Station Irlam, Irlam

The Station Irlam (previously 1923 at Irlam Station House) opened in the long closed station buildings on 26/03/2015. The walls, inside and out, are covered in photographs that tell the story of the station and of the communities it has served over the years, particularly the long-gone steelworks and the Co-op soap and margarine works. All kinds of railwayana are on display, from old maps and tickets to signals, a signalbox, a steam shunting engine (sadly cold), and freight wagons. The railway theme even extends to the three booths behind the bar, laid out to resemble carriage compartments.

Following requests from their locals cask ale was introduced in July 2015. The one handpump is offering a couple of changing beers each week. Beer has been known to run out. Rotating guest beers are usually one of Seven Bro7hers Pale Ale; Robinsons Dizzy Blonde; Weetwood Cheshire Cat; or Dunham Massey Big Tree Bitter.

Food ranges from home-made pies to salads, from sandwiches to afternoon teas. There is a special children's menu, and a Roast of the Day on Sundays.

Separate rooms can be booked for meetings and other events.

Occasional special events include modest beer festivals.