21 pictures as Shrovetide football tradition returns to Alnwick

Alnwick’s traditional Shrovetide football match made a successful return on Tuesday.

Published 2nd Mar 2022, 15:11 BST

Updated 2nd Mar 2022, 15:30 BST

St Paul’s secured the bragging rights with victory over St Michael’s thanks to two ‘hales’ from Steven Temple.

Take a look at these 21 pictures by Brian Hunt and read all about it in this week’s Northumberland Gazette.

1. Players

There were an impressive 45 players in this year's match. Photo: Brian Hunt

Match ball winner Jack Seymour and St Paul's scorer Steven Temple. Photo: Brian Hunt

The Shrovetide football party with the Duke of Northumberland at Alnwick Castle. Photo: Brian Hunt

The Duke of Northumberland, watched by the Duchess, throws the ball from the Barbican at Alnwick Castle. Photo: Brian Hunt