What's on
From Musical Bingo and Live Music to Happy Hour and Botanista Brunch, events in our garden are in full bloom.
What's On
Take a stroll and discover what’s on at The Botanist Chester. 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!
Musical Bingo
Join us on the first Thursday of every month at 7pm for Musical Bingo with live house bands, plus a bonus Happy Hour that goes all night long.
It’s a full house! We welcome walk-ins so booking isn’t essential, but we recommend securing your spot in advance.
£8.50 Lunch Menu
Join us for our lunch menu, served until 4pm, Monday to Friday.
Enjoy a lighter version of our famous kebabs (this time not hanging), served with garlic flatbread, rocket salad and houmous with crispy chickpeas. Let’s graze!
HAPPY HOUR
Let's get wild!
Join us for Happy Hour 4-7pm every weekday where the drinks (and good times) flow.
Any two classic cocktails £16.95
Pint of Pravha or Aspall Cyder £4.95
Bottle of house wine or fizz £16.95
*Excludes Edinburgh
Botanista Brunch
90 minutes of joy! Enjoy any brunch dish and 3 drinks for £37.50, or go bottomless for £47.50, every Friday & Saturday from 10am until 2pm.
Choose from the following drinks – feel free to mix and match:
Favourites: Prosecco, Mimosa, Pint of Pravha or Aspall Cyder, Aperol Spritz, Strawberry Shrub Spritz
Cocktails: The Bloody Botanist, The Botanista Cosmo, Espresso Martini, Garden, Gimlet
Non Alc: Garden Mary, Hu-No Spritz
*Excludes The Botanist Edinburgh
Botanist Sunday Roast
Our great Sunday roast is a warm hug when you need it most. Gather your friends and take it easy over roasted meats served with crisp garlic & herb roast potatoes, maple-glazed carrots and fresh steamed greens.
Add pigs in blankets, sage & onion stuffing balls and oozy cauliflower cheese for everyone at the table to dig in to. Our Yorkshire puddings and house gravy are bottomless.
Live Music
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. Take a look below at who's playing this weekend.
05.12.2025•19:00The Botanist ChesterBaby’s Band - Duo
Meet Baby’s Band, a dynamic Duo bringing a fresh spin to classic hits
Baby’s Band - Duo
06.12.2025•13:00The Botanist Chesterailis
Guitar/vocal solo act. Sets can be adapted for chilled afternoon vibes or made more lively for evening slots. Set features songs from 60’s - 2025 with a specialism in Indie, pop, rock and stripped-b…
ailis
06.12.2025•20:00The Botanist ChesterOli Ng - Duo
Oli Ng Duo, consisting of Solo Singer Oli Ng and a variety of accompanying instrumentalists such as Guitar, Bass, Percussion or backing singer.
Oli Ng - Duo
07.12.2025•13:00The Botanist ChesterJoe Knowles
Upbeat singer and guitarist Joe Knowles is equally suited to a relaxed bar/restaurant or an energetic pub singalong. With a bass drum percussion pedal and an expansive set of popular acoustic covers J…
Joe Knowles
08.12.2025•19:00The Botanist ChesterBerian
I’ve played every type of gig out there working in varying line ups in quality venues with amazing musicians . I play everything from chilled background music to lively sing a longs.
Berian
09.12.2025•19:00The Botanist ChesterAlec T
UPBEAT POP ROCK, INDIE, ALT--COUNTRY, SOUL, ROCK ‘N’ ROLL & IRISH SONGS. CLASSIC & MODERN HITS. …
Alec T
10.12.2025•19:00The Botanist ChesterLucy Starr
British indie singer-songwriter Lucy Starr has gained global radio play, chart success with empowering hits, festival performances, TV appearances and acclaimed releases since 2018.
Lucy Starr
11.12.2025•19:00The Botanist ChesterGuy Connor
- Experienced, professional & reliable. - 215 gigs played last year - Large repertoire of Rock / Pop / Soul from the 1950's to present day. - Can provide either an upbeat set of party bangers, or…
Guy Connor
12.12.2025•19:00The Botanist ChesterBen & Xav
Ben & Xav are an acoustic duo blending soulful vocals, rhythmic grooves, and timeless tunes. With Ben on vocals and guitar and Xav on drums, they deliver dynamic live performances that span decades of…
Ben & Xav
13.12.2025•13:00The Botanist ChesterGuy Connor
- Experienced, professional & reliable. - 215 gigs played last year - Large repertoire of Rock / Pop / Soul from the 1950's to present day. - Can provide either an upbeat set of party bangers, or…
Guy Connor
13.12.2025•20:00The Botanist ChesterMojo
Hey, we’re Alex and Chris and we’ve been working in the industry for many years – across various platforms such as weddings, corporate sector, and numerous bars and restaurants. We always striv…
Mojo
14.12.2025•13:00The Botanist ChesterNaomi Campbell solo
Naomi Campbell delivers a soulful blend of storytelling and melody through her solo music. Originally from a small rural town in Ireland, Naomi moved to Liverpool in 2014 and since then has played acr…
Naomi Campbell solo
15.12.2025•19:00The Botanist ChesterEllie Keegan
Part-time Dad Dancer, full-time music maker, I am a performer based in the North West, having called Liverpool home for 10 years, I am now based in Urmston. I can provide music for all occasions. Whe…
Ellie Keegan
16.12.2025•19:00The Botanist ChesterLucy Starr
British indie singer-songwriter Lucy Starr has gained global radio play, chart success with empowering hits, festival performances, TV appearances and acclaimed releases since 2018.
Lucy Starr
17.12.2025•19:00The Botanist ChesterSarah Deboe
Established guitarist and singer, with extensive experience touring both nationally and internationally, as part of duo: me + deboe. Music director and composer, and stump box for a bigger sound when …
Sarah Deboe
18.12.2025•19:00The Botanist ChesterNaomi Campbell solo
Naomi Campbell delivers a soulful blend of storytelling and melody through her solo music. Originally from a small rural town in Ireland, Naomi moved to Liverpool in 2014 and since then has played acr…
Naomi Campbell solo
19.12.2025•19:00The Botanist ChesterBig Guy Small - Duo
Pop, soul and rock 'n' roll band based in the North West. With members of the band based in Liverpool and Cheshire, they came together in 2017 to create a project that oozes style, passion and excitem…
Big Guy Small - Duo
20.12.2025•13:00The Botanist ChesterOli Ng
Oli Ng is a Singer-Songwriter from Crewe, England. His songs which have been said to give a life affirming, honest, and positive take on some of life’s greatest challenges, have taken him across t…
Oli Ng
21.12.2025•17:00The Botanist Chesterailis
Guitar/vocal solo act. Sets can be adapted for chilled afternoon vibes or made more lively for evening slots. Set features songs from 60’s - 2025 with a specialism in Indie, pop, rock and stripped-b…
ailis
22.12.2025•19:00The Botanist ChesterCharlie Reader
North West based solo singer & guitarist provides a lively cover set ranging from Irish & Country classics to contemporary bangers. With over 12 years live experience and has worked with Mumford & Son…
Charlie Reader
23.12.2025•19:00The Botanist ChesterLauren Jean
Lauren Jean - A Singer/ Songwriter. Lauren performs a variety of music from Dolly Parton, Birdy, The Courteeners, The Killers, Adele and many more. She can do chilled out acoustic sets or get up and d…
Lauren Jean
24.12.2025•17:00The Botanist ChesterSarah Deboe
Established guitarist and singer, with extensive experience touring both nationally and internationally, as part of duo: me + deboe. Music director and composer, and stump box for a bigger sound when …
Sarah Deboe
31.12.2025•19:00The Botanist ChesterAlec T
UPBEAT POP ROCK, INDIE, ALT--COUNTRY, SOUL, ROCK ‘N’ ROLL & IRISH SONGS. CLASSIC & MODERN HITS. …
Alec T
31.12.2025•21:45The Botanist Chesterme + deboe
Established duo ME & Deboe transcend genre to deliver a range of emotive performances driven by poignant lyrics and powerful riffs.
Energetic and intricate compositions, coupled with a fresh approa…
me + deboe
Book now for Christmas
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.
Gift Cards
Treat your loved one to dishes packed with veg, fruit, spices and herbs, cocktails inspired by the best of botany and homegrown live music.

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