Hundreds turn out for ancient Alnwick Shrovetide game

Hundreds of people turned out to observe a traditional Shrovetide football game, which dates back to at least 1762.

The historic event, in Alnwick, Northumberland, is played on the fields by the River Aln after a procession from the castle.

Some 80 players, representing the parishes of St Michael's and St Paul's, attempted to get the ball through large goals known as hales.

There are virtually no rules and no referee is involved.

Video journalist: Alex Challies.

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