Ape & Apple

Ben Williams, Managing Editor
Ape and Apple, Manchester - Adam Bruderer

The Ape & Apple is a traditional Joseph Holt’s pub on John Dalton Street in Manchester. Expect cask ales, a good choice of whisky and a menu of traditional pub grub.

28-30 John Dalton StreetManchesterM2 6HQ View map
Telephone: 0161 839 9624 Visit Now

Admission Charges

Free entry

Children and Families

Children friendly

Commercial and Hire Services

Function room

Services and Facilities

Food, beer garden

Opening Hours

  • Monday12:00pm - 11:00pm
  • Tuesday12:00pm - 11:00pm
  • Wednesday12:00pm - 11:00pm
  • Thursday12:00pm - 11:00pm
  • Friday12:00pm - 12:00am
  • Saturday12:00pm - 12:00am
  • Sunday12:00pm - 9:00pm

Always double check opening hours with the venue before making a special visit.

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Comedy Balloon

Every Wednesday at Ape & Apple, Manchester’s official underground comedy club, Comedy Balloon’s friendly and warm comedy night takes place.

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