Our Story
Every Place
Has A Story.
Inside a historic Croston inn, a new chapter has begun.
The Building
Two Hundred Years In The Making.
Before Black Rabbit, this Grade II listed building was known as The Grapes Hotel. It has stood at the heart of Croston for around 200 years, close to the River Yarrow.
Its age and existing character shaped the place it has become. Today, the historic inn has entered a new chapter as Black Rabbit.
The Name
The Rabbit Behind The Name.
The name Black Rabbit draws inspiration from the De Trafford family of Croston Old Hall and a curious local story surrounding Ermy De Trafford, who is said to have bred unusually large rabbits.
Part history, part folklore, the tale became the starting point for a new identity rooted in Croston.
Part history.
Part folklore.
Entirely Croston.
A New Chapter
A Familiar Place, Reimagined.
The former inn is now home to a restaurant, a characterful bar and six individually designed hotel rooms.
From the terrace and social spaces to slow mornings, evening drinks and overnight stays, the building has found a new rhythm while keeping its place in Croston.
Rooted Here
Made For Croston.
Black Rabbit takes its cues from the village around it, from the River Yarrow and the history of the building to the character that makes Croston feel like nowhere else.
A place to meet, eat, drink and stay, right in the heart of the village.
Find UsYour Black Rabbit Story
The Next Chapter Is Yours.
Come for breakfast, settle in for dinner or stay a little longer. Discover Black Rabbit in the heart of Croston.