The Botanist, Newcastle Upon Tyne

Very impressive bar on the top floor of an old building which is now Monument Mall. It's accessible by a lift or by lots of steps. There's one massive room under the main glass dome of the building plus a small side annex with views down Grey Street. A large tree with fairy lights dominates the middle of the bar which is a Scottish style island one. Lots of high tables along with standard dining tables and chairs. There's also an open kitchen down a few steps. As with all bars owned by New World Trading the real ale is served from fake casks behind the bar. I had a pint of Passionate Blonde which is brewed for them by Cloudwater in Manchester, very nice it was too. It's a bit pricey in here, as all the chains bars are, but it is classy. We'll be back next time as the other half loved it.