The station was built on an embankment crossing Liverpool Road and was well known for its floral displays on both platforms.
The station was reopened on 1 April 1919, and continued in use until 7 January 1952, when the SCLER was closed to passengers from Aintree Central to Southport Lord Street.
The line remained open for public goods traffic until 7 July 1952 at Southport Lord St., Birkdale Palace and Altcar & Hillhouse Stations.
A private siding remained open at Altcar & Hillhouse after 7 July 1952, finally closing in May 1960.
The track bed was later utilised to support what is now the Coastal Road, which runs from Woodvale to Southport.