Private Hire
Private Hire & Group Events
Planning a celebration, a family gathering or a work event at The Railway? Call or email us with your plans and we'll talk through the arrangements.
Occasions
Events we host
Birthday parties
Celebrate with family and friends. We can arrange decorations, buffets and music.
Christenings and reunions
Family gatherings of all kinds, in a comfortable space for the occasion.
Wakes
Somewhere for family and friends to gather after a funeral. Call us and we can talk through what you need.
Work events
Team dinners, meetings or celebrations. WiFi and presentation facilities are available.
Garden parties
Our beer garden suits summer BBQs and outdoor celebrations, weather permitting.
Spaces
A group table or a private event?
Booking a large table is not the same as hiring a space. Tell us which you need.
Group dining
A table for your group in the pub, alongside other guests. You can book online for up to 6 people. For groups of 7 or more, please contact us directly by phone.
Book a table (opens in a new tab)A reserved area, a private room or the whole pub
We haven't published details of reserved areas, exclusive room hire or hiring the whole pub. If you need any of these, say so when you enquire and we'll tell you what's possible for your date.
Numbers and conditions
- We don't publish set capacities, minimum spends or hire charges. Tell us your numbers when you enquire.
- We may require a deposit for large group bookings or special events.
- For groups of 7 or more, please give 24 hours' notice of a cancellation where possible.
Food and drink
We can arrange buffets, as well as decorations and music. Our kitchen serves Nepalese dishes and pub classics, and the bar serves real ales.
Please tell us before ordering if you have any food allergies. Every care is taken, but traces of allergens may remain.
Access and arrival
139 Station Road, Whittlesey PE7 1UF, directly opposite Whittlesea Railway Station. There is free parking, and the pub is wheelchair accessible. If anyone in your group has particular access needs, please mention them when you enquire.
Enquiries
How to enquire
Every event is arranged with you directly, by phone or email. There is no online form. To help us plan, please tell us:
- The occasion, and the date and time you have in mind
- Roughly how many guests, and how many children
- Whether you want a group table, an area set aside, a room to yourselves or the whole pub
- Food: a buffet, or ordering from the menu
- Decorations, music or presentation equipment you'd like
- Allergies, dietary needs and access needs in your group
- The best phone number or email to reach you
Share only what's needed to plan your event. Read our privacy information.
Practical questions
- Can I book a large table online?
- Online booking is for up to 6 people. For groups larger than 6, please call us to arrange.
- Will I need to pay a deposit?
- We may require a deposit for large group bookings or special events. We'll tell you when you enquire.
- What if our plans change?
- For groups of 7 or more, please give us 24 hours' notice of a cancellation where possible.
- Can you cater for allergies and dietary needs?
- Tell us when you enquire and again before ordering. See our menu and dietary information.