In 29 pictures: Cookstown Twelfth celebrations draw the crowds

By Valerie Martin

Published 13th Jul 2026, 17:49 GMT

Cookstown hosted the Orange Districts of Killyman, Stewartstown, Castlecaulfield, Pomeroy, Coagh and Benburb for this year’s Twelfth celebrations.

The town was lined with spectators enjoying the parade in glorious summer weather.

These great photos show some of the atmosphere of a memorable day.

Eva and Esther complete with painted faces on the Twelfth in Cookstown.

1. The Twelfth 2026 in Cookstown

Eva and Esther complete with painted faces on the Twelfth in Cookstown. Photo: Adrian Robinson

Union Jack sunglasses were the order of the day in Cookstown.

2. The Twelfth 2026 in Cookstown

Union Jack sunglasses were the order of the day in Cookstown. Photo: Adrian Robinson

MLA Keith Buchanan with the member of Pomeroy Junior Lodge LOL 284.

3. The Twelfth 2026 in Cookstown

MLA Keith Buchanan with the member of Pomeroy Junior Lodge LOL 284. Photo: Adrian Robinson

A wave for the camera from District Secretary Walter Millar.

4. The Twelfth 2026 in Cookstown

A wave for the camera from District Secretary Walter Millar. Photo: Adrian Robinson