The Railway
Station-side Nepalese feasts, cask ales, and family garden in Whittlesey.
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Hours today
12:00 – 22:00 (Family lunch service)
Call us
01733 788345
Find us
139 Station Road, Whittlesey, PE7 1UF
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The Railway
4.8 / 5
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The Railway
4.5 / 5 (88 reviews)
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Disclaimer
Opening and closing hours can change for private hires, events, or seasonal menus. Please contact the pub ahead of time to confirm the exact service schedule.
Weekly hours
- Monday
- 12:00 – 22:00
- Tuesday
- 12:00 – 22:00
- Wednesday
- 12:00 – 22:00
- Thursday
- 12:00 – 22:00
- Friday
- 12:00 – 23:00
- Saturday
- 12:00 – 23:00
- Sunday
- 12:00 – 22:00
A station landmark reborn with momo platters, cask ales, and platform-friendly opening hours.
Menu spans all-day pub classics and a massive Nepalese curry list that delights takeaway regulars.
Garden and terrace welcome families and dogs, while inside hosts live bands, quiz nights, and straw-bear festival crowds.
Cask Marque accreditation keeps ale lovers happy and rotating guest beers flowing.
2020
Pub closes briefly before refurbishment.
2022
Reopens with Nepalese kitchen, takeaway, and entertainment calendar.
2024
Earns Cask Marque certification for real ale quality.
Deep dive on The Railway.
Location & Atmosphere
Whittlesey’s Railway is a spacious pub near the station with indoor projector screens, TVs, and a big garden that swings between live music weekends and family afternoons. It’s designed to handle large groups without losing its casual charm.
Food & Drink
Menu staples cover Nepalese curries, sizzling grills, and British comforts, while the bar pours real ales, mainstream lagers, and ciders. They lean into event menus for BBQs or the Straw Bear Festival crowds.
Key Features
- Family play space and pet-friendly garden
- Sky/TNT sports plus projector for headline games
- Live music weekends, quizzes, and charity events
- On-site parking with additional street overflow
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance and restrooms
What Reviewers Say
Visitors praise the energetic yet welcoming vibe, noting it’s an easy choice for big gatherings thanks to fast service and consistent food quality.
Source: Guest review summaries cited in the Detailed Profiles dossier.
Scenes from the dining room.
Every service begins before dawn with deliveries from our growers and ends with guests lingering over a nightcap.
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Signature plates this season.
Kathmandu Tikka (Served in Grill) (GF)
GF • dry
Rack of Lamb (GF)
GF • dry
Paneer Saslick (GF)
veg • GF • dry
Salmon Tikka (GF)
GF • dry
Tandoori King Prawn (GF)
GF • dry
Himali Lamb (GF)
Special Veggie Tarkari (V)(GF)
veg • GF
Veggie Biryani
Chicken Biryani
Dietary accommodations
- Vegetarian and vegan curry line with dairy-free momo dipping sauces.
- Gluten-aware naan, burger buns, and desserts prepared separately.
- Kids' platform menu with mild curries and brunch plates.
Seasonal specials
- Friday Platform Sessions with live bands and DJ sets.
- Quiz Express league pairing Nepalese sharing boards with trivia.
- Straw Bear festival brunch boards with spiced bloody marys.
We make arrival effortless.
Address
139 Station Road
Whittlesey
PE7 1UF
Parking
Free evening parking at the station after 18:00 plus on-site bays and bike racks.
Public transit
Direct Greater Anglia services stop opposite; buses run along Station Road.
Ramp entrance
Rail-compliant ramp from pavement to bar with tactile guides.
Accessible restroom
Radar-key restroom beside the lounge with transfer space and baby change.
Quiet corners
Acoustic-treated snug for sensory breaks during busy matches.
Stay in touch
Call 01733 788345
Email therailway@lapeninns.com
Know before you go.
Service & Dining
Service options
- Dine-in
- Takeout
Menu Offerings
Highlights
- Live sports
- Authentic Nepalese cuisine
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Wine
Amenities & Atmosphere
Amenities
- Outdoor seating
- Free Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Television
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Friendly
Crowd & Planning
Crowd
- Family-friendly
- Good for groups
Planning
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Contactless payments
Family & Pets
Children
- Highchairs available
Pets
- Dogs allowed
Parking
- On-site parking
- Street parking
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
Heard through the grapevine.
“Top-notch food with a huge selection of curries—portions are generous.”
“Lovely large garden and terrace, great for an afternoon drink.”
Press highlights
- Inapub
Station pub reborn with Nepalese heart, live music, and a wow-factor refurb.
Follow along
Watch behind-the-scenes prep, cellar reveals, and playlist drops on Instagram stories each service.
Gatherings tailored to your occasion.
From intimate chef’s table residencies to garden receptions, our events team choreographs every detail.
Friday Platform Sessions
Live bands timed with late trains, momo platters, and cask pairings.
- Sound engineer
- Artist hospitality
- Late bar
Quiz Express
Transport-themed quiz nights with sharing platters and prize tabs.
- Quiz host
- Sharing platters
- Prize tab
Make a day of it around Whittlesey.
Pair a visit to The Railway with fenland nature reserves, market squares, and straw-bear folklore.
Whittlesey Wash Nature Reserve
Birdwatching and fenland trails nearby.
Buttercross & Market Square
Saturday markets beneath the historic Buttercross.
Whittlesey Museum
Discover straw-bear history and local crafts.
Secure your table.
Reserve via our booking partners or share special requests and our concierge team will tailor the evening.
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Prefer to talk?
Call 01733 788345 or email therailway@lapeninns.com.
Concierge reservations
Online forms are paused. Email info@lapeninns.com with your preferred date, party size, and any celebrations. Our team will curate the evening and confirm details by reply.
- Share dietary needs, access notes, or entertainment requests.
- Let us know which pub you plan to visit.
- Include the best phone number for quick clarifications.
We reply within one business day.
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