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A pint with a real body! The regulars really get into the spirit of things down at Tommy
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A pint with a real body! The regulars really get into the spirit of things down at Tommy
A pint with a real body! The regulars really get into the spirit of things down at Tommy Duck s. And its not only the beer that has body in it. For landlord Ken Rigg has found a novel resting place for the boozers pints and snacks - a glass topped coffin, complete with skeleton. It was Kens idea of a joke but the customers at his pub, one of the oldest in Manachester, find it an ideal place to rest in peace. as it were. Everyones quite happy. I think they like the idea of leaning on a coffin said Ken. Its turned out to be advantageous because the pub is usuall full and the customers now have somewhere to lean.
1st February 1976
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Sunday People
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Media ID 21628932
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Beer Coffins Drinkers Mixed Age Range
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A Pint with a Real Body! The Regulars Embrace the Macabre at Tommy Duck's
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. In this intriguing snapshot from 1976, we are transported to the heart of Manchester's oldest pub, where tradition and humor collide in an unexpected way. Landlord Ken Rigg has ingeniously transformed a glass-topped coffin into a resting place for his patrons' pints and snacks. What started as a whimsical joke has now become an integral part of the pub's charm. The photograph captures a mixed-age group of men engrossed in their drinks and conversation, seemingly unfazed by the presence of death nearby. It is evident that they have fully embraced this macabre addition to their local haunt. Leaning on the coffin seems to bring them comfort rather than unease. Tommy Duck's is renowned for its lively atmosphere, always bustling with customers seeking solace in good company and great ale. With limited space available, Ken Rigg cleverly provided his clientele with an unconventional yet practical solution – somewhere to lean while enjoying their favorite brews. As we delve into this nostalgic image from four decades ago, it becomes clear that Tommy Duck's holds more than just liquid refreshments within its walls; it harbors stories, laughter, and perhaps even a touch of superstition. So next time you find yourself yearning for both excellent beer and an unusual experience, why not pay homage to tradition at Tommy Duck's?
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