Steve Coogan sends touching letter to recently reopened 'people's pub' in Greater Manchester
manchestereveningnews.co.ukComedian and actor Steve Coogan has sent a touching letter to a pub in Greater Manchester that once served as his local. The 58-year-old performer, who originally hails from Middleton, wrote to the Roebuck pub in Alkrington after it reopened last month following a major £1m revamp and a name change back to its original.
As part of an aim to become embedded back into the local community, the pub reclaimed its original 1960s name after being renamed as the Thornberries pub for some time.
Described by locals as a ‘people’s pub’, the refurbishment of the venue featured a new indoor wraparound bar, a stunning beer garden and a spacious private function room. READ MORE: Manchester Irish pub known for UK's 'best' pint of Guinness announces expansion In his letter, Steve, who is most known for his portrayal of Alan Partridge, said The Roebuck was his local pub in the 1980s and gave it his blessing for its new lease of life.
He studied at Cardinal Langley Roman Catholic High School in the borough before going to learn drama at Manchester Polytechnic.
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