53 photos of a sun-kissed Twelfth demonstration in Ballymoney

Ballymoney, Rasharkin, Cloughmills, Bushmills and Ballycastle were in attendance with a total of 43 Lodges and 22 bands.

The parade was led by Ballymoney District Officer accompanied by Cloughmills Crown Defenders Flute Band.

The parade began from Ballymoney Showgrounds before making its way to Charlotte Street, Main Street, Meetinghouse Street, Newal Road, Trinity Drive, John Street, Victoria Street, Linenhall Street, High Street, Model School Road, and North Road.

This Twelfth demonstration was particularly special for a number of groups including the brethren of McCartney’s True Blues LOL 913 who paraded with their new banner for the first time and O’Hara’s True Blues LOL 804 who have just rededicated their new Orange Hall.

Also taking part were Dunloy Accordion Band, who accompanied Dunloy Union Defenders LOL 496, who are celebrating their 70th anniversary this year.