In 23 pictures: crowds come out for Portadown RBL St Patrick's Day parade

There was a big turnout for the annual St Patrick's Day parade organised by the Portadown branch of the Royal British Legion on Saturday.

The parade formed up outside the Royal British Legion in Thomas Street, where sprigs of shamrock were presented to those on parade.

A short service was held, after which the parade made its way through the town accompanied by St Mark’s Band.

Deputy Lord Mayor, Councillor Kyle Savage and a military VIP took the salute before the parade returned back to Thomas Street.

Afterwards there was an afternoon of celebration with traditional St Patrick’s Day food and entertainment in the Legion function rooms.

Photographer Tony Hendron captured some of the atmosphere of this popular annual occasion.

5. St Patrick's Day parade

Looking forward to the RBL parade are from left, Mihaly Kis, Boglarka Kis, Imola Ifteni and Ramona Cernea. PT10-257. Photo: TONY HENDRON

Deputy Lord Mayor, Councillor Kyle Savage presents shamrock to RBL members. PT10-259. Photo: TONY HENDRON

ABC councillors receive shamrock sprigs from RBL chairman, John Robinson, MBE. PT10-258. Photo: TONY HENDRON

RBL chairman, John Robinson, MBE pins a sprig of shamrock onto an Army Cadet before the St Patrick's parade. PT10-261. Photo: TONY HENDRON