In response to the letter from Mike Usherwood, of Huntington (Cup runneth dry, May 26), I write to inform you that the Duke of York, Gate Helmsley, which I run with my daughter Jo, will be a football-free zone during the World Cup.

We will be offering a free starter or dessert with every main meal purchased during the England matches. All designated drivers (DES) will also be entitled to free Pepsi or lemonade refills during the matches. Deirdre Hillier, Duke of York, Gate Helmsley.