The Duke of Edinburgh was a regular visitor to the Alnwick Country Fair where he indulged his passion for carriage driving.
He also visited the town in 2011 alongside The Queen to officially open Alnwick Youth Hostel and meet local volunteers at Alnwick Castle and The Alnwick Garden.
Here are 11 pictures of his visit.
1. Lord Lieutenant
The Duchess of Northumberland with HRH Prince Philip and Alan Shearer at The Alnwick Garden in June 2011. Picture by Jane Coltman Photo: Jane Coltman
2. Arriving at Alnwick Castle
Her Majesty The Queen and Prince Philip arrive in Alnwick in June 2011. Picture by Jane Coltman Photo: Jane Coltman
3. The Alnwick Garden
The Duchess of Northumberland with Her Majesty The Queen, Deputy Lord Lieutenant Alan Shearer and HRH Prince Philip at The Alnwick Garden in June 2011. Picture by Jane Coltman Photo: Jane Coltman
4. Prince Philip
HRH Prince Philip with the Duke of Northumberland and George, Earl Percy, in Alnwick in June 2011. Picture by Jane Coltman Photo: Jane Coltman