Stars of the first gig were Jools Holland and his Rhythm and Blue Orchestra, with special guests Ruby Turner and Sam Brown.
Despite early showers in the afternoon, a large crowd enjoyed lavish picnics ahead of the fabulous concert that set the standard for those to come, including Jools himself (2008 and 2010); Status Quo and 10cc (2011); Jessie J (2012); Simple Minds (2014); and Madness, Lightning Seeds, Nile Rodgers and Il Divo (2018).
Do you remember the 2006 performance? Here is a gallery of pictures to jog your memories.
6. Smiling between showers
The expectant crowd waits for the Jools Holland concert to start. Photo: Jane Coltman
7. Settling down
Getting set for the start of the Jools Holland gig at Alnwick. Photo: Kate Miller
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