Ape & Apple

Ben Williams, Managing Editor

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Ape & Apple

28-30 John Dalton Street, Manchester, M2 6HQ
0161 839 9624
  • 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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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.

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