69 great photos as Portadown Royal Black Institution members and bands parade through the town on July 14

There was a big turnout for Portadown Royal Black District Chapter No 5’s annual parade around the town on Monday morning ahead of the annual celebrations in Scarva.

The parade stopped at the war memorial for a wreath-laying ceremony before participants headed for the demonstration and Sham Fight.

Photographer MP Doran took these pictures of many of those who turned out for the Portadown parade.

9. July 14 parade

Enjoying the bands in Portadown and not too bothered by the rain. Photo: MP Doran

10. July 14 parade

All smiles on Monday morning despite the poor weather. Photo: MP Doran

11. July 14 parade

A section of the Royal Black Institution parade in Portadown town centre on Monday morning. Photo: MP Doran

12. July 14 parade

Monday morning's rain didn't stop spectators coming out to watch the Royal Black Institution parade in Portadown. Photo: MP Doran

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