The Railway in Manchester

Lovely staff. The curry they were doing for free for customers smelt amazing !! Came in for my half a mild. Holts pubs are always friendly ❤️

I very rarely leave reviews but had a bad experience with service from female member of staff with a long pony tail and nose piercing. I hadn’t decided what I wanted to drink and my 2 friends had just ordered a Diet Coke and we were paying separately so then when I asked for one too she said nothing in response - just turned around in a huff and angrily started making it, slamming the glass down and saying nothing when she handed it to me. When my friend ordered two more after me she made a snide comment ‘that’s how you order’ !! Maybe I caught her on a bad day but I’ve never felt like I’ve done something wrong for ordering a Diet Coke before- really unnecessary.

Really can't fault this place in anyway, ran by the most lovely and accomodating people with amazing staff too!!

I love the cozy atmosphere there so picked it for my birthday drinks. I was waiting for friends there before going to a restaurant nearby, and after chatting was asked how large my group was and was guided to an appropriate group of tables and they were reserved for us to be available when we got back! The beer selection is excellent. Try the Sixex before the brewery takes it away for the summer, and give the Smooth a go if you're after a low % option, which might be a good idea if you've just had a Sixex.

An excellent little boozer; good selection of swallow & plenty going on through the week.

Easily the best pub in West Didsbury. Stacey and Mark have taken a quiet, declining boozer and transformed it in to a thriving, beloved cornerstone of the local area. They show popular sports events, regularly cook up free food for everyone, have the second-best quiz in South Manchester and have created one of the most welcoming environments I've ever experienced in a pub. Cannot recommend highly enough.

Friendly welcoming pub, even though it can get busy due to it's popularity it's never felt overbearing or unsafe. Staff will do their utmost best to make sure everyone gets a good pint and a seat. Pub dog Beans is the best pub dog.

Nice pub, decent selection, didn't eat anything but i had an experience here thats put me off going back. Went in for the pub quiz. I rang up earlier to check it was on and the guy on the phone told be I'd best get there an hour or so before to guarantee a table. Fair enough, no worries, must get busy, typical for a decent pub quiz. So I showed up an hour before, wasn't too busy yet so I got a pint a found a decent small (4 person tops) table whilst I waited for my mates to arrive who were about 5mins behind me. After a couple of mins one of the barmaids came over with two people who i think had just walked in and told me I had to move because there was four of them (there was only 2 of them there) and my group was only 3. There was no reservation or anything, the barmaid explained that they get busy and have to make the most of the space. To clarify the pub was not that busy yet and there were definitely other seats available in the pub. I didnt really want to get into any sort of confrontation so I agreed to move although I think the people who my table was being given to could tell that it didnt sit right and they were even apologetic. So the barmaid moved me to another table. One of those small round ones with stools around it (only 2 stools, she kindly pulled up some kind of school chair for our 3rd person). Right next to the fruit machine and conveniently just out of sight if where the quiz host is stood. So I went from showing up an hour early, spending my money and bagging a decent table to what was probably the worst table in the pub. I could tell she was seating people as the pub did fill up a bit more and can appreciate that maybe a bit of people managment is required. However making us move table an hour ahead of the quiz for the sake of squeezing an extra person in who wasn't even in the pub yet has definitely rubbed me the wrong way and if there was a set of unwritten rules about pub etiquette, I feel like this has broken them ha. Anyways, rant over, not sure if i'll go back but if I do I'll only be showing up 5 mins before the quiz in full expectation that some other poor sod is moved table to accomodate my arse.

The Railway is the favourite local I've ever had, from the service to the atmosphere. A class act all the way

I told Ic and Flic that this was once a John Smith pub where a mate got a six hour New Year lock in circa 1977. Now, thankfully Joe Holts. Much changed in the last 50 years but the Holts bitter is superb. Left last bar at Everton 2 - 0 MUFC. 2 - 2 as I walked into a cheering pub. Proper pub. Loved it.

Nice Pub. Friendly staff & customers. Hardly had any bottles larger I wanted left

Always a great choice of beer on tap, fantastic service with a smile and a great atmosphere. Nice pub with a nice crowd.

We recently organised a retirement do at the Railway! From first meeting Stacey it was an absolute warm welcome and the communication was fabulous right up to last orders! Stacey could not do enough for us to make it an absolute great party and send off with about 60-70 people! Was allowed to sort food and used Costco and Prove pizzas which went down very well!! So highly recommend having a party or gathering at this pub! Thanks to Stacey and her fabulous team of staff it was a special night! Thanks guys , Alastair and Karen xx

Went to watch the rugby, was a great atmosphere and despite being very busy, the staff were great 👍

Absolutely cracking staff, beer and atmosphere. Couldn't ask more from a pub.

Great pub! incredible beers and well priced. Always running incredible events too.

The friendliest pub in Didsbury, in my humble opinion, and a great selection of cask ales, including Mild!

Stacy and mark are legends. Amazing pub. Would recommend

Great place, they have themed nights. New management have done wonders :)

Service is good, can't fault that. Decent lively crowd which many of come from the didsbury dozen but its only Joseph Holt served on tap and I'm not sure if its just me; proper low brow beers. Every JH pubs I go in I think it tastes like junk. Dunno. Could be biased. Ten quid for a pint of their lager and stout. Not my bag. And the toilets are upstairs. Graft. No ta.

A "must go to pub" whether you're visiting Manchester or live. Great Atmosphere The most Helpful and Friendliest Staff Great Music Cheerful & Friendly Customers. Can't wait to call in there again.

Good selection of beers and friendly staff

Cracking local, a mix of locals, students and the idle rich. Some sports on screen match days. Only pub promoting local up and coming bands.

Lovely staff and has an option to get pizza from the local Prooze

Good pub, good choice of local beer and friendly staff. Oh and very good prices. Worth a visit.

The staff in The Railway are amongst some of the best I have ever met. Extremely friendly and genuine. The pub is nice and the prices are good. Far better than The Met.

The staff here are lovely, best pub in Manchester!

My favourite pub in Didsbury! Cheap pints and a friendly atmosphere.

Great friendly staff, cheap drinks as per usual for a Joseph Holt pub. Shows all the main supporting events. You can order pizza from Prove across the road from your table and it's brought straight to you. You'll spend ½ what you would in The Metropolitan across the road.

The friendliest pub - a constant delight. A proper local pub with excellent Holt's beer. Essential whether you're a local or visiting. Update: our lovely local is even better since the arrival of our fantastic new landlords Stacey and Mark.

We popped in for a drink a few weeks ago after a walk and were all welcomed. Think there were about 30 of us spread throughout the pub.

rly lovely staff. especially scarlet!

The new management are so friendly and welcoming. Great selection of beer and just a lovely, cosy pub. It's nice to see they have lots going on. The atmosphere is great.

Always loved this place because aswell as excellent beers and good service there has always been a good mix of customers. I don't like places that are skewed towards a particular type or age of customer. Railway ticks that box.

The staff who work here are the nicest staff I’ve ever met. We had trouble with our pizza order and the women working on the bar went and sorted it for us, she was so nice, she needs a raise and a hug she was so nice! Also when we turned up the staff were really accommodating trying to find us a table and were really considerate of the disability access!

Best pub in Didsbury! Awesome staff and always friendly people to meet. Tuesday's quiz is a lot of fun and the drinks are very reasonably priced for the area. Definitely worth a visit 🙂

Brilliant pub with the best staff around. Warm and friendly atmosphere, dog friendly, and you can get pizza in from next door! What more could you want. Pop in if you haven't yet.

better now, under the new management

Absolutely awesome place New landlords are brilliant Quiz is busy

James Lawson was a phenomenal quizmaster general, his command of the Tuesday regime was special and will 100% be going again.

Love this spot. Proper traditional pub, serving lots of pints and spirits. Loads of space for sports, lots of nooks for cosy seating. Very friendly staff

Lovely Pints, in a lovely old building with lots of art and historic Manchester photos on the walls. £4 a pint too!

Great atmosphere in perfectly placed pub. Super friendly staff very handy seen as it’s right near the tram stop, brilliantly cheap especially for the area

Came in tonight and omg I love this place!!!! I’ve never been to a pub to have this much variety of beer at such low prices! The staff were amazing thank you the railway I shall be back

Came in today on the off chance and so we did! I haven't been to a pub which has the atmosphere and the cheap drinks like this! Staff were amazing and I tried the diamond which is a positive from my usual morreti drink Deffo worth a visit

Had such a great time at the railway definitely the best bar in didsbury you have the great customers, staff and atmosphere all in one pub! So different compared to the other bars on the road! Deffo worth a visit!!

BEST PUB IN MANCHESTER!!!! atmosphere 10/10 , landlady (and landlord) incredible! Such a nice place to spend weekdays and weekends. Such a welcoming environment for everyone to enjoy :)

I came to didsburys with my partner for a night out and ended up at the railway, we got treated with the best customer service and I had the best night out I’ve had in a long time, I prefer pubs that have a local vibe but with this not being my local area I was a bit apprehensive but the landlady and landlord are lovely and very welcoming and it’s a brilliant pub if you’re looking for a good night out or pub that has that local pub feeling, 10/10 would recommend coming here😊

Had a really great time at the railway ! The atmosphere was so nice and great service from Connor :)

Kieran looked after me and my Dad for the past few days! Great hospitality and went above and beyond for both of us.

⭐️A QUIZ LIKE NO OTHER⭐️ 🕰️ perfect pacing (number of rounds, breaks, and so on) 📸 engaging picture rounds (plenty of imagination) 👵🏻 unassuming (no pyrotechnics or audio rounds requiring too much concentration) 🍻 Atmosphere and soul in abundance

Wow what an experience. The best pub I’ve ever been too and even better staff. Connor went above and beyond to ensure my pint of diamond was to my liking! 5 stars is not enough for that absolute legend.💯💯💯👾👀🐝

Great pub Connor great bartender

This pub on burton road differentiates itself from the other bars with its welcoming staff and warm atmosphere. Feels so community orientated with its small nooks to sit and chat. I was served by a lovely young girl who I believe went by the name of Molly, she poured me lovely pint of bitter. I will definitely be coming back here soon !

Great atmosphere and fun pub! Staff are really friendly and came over a chat. Had the football on and been for a quiz previously. Defo a must visit!

Come here weekly, really enjoy this pub. Cheap drinks, good atmosphere and always friendly staff. Would recommend :)

Kieran and Stella recommended me maybe the best stout I’ve ever had. 10/10 service and very polite “.

Great pub I had especially great service from the bartender Molly - who served with elegance and Grace !

My favourite pub, it’s my local and me and my friends go all the time, we love the quiz on a Tuesday. The atmosphere is cosy and the regulars lovely, plus the staff are always great.

Great pub, nice beer, great Landlord and Landlady x

This has to be one of the filthiest pubs I have ever been in. The floors are absolutely minging. The black and white tiles are black and grey. Bern in number of times and gets dirtier every time. Think now a health hazard.

Great little pub set back in the High st. Nice to go for a chill and relax . Nice atmosphere and what a proper friendly pub should be. They show sky sports and has a quiz night each week Well worth a visit . Great pint and welcoming staff

Nice place to watch the football. Good atmosphere. With plenty of choice for drinks.

Been in tonight what a lovely venue. Landlord and landlady are so welcoming

Used to go in here for the quiz. Used to be good quiz but very amateurish now. Toilets are disgusting. Sort it out it’s not 1990 but your cleaner hasn’t been since 90s. They need replacing but at least clean them, same coke bag and broken fittings for weeks. It’s basic hygiene Mr Holts. Can’t keep the beer good any more & they turn the heating off when it’s cold and blame the boiler. The fridges are now stocked with empty glasses to mask the taste of dodgy beer. There’s ice on the inside of the windows and staff look like they want to cry. Now run like a tired social club under the new management. It’s the most expensive Holts’ pub with the worst standards. Needs a refurb and more experienced management. Karaoke, meat raffles, knock off tobaco and jaeger bombs isn’t in this pubs DNA.

Great atmosphere. Fine wine and ales. Friendly staff.

Great staff and wide selectionrd of beers and lovely interior inside .

This pub is a gem. Friendly staff and great if you like watching live sport. Could do with some wine coolers though. 😜

I like this pub alot due to prices, a certain one across the road charged me £6.50 for a pint of Stella but in the railway its only £5.20 for a double jd and coke.it is a little small inside but it's not bad it's cozy

Lovely warm atmosphere and a very friendly bar team- couldn't be happier with quality either, great gaff

Came in tonight was really busy and such a good atmosphere! Quickly served by wonderful staff. Would highly reccomend this local boozer to anyone whos looking for a cracking night! Thankyou to the staff for making our night even more enjoyable really appricate it!

This is our second trip to Didsbury in the three years we have lived in Manchester and we are so happy we found The Railway Inn. Stella was lovely and helpful, putting the football on for my boyfriend and getting all of our drinks. Everyone in the pub was lovely and in great spirits. Thank you for a fabulous time and we will definitely be back :-)

Great old bar with lots of caricature

Why is it so bright, great prices and has a good jukebox and nice atomsphere but why is it so god damn bright. Please, turn the lights down!!

If you want a proper no nonsense pub feel then this is the place for you. Relaxed atmosphere and friendly staff. Very reasonably priced drinks with cask available.

Met friends for drinks before a birthday meal for one of them. Friendly proficient staff, good real ale (Holt's Two Hoots), reasonable prices for West Didsbury. Quite busy on a Friday evening, but we still managed to get seated around a table. Up one star since previous review (pre Covid). August 2022 popped in for a final drink on the way home. Busy with a quiz night. Poor ventilation, but we opened the windows, which the quiz goers had not had the wit to do. Pub now operating normally.

Amazing place i love the landlord and landlady! Proper pub managers the way a pub should be run! Top people come over!

Came in a while back and haven’t been back in till tonight because we were going for food down the road, I don’t know if they have changed the beers but tasted amazing I had a bitter and my wife had a gold I think. The staff was so lovely and funny and will definitely be back!

We called in to the Railway Inn for a couple of drinks before getting some food, across the road, whilst in the area on business. Upon meeting we Stella we couldn't wait to return and spent until closing drinking weird beer and listening to the juke box. The evening was one of the best i've had in ages in a cracking little pub. Don't make any assumptions from the outside, go inside, you won't be disappointed. Grandad, Geek, Cabbage, Pete Sutcliffe and Polish.

Decent pub, friendly staff, limited draft selection though

Great quirky boozer, friendly staff, cheap decent pints.

Great friendly pub. OK prices. 😊

Best value pub in West Didsbury, good selection of local beers on tap and will show any sport on TV that you ask for

Great staff, great atmosphere! Would definitely recommend!

Great pub and good beer for a cheap price

Great atmosphere, reasonably prices friendly staff.

Top little boozer, nice cozy real fires, decent pint and prices.

Busy pub on a Saturday night. Friendly atmosphere. All different ages. Guy's wanting us to smell their aftershaves!!! Good fun

Great pub for a quiet solo whisky or a huge night out. Emergency condoms can also be found hidden at Burton Road tram stop, in case you get lucky. All in all 5 stars.

Lovely, Homely, Local type Pub. My tip is to aim for one of the window seats, which give unrivalled panoramic views of the varied Didsbury Wildlife, from the lowest form of Hunter-Gatherer, - The Metropolitan Dimpper, lifetime mash-heads, constantly circling, looking for any dropped fag ends, up to - The Puni-Uni, a Post-Grad Fake Jogger, wearing who only ever seen walking to some deli or other, despite wearing head to toe high end running gear & iPhone took in his armband Seen here as famous local drinker, Buzzer, nips home

Decent pub. Good quiz on Tuesdays. Go to for west dids for me

Nice little pub with good value drinks.

Cute little spot. Standard pub with good energy, quick service and friendly staff. Open fire is a bonus after cold winter strolls. Recommend if ever passing!

Proper old pub with old and young alike. Friendly.

What a friendly classic local pub

Amazing atmosphere, great beer and good company. Very relaxed and friendly. Brilliant decor which most bars and pubs lack.l

Good atmosphere with friendly staff and good selection of beers. Toilets are upstairs thought there's a wheelchair accessible toilet on the ground floor.

Great little pub. Unpretentious and the blonde barman is relly lovely and helpful.

Great staff, quick friendly service, good range of beer and liquor, great little boozer

Cosy tavern in the heart of Didsbury. Holt's ales. Occasional music venue. Quiz nights. Sky sports on big TV.