Pub landlady dies after pulling pints for 55 years

The landlady of a legendary city centre pub has died after pulling pints behind the bar for 55 years.

Nancy Swanick, had run the Peveril of the Peak on Great Bridgewater Street, Manchester, since 1971. The mother-of-three died on Tuesday aged 96.

The historic pub, nicknamed The Pev, has just been named the best pub in the UK by Time Out.

The Grade II-listed venue has been part of Manchester since 1820 and is known for its green-tiled exterior. Her grandson Michael Swanick said "the world's a sadder place now" and she was an "amazing woman".

The 47-year-old told BBC Radio Manchester: "We are still dealing with the shock of it.

"It has been a hell of a week. "

The solicitor added: "She was almost born to be the perfect host.

"She made a great impression on everybody.

"My nan was the life and soul of the pub and we want to cherish everything Nancy brought to it and the city.

"All the tributes have been breathtaking.

"She was a larger than life character and she was dedicated to The Pev."

On the Time Our award, Swanick said: "She was really chuffed about it.

"We want everyone to raise a glass to Nancy this weekend as she deserves it."

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