Banbridge celebrates World Book Day in style

School pupils from Banbridge and the surrounding areas dawned their best costumes last week, as part of World Book Day celebrations.

The aim of the yearly event is to encourage more children to develop a lifelong interest in reading.

Northern Ireland Libraries moto is: “Books are more than just engaging stories, they are also great learning tools for children”.

Check out these spectacular World Book Day costumes submitted by our readers.

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Six year old Anna Magill from Abercron Primary School as Mary Poppins. Photo: By SM

Felicity Buchanan from Bridge Integrated Primary School as Freddie Mercury. Photo: By Heather B