The annual costumed event was held this week every summer from 1969 to 2007, when it sadly bade farewell.
Over the years, it drew in large crowds to watch the parades, the crowning of the fair queen, the ‘Militia’ ducking wenches in the Market Place, strongman competition and all manner of fun and games, recreating the medieval trading and agricultural fairs.
A fascinating documentary about its history, made with the help of local people, will be screened at Alnwick Playhouse on Saturday.
Here are some reminders of those great times.
1. Fancy frocks
St John's RC First School get into the spirit of the occasion at Alnwick Fair. Photo: Northumberland Gazette
3. Parade pomp
The Alnwick Fair procession passes Ye Olde Cross pub (now The Dirty Bottles) in 2003. Photo: Jane Coltman
