Charlie, Maxwell and Stuart at the annual Twelfth of July celebration in Ballymena.

placeholder image — Charlie, Maxwell and Stuart at the annual Twelfth of July celebration in Ballymena.

In pictures: Ballymena Twelfth draws the crowds despite wet weather

By Valerie Martin

Published 14th Jul 2023, 07:32 GMT

Large crowds gathered despite the rain for the annual Twelfth celebrations in Ballymena.

On parade were 27 lodges, 17 accompanying bands and Lambeg drums. Members of Ladies lodges and two Junior lodges also stepped out along the route.

This year the honour of hosting the parade belonged to the members of Ballykeel LOL 472.

Stepping out along the route in Ballymena on July 12.

9. The Twelfth 2023

Stepping out along the route in Ballymena on July 12. Photo: Steven McAuley / McAuley Multimedia

Enjoying the Twelfth parade in Ballymena.

10. The Twelfth 2023

Enjoying the Twelfth parade in Ballymena. Photo: Steven McAuley / McAuley Multimedia

Erin and Amanda McIlreavy at the annual Twelfth of July celebration in Ballymena.

11. The Twelfth 2023

Erin and Amanda McIlreavy at the annual Twelfth of July celebration in Ballymena. Photo: Steven McAuley / McAuley Multimedia

Having a great day at the Ballymena Twelfth.

12. The Twelfth 2023

Having a great day at the Ballymena Twelfth. Photo: Steven McAuley / McAuley Multimedia