'The World Cup has massively helped pubs like ours - it's bringing people back to their locals'

'It’s made people fall back in love with the pub'17:08, 15 Jul 2026A Manchester pub has praised the World Cup celebrations in town for ‘giving people a reason to visit their local’ and expects tonight’s semi-final to continue the good vibes.‌Ryan and Megan McDermott only took over the reins of the Ape & Apple pub, on John Dalton Street in the city centre, four months ago and have already been blessed with not only a lively World Cup which has seen England successfully make it through four games.‌The pair, who have also been behind popular street food spot That Burger Place for the last nine years, joined the Joseph Holt pub back in March following a major £400,000 refurbishment of the venue, which is situated a short walk from Albert Square and Deansgate.‌Click here for the latest on Manch