We therefore thought we’d delve into our picture archives for a trip down memory lane, and we’ve found these gems from almost 20 years ago.
25. Cartoon characters
Children's author and illustrator Rob Lewis with pupils from St John's First School, Alnwick, pictured at Alnwick Library in November 2003. Photo: Jane Coltman
26. Carol singers
Pupils from Warkworth First School sang Christmas Carols to the residents of Newbarns Residential Home in Warkworth in December 2003. Photo: Corrina Atkinson
27. Oh yes it is!
Snow White panto cast at Duke's Middle School, Alnwick, in December 2003. Photo: Jane Coltman
28. Christmas stars
The Christmas play dress rehearsal at Alnwick South First School in December 2003. Photo: Jane Coltman