The Railway
Victorian pub facing the former Exchange Station on Tithebarn Street
The Railway is a traditional Victorian pub at 18 Tithebarn Street in Liverpool's commercial district, opposite the frontage of the former Liverpool Exchange station. It keeps ornate ceilings and wood panelling, and serves cask ales including Fuller's London Pride, with food from breakfast onwards.
- Address
- 18 Tithebarn Street, Liverpool, L2 2DT
- Cuisine
- Traditional pub · pub food
- Building
- 18 Tithebarn Street
- Built
- Victorian
- Nearest station
- Moorfields
Opposite Exchange Station
The Railway takes its name from Liverpool Exchange station opposite. The station opened in May 1850 as a joint venture of two railway companies and closed in April 1977. Its frontage survives and was converted into the Mercury Court offices, and Moorfields station now serves the area.
Tithebarn Street was originally called Moor Street. It was renamed after a tithe barn built in 1523 by Sir William Molyneux at the corner of Cheapside. The pub itself is a traditional Victorian house with ornate ceilings and wood panelling, and stands next to the Lion Tavern.
Signature dishes
The Railway serves food from breakfast onwards, alongside a small cask range.
- 01
Breakfast
Served from 10:00 on opening days (CAMRA)
- 02
Sunday roast
The pub is known for its Sunday roasts
- 03
Grill specials
Wednesday evening grill specials, 15:00–20:00 (CAMRA)
- 04
Fuller's London Pride
Regular cask ale, alongside Robinsons Trooper and a guest
- Monday–Tuesday
- 12:00–23:00
- Wednesday–Sunday
- 10:00–23:00
Good to know
Why is it called the Railway?
It stands opposite the former Liverpool Exchange station, which operated from 1850 to 1977.
Does the Railway on Tithebarn Street serve food?
Yes. It serves breakfasts, lunches and Sunday roasts; CAMRA notes that food service generally ends at 20:00 (19:00 on Sunday).
What is the nearest station?
Moorfields, about 100 metres away according to CAMRA.
Which pub is next door?
The Lion Tavern.
