57 fabulous photos as Portadown lodges and bands step out on the Twelfth 2023

Portadown enjoyed its own Twelfth parade on Wednesday morning as lodges and bands stepped out through the town before heading off to the Co Armagh demonstration in Lurgan.

The morning’s proceedings included an act of remembrance and wreath-laying at the war memorial.

Photographer Tony Hendron was on hand to capture the atmosphere of the parade.

21. The Twelfth 2023

Getting a prime spot to watch the Portadown 12th parade. PT28-223. Photo: Tony Hendron

22. The Twelfth 2023

Spectators at the Portadown 12th parade on Wednesday. PT28-224. Photo: Tony Hendron

23. The Twelfth 2023

Portadown brethren on the march on the 12th. PT28-230. Photo: Tony Hendron

24. The Twelfth 2023

Upper Bann MLA, Jonathan Buckley, second left, and former councillor Sydney Anderson, right, taking part in the 12th parade in Portadown town centre. PT28-234. Photo: Tony Hendron

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