Lovely pub but be aware - car parking enforcement by private company. Visited The Railway Hotel on 23.02.25 and have sadly been issued with a parking penalty that has just arrived through the post. It appears there is a private car parking company now monitoring the car park, there is signage but it isn't the clearest in terms of effect on pub patrons etc and where to register so your car isn't fined. Sadly weather was atrocious when we were visiting and I was preoccupied with getting our small child from the car to the pub so myself, my husband and mother all missed the signs (mainly around the decked area, not the street door which we went to). We were not advised of the new car parking enforcement by any of the staff members we spoke with during our visit - have highlighted to the pub it may be worth letting customers know about the parking when they book in at the bar for their reservation (which we did). In terms of the food etc, (we visited for Sunday lunch) it was reasonable and good quality. Reasonable prices and staff were friendly. However, the car parking penalty could catch a few out there ( as seems to have been the case when I spoke to one of the staff via the phone today). So be...
Read moreMy fiance and I went here for a celebratory meal not expecting much from a local pub however we could have not been more wrong as the menu was extensive but not overwhelming service was absolutely delightful the drinks reasonably priced and the quality of the food premium it was a real shock and we have certainly advised on everyone especially those for a gluten-free vegan that they should come with us to the railway one day a small procedure could be that the Sunday roasts which are truly extraordinary or a little bit pricey for those who might not be able to afford it however they are also the top...
Read moreThe pub appears to have changed hands. Prices are more affordable now than before, but the food quality is now less. The fries and chicken burger filling were enjoyable. The bun was fine. I wouldn't bring foodie friends here, but good place for people who are on a budget.
Seemed to be a lot of people watching sport in both areas of the pub. I personally prefer pubs where there is a section without screens for people eating.
Dogs are welcome, but would have been too busy for my dog to feel comfortable. The decking area is lovely place for a couple of drinks in the warm /...
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