He was accompanied by Ruby Turner once more and special guest Marc Almond, from Soft Cell. The crowd really got into the spirit of the occasion with some lavish picnics. See if you can sport yourself in the crowd. Also, take a look at the Gazette’s galleries from Jools’ first visit to Alnwick in 2006 and the Magic of the 80s concert in 2007, if you haven’t already.

. Jools Holland's concert in Alnwick Pastures in 2008
Scene from a fabulous concert in the shadow of Alnwick Castle by Jools Holland and his Rhythm and Blues Orchestra on Saturday, July 26, 2008. Photo: Jane Coltman and Kate Wood

. Long queues
What a treat was in store for those who arrived early to get at the front of the crowd. Photo: Kate Wood

. Sparkling time
Picture memories from the 2008 Jools Holland gig in the Pastures, Alnwick, beneath the imposing Alnwick Castle. Photo: Kate Wood

. Letting their hair down
Picture memories from the 2008 Jools Holland gig in the Pastures, Alnwick, beneath the imposing Alnwick Castle. Photo: Kate Wood

. Waiting in the sun
Picture memories from the 2008 Jools Holland gig in the Pastures, Alnwick, beneath the imposing Alnwick Castle. Photo: Kate Wood

. All smiles
Picture memories from the 2008 Jools Holland gig in the Pastures, Alnwick, beneath the imposing Alnwick Castle. Photo: Kate Wood

. Picnic in style
Picture memories from the 2008 Jools Holland gig in the Pastures, Alnwick, beneath the imposing Alnwick Castle. Photo: Kate Wood

. Wow, what a crowd!
Picture memories from the 2008 Jools Holland gig in the Pastures, Alnwick, beneath the imposing Alnwick Castle. Photo: Kate Wood

. Excitement's unbearable
Picture memories from the 2008 Jools Holland gig in the Pastures, Alnwick, beneath the imposing Alnwick Castle. Photo: Kate Wood

. Cheers!
Picture memories from the 2008 Jools Holland gig in the Pastures, Alnwick, beneath the imposing Alnwick Castle. Photo: Kate Miller

. Fun in the field
Picture memories from the 2008 Jools Holland gig in the Pastures, Alnwick, beneath the imposing Alnwick Castle. Photo: Kate Wood

. Posh picnic in the park
Picture memories from the 2008 Jools Holland gig in the Pastures, Alnwick, beneath the imposing Alnwick Castle. Photo: Kate Wood

. We're back!
The Hollywood Diner burger man made a return in 2008 after his sausage mascot was rugby-tackled and damaged at the Magic of the 80s concert in 2007. Here he is pictured with his new model. Photo: Kate Wood


. Almost time
Picture memories from the 2008 Jools Holland gig in the Pastures, Alnwick, beneath the imposing Alnwick Castle. Photo: Kate Wood

. Sunny day
Picture memories from the 2008 Jools Holland gig in the Pastures, Alnwick, beneath the imposing Alnwick Castle. Photo: Kate Wood

. Hackle raised
Picture memories from the 2008 Jools Holland gig in the Pastures, Alnwick, beneath the imposing Alnwick Castle. Photo: Kate Wood

1. Long queues
What a treat was in store for those who arrived early to get at the front of the crowd. Photo: Kate Wood

2. Sparkling time
Picture memories from the 2008 Jools Holland gig in the Pastures, Alnwick, beneath the imposing Alnwick Castle. Photo: Kate Wood

3. Letting their hair down
Picture memories from the 2008 Jools Holland gig in the Pastures, Alnwick, beneath the imposing Alnwick Castle. Photo: Kate Wood

4. Waiting in the sun
Picture memories from the 2008 Jools Holland gig in the Pastures, Alnwick, beneath the imposing Alnwick Castle. Photo: Kate Wood