The contest will coincide with the Northwich Beer Festival, which is due to be held at Northwich Memorial Hall on September 18 and 19.

Organised by the town's rotary clubs, it's a fantastic event which has become a firm favourite in Northwich's calendar.

Beer will be flowing throughout the two-day event which will also include live jazz music to help things go with a swing.

The winner of our Barperson of the Year will also be announced at the festival - and will win a luxury holiday break for two.

The first names on the nominee list are Betty King, of the Ring o' Bells in Weaverham, and Mandy Walker, who works at the Oaklands Hotel in Gorstage.

Betty has given over 20 years of service to the Ring o' Bells, while Mandy, who was a runner-up in last year's competition, has pulled pints at the Oaklands for six years.

If you would like to nominate your favourite bar tender, just fill in the form, right, and send it to us at the Northwich Guardian.

The winner will be the person with the most votes. The editor's decision is final.

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