Bealim House enters a new era – welcoming Indian Street food Thali tray, Central Bean, Bealim House bar and Newcastle Gin under one eclectic roof. We explored the journey which has created Newcastle’s latest hospitality hub conveniently offering everything from coffee to wine, housing Newcastle’s only gin distillery and an Indian street food destination.

Based in the central area for business in Newcastle City Centre amongst some of the region’s most modern office blocks and a just stone’s throw from the home of Newcastle United at St James Park, sits Bealim House – a hospitality destination which has recently undergone a significant transformation.

Bealim House has an interesting history, having been a printworks set up in the 1800’s by John Beall Jnr and his son Percy Beall – with the basement operating as an air raid shelter during the war. Fast forward to 2000 and the Vaulkhard Group, known then as Fluid Group, acquired the building to create Fluid Bar and Kitchen and going on to rename the venue to Bealim House in a nod to its heritage.

Bealim House developed into one of the city’s most popular destinations for coffee meetings, afterwork drinks, casual dining and matchday pints. It also became home to The Newcastle Gin Company – the city’s only working in-house Gin still, creating a venue unlike anything else in the area. The bar’s interior design pays homage to the history of the building honouring its industrial feel with wooden flooring, antique leather seating, vintage tiles and varnished brick walls.

2023 has marked a new era for Bealim House, as it becomes a vibrant mix of hospitality outlets all in one destination. The Vaulkhard Group has introduced its coffee house, Central Bean, to the building – which was formerly based just across the street on Gallowgate. Its move to just yards away has ensured its regular customers are still able to grab a coffee to take away on their commute or meeting colleagues and clients.

Thali Tray is now located on the building’s first floor, offering a selection of freshly prepared Indian street food. The business, ran by owner Josh Roberts, relocated to Bealim House from Ouseburn, where he grew a cult following thanks to the authentic tastes and techniques which Josh picked up first hand during a working trip across India.

The flow throughout the building remains, ensuring it’s a comfortable and welcoming destination to enjoy a coffee, a gin, a casual lunch, dinner or all. Another aspect of this success story is that the evolution of Bealim House has ensured that the team from Central Bean have all maintained their roles, with over 20 team members working throughout the venue.

After two decades of success for Bealim House the world was turned upside down by Covid-19. Working habits changed from being office based to working from home and the challenges for the hospitality sector became immeasurable. It was time for Bealim House to evolve to meet the needs of its clientele.

The Vaulkhard Group has shown how to adapt to a challenging market with its new concept. Its ability to reflect on the culture change around hospitality and the wants of its clients, while attracting new visitors has resulted not only in maintaining the popularity of this iconic Newcastle venue, but in growing its appeal.  

Find out more please visit www.bealimhouse.co.uk