
FEAST, FIZZ, FUN
Get merry with three drinks per person, whilst digging into our famous Christmas Dinner Hanging Kebab with all the trimmings. Our homegrown live musicians will keep the festive cheer wild, playing live as you drink and dine, all for £29.95 per person.
Offer valid Sunday to Thursday throughout December, from 6pm.
SECRET GARDEN
Where the atmosphere is alive with the spirit of nature.
DIG IN!
Fresh menus, packed with the season’s finest veg, fruit, spices and herbs.
EVERYTHING'S COMING UP ROSÉ
A garden party of liquid botanicals - like taking a stroll through a lush, boozy greenhouse.
….AND A PARTRIDGE IN A PEAR TREE
Our lush, plant-filled spaces turn into a boozy winter wonderland this festive season.
Feast, Fizz, Fun offer... Step into Christmas for just £29.95pp
The Botanist Barnsley
DIG INTO OUR MENUS
Grown, gathered and served – our menus are packed with the season’s finest veg, fruit, spices and herbs. Dig in!
What's On
Take a stroll and discover what’s on at your local Botanist. From Musical Bingo and Live Music to Happy Hour and Botanista Brunch, events in our garden are in full bloom.
NYE 2026
Join us from 7pm and party 'til the small hours.
Enjoy a welcome cocktail, three-course dinner and fizz as the clock strikes midnight, as part of our Feast ticket for £45pp - all soundtracked by our live house bands, all night long.
Or just looking to dance the night away? Our Bar tickets include a welcome cocktail and bubbles at midnight for just £15.
Live Music
Join us for live music every week, as our homegrown bands, duos and solo artists take to the stage.
Every Friday from 7pm and Saturday from 8pm ‘til late.
Festive Botanista Brunch
90 minutes of joy!
Enjoy any brunch dish and 3 drinks for £45pp, or go bottomless for £55pp.
Saturday from 10am until 1pm throughout December.
*excludes Edinburgh
Sunday Roasts
Roasted meats with crisp, garlic & herb roast potatoes and all the trimmings including bottomless Yorkshires and house gravy.
Only available on Sundays.
Seedlings Menus
Our Kids Menu is perfect for little gardeners. Every kids meal includes a houmous and cucumber snack pot, a main and a pud.
Don't forget - eat your greens!


An oasis made for unforgettable moments
Whether you’re sowing the seeds of party ideas or picking a date, The Botanist is the perfect place to host an event in full bloom. Add a touch of botany to any occasion. From parties and group bookings, to birthday celebrations and weddings, we'll make sure your event flourishes.
Live music at the Botanist
Join us for live music every week, as our homegrown bands, duos and solo artists take to the stage every Friday and Saturday night ‘til late.
05.12.2025•19:00The Botanist BarnsleyNat Matt And The Cat (Nathaniel Lodge)
We are a multi instrumental trio from Halifax, playing a massive range of covers from 50's to 10's from artists such as George Ezra, Chuck Berry, Tina Turner, ELO, Arctic Monkeys, Oasis, Erasure, The …
Nat Matt And The Cat (Nathaniel Lodge)
06.12.2025•20:00The Botanist BarnsleyThe Celebration Collective
Proffesional High-Energy 5 piece band, playing classic hits that will be sure to bring the feel good vibes to your event.We're here to fill your dancefloor and keep your bar as busy as ever! The Celeb…
The Celebration Collective
07.12.2025•19:00The Botanist BarnsleyBeth Ibbotson
A self-accompanied Piano Vocalist, I perform an acoustic mix of feel-good favourites, pop classics and stripped back tracks. Extensive performing experience, from solo gigs at private events, evening …
Beth Ibbotson
10.12.2025•19:00The Botanist BarnsleyBeth Ibbotson
A self-accompanied Piano Vocalist, I perform an acoustic mix of feel-good favourites, pop classics and stripped back tracks. Extensive performing experience, from solo gigs at private events, evening …
Beth Ibbotson
11.12.2025•19:00The Botanist BarnsleyAdam Lynch
I’m a one man band all around entertainer with a unique sounding voice and delicate spin on all your favourite sing alongs! From indie to pop from rock to country, I have a wide range of genres to a…
Adam Lynch
12.12.2025•19:00The Botanist BarnsleyKatie Billes and Josh Aitken Duo
Acoustic duo, singing/guitar
Katie Billes and Josh Aitken Duo
13.12.2025•20:00The Botanist BarnsleyGuacamaya
We’re a versatile wedding/Corporate band that has been heading out across the nation since June 2016, taking our unique festival-vibe sets out to pack dance floors up and down the country. We cover …
Guacamaya
14.12.2025•19:00The Botanist BarnsleyColette
Singer-guitarist that performs acoustic covers of all the favourites, from 00s RnB to pop and country.
Colette
17.12.2025•19:00The Botanist BarnsleyLee Bailey
Eyup! My name is Lee, a solo acoustic singer bringing vibrant energy and good banter to the stage with upbeat covers. From timeless classics of the 60s to modern-day hits, I perform each song with my …
Lee Bailey
18.12.2025•19:00The Botanist BarnsleyMolly Rymer
A soft-spoken singer-songwriter with a voice that pacts a punch, performing your favourite songs from across the decades with a signature folk-acoustic twist!
Molly Rymer
19.12.2025•19:00The Botanist BarnsleyNat Matt And The Cat (Nathaniel Lodge)
We are a multi instrumental trio from Halifax, playing a massive range of covers from 50's to 10's from artists such as George Ezra, Chuck Berry, Tina Turner, ELO, Arctic Monkeys, Oasis, Erasure, The …
Nat Matt And The Cat (Nathaniel Lodge)
20.12.2025•20:00The Botanist BarnsleyDesert Days
Desert Days is an indie/pop/rock band blending nostalgic vibes with modern edge. Performing the biggest hits with electrifying live energy, they bring a fresh soundtrack to unforgettable moments.
Desert Days
24.12.2025•16:00The Botanist BarnsleyKayne Taylor
I am a solo musician who offers vocals with acoustic guitar, and also foot drums (simultaneously). I perform covers from most genres including pop, blues, funk, R&B, country, rock, reggae, ballads, ro…
Kayne Taylor
31.12.2025•19:00The Botanist BarnsleyAdam Lynch
I’m a one man band all around entertainer with a unique sounding voice and delicate spin on all your favourite sing alongs! From indie to pop from rock to country, I have a wide range of genres to a…
Adam Lynch
31.12.2025•21:45The Botanist BarnsleyPlatinum Party Band
Hello! We are Platinum Party Band. We specialise in getting people up on their feet and creating a wonderful ‘party’ atmosphere!
Platinum Party Band
Our Spaces
Situated in The Glassworks in Barnsley, The Botanist is a ground-floor bar and restaurant with a large outdoor seating area. Dining meets entertainment with a unique live music stage set right in the heart of the restaurant, perfect for live music every Friday and Saturday evening.
Perfect for casual drinks, special occasions, or dining with friends, we offer a unique atmosphere, alive with the spirit of nature. With a freshly-cooked menu, a cocktail list boasting a garden party of botanical concoctions, and homegrown live music.
Bar
Our bar area is the perfect place for casual cocktails with friends or after-work drinks. With an extensive range of draught beers, a cocktail list inspired by the best of botany, and a wine list to sip and savour. See you at the bar!
Restaurant
Our restaurant space is alive with the vibrant spirit of nature. Step into a botanical wonderland and dig in to menus full of dishes packed with the season’s finest veg, fruit, spices and herbs. With a freshly-cooked menu of feel-good food, prepared by our chefs and served with a smile by our teams.
Outdoor seating area
Our outdoor seating area is just the spot for al fresco dining or a botanical cocktail (or two), whilst watching the world go by. With festoon lights, rattan furniture and botanical planters.
Book Now For Christmas
Our lush, plant-filled spaces turn into a boozy Winter wonderland, with feel-good food, cocktails that sparkle, house live bands... and a Partridge in a Pear Tree.
Join us from Wednesday 19th November until Wednesday 24th December, and indulge in our two- or three-course Christmas Dining Menu, or choose our Festive Finger Food Menu designed for mingling and perfect for drinks parties.
With homegrown live music, sure to get the party started, Christmas at The Botanist is sure to be blooming brilliant.
FAQs
Digging for answers? Discover our frequently asked questions below - if you still can't find what you're looking for, please get in touch.
Yes, The Botanist is dog friendly. We welcome your four-legged friends in our bar and outdoor areas.
We of course welcome all service and assistance dogs.
Our gluten-free menu includes a wide variety of dishes - including classic haddock and chips, chicken schnitzel with green garlic butter... and of course plenty of our famous hanging kebabs.
Discover more allergen and nutritional information here.
All of our locations are wheelchair-user friendly, including entrances, exits and bathroom facilities. Please note, there may be 2nd floor and/or additional private hire areas which are not accessible via wheelchair. For further accessibility information for your local Botanist, please get in touch via our contact form or give our team a call.
We believe plants should be celebrated in all their glory, which is why you’ll find plenty of vegan and veggie dishes on our menu. Head over to our menus to see what's in season.
You can check your Botanist Gift Card balance by entering your Gift Code and PIN here.
For any other Gift Card related questions, please contact us.
Find Us
The Glass Works
Barnsley
S70 1GW
Opening Times
Monday: 11:00am to 23:00pm
Tuesday: 11:00am to 23:00pm
Wednesday: 11:00am to 23:00pm
Thursday: 11:00am to 00:00pm
Friday: 10:00am to 01:00am
Saturday: 10:00am to 01:00am
Sunday: 11:00am to 23:00pm

The Botanist Exchange Society
Join The Botanist Exchange Society for a first look at what’s in season – from new dishes and drinks to exclusive offers, competitions and events – freshly handpicked, gathered and delivered straight to you.

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