18 pictures of proud moments at Portadown Speech Festival final night as competitors receive their awards

Competitors in the speech section of Portadown Festival 2024 have been impressing the adjudicators with strong performances on the stage.

Portadown Town Hall was the scene on Friday night for the final performances and overall awards presentation.

Photographer Tony Hendron was there to capture some of the highlights.

9. On the festival stage

Connie McVeigh performs her 'Traditional Poem' at Portadown Speech Festival on Friday night. PT10-209. Photo: Tony Hendron

Solomon Horta celebrates after winning two overall trophies at Portadown Speech Festival. PT10-213. Photo: Tony Hendron

Main prizewinners, adjudicators and officials pictured at the final night of Portadown Speech Festival on Friday night. PT10-210. Photo: Tony Hendron

Poppy Brock pictured with the overall trophies she won at Portadown Speech Festival on Friday night. PT10-214. Photo: Tony Hendron