaniel Hawthorne stayed at the hotel. He described it as 'wretched and uncomfortable', which reflected the standards of the time.
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A fascinating insight into life in the early 20th century was discovered in the hotel archives.
Information given by Laura Beken, a chambermaid who started working at the hotel in 1935 at the age of 25, allows us to see what life was like.
Her normal working day started at 6am and ended at 10pm, with two hours off in between.
Unmarried staff lived in the hotel, and women were accommodated above the kitchen as it was warm during the winter.
Chambermaids bought their own uniforms, which consisted of a blue dress for the mornings and a black one for the afternoons.
Information given by Laura Beken, a chambermaid who started working at the hotel in 1935 at the age of 25, allows us to see what life was like.
Her normal working day started at 6am and ended at 10pm, with two hours off in between.
Unmarried staff lived in the hotel, and women were accommodated above the kitchen as it was warm during the winter.
Chambermaids bought their own uniforms, which consisted of a blue dress for the mornings and a black one for the afternoons.
For more than 160 years, the Great Northern Hotel has been welcoming guests from all corners of the world.
Whether you are looking for an intimate ceremony or a grand affair, we have a wedding venue to suit all your needs.
As an oasis of historical charm right in the heart of Peterborough, our classic hotel is a great place to host your wedding after-party.
Create a memorable and magical moment with the help of our friendly team.
From the moment you contact us, our dedicated wedding team are on hand to create the style and ambience you wish for your special day.
Whether you are looking for an intimate ceremony or a grand affair, we have a wedding venue to suit all your needs.
As an oasis of historical charm right in the heart of Peterborough, our classic hotel is a great place to host your wedding after-party.
Create a memorable and magical moment with the help of our friendly team.
From the moment you contact us, our dedicated wedding team are on hand to create the style and ambience you wish for your special day.
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