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.

21. St Patrick's Day parade

Councillors and Deputy Lord Mayor, Kyle Savage with Lt Col Kevin Thomas, MBE, ready to take the salute. PT10-274. Photo: TONY HENDRON

Eyes right...RBL members pass the inspection dias. PT10-275. Photo: TONY HENDRON

Cadets looking smart on parade on Saturday. PT10-276. Photo: TONY HENDRON