Taking part in the Twelfth parade in Royal Hillsborough.

placeholder image — Taking part in the Twelfth parade in Royal Hillsborough.

In 37 pictures: Royal Hillsborough enjoys sun-soaked South Antrim Combine Twelfth celebrations

By Valerie Martin

Published 14th Jul 2026, 11:05 GMT

Royal Hillsborough was packed for the 2026 South Antrim Combine Twelfth demonstration with spectators and participants enjoying fine summer weather.

More than 60 lodges from the Aghalee, Glenavy, Magheragall, Ballinderry, Derriaghy, Lisburn and Hillsborough Districts took part in the parade, accompanied by a wide selection of bands.

Star of the Maze LOL 130 led the parade accompanied by Dunmurry Protestant Boys Flute Band.

37. Twelfth 2026

Crowds gathered in Royal Hillsborough for this year's Twelfth parade. Photo: MATT MACKEY / PRESS EYE

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In 37 pictures: Royal Hillsborough enjoys sun-soaked South Antrim Combine Twelfth celebrations

Royal Hillsborough was packed for the 2026 South Antrim Combine Twelfth demonstration with spectators and participants enjoying fine summer weather.

37. Twelfth 2026

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