Tends of thousands of visitors flocked to the Co Down village from far and wide to watch 4,000 members of the Royal Black Institution and around 70 bands taking part in a huge procession.
The annual sham fight – organised by Sir Knight Alfred Buller Memorial RBP 1000 – gave the day at Scarva its usual unique atmosphere.
John Adair and Colin Cairns took on their customary roles of monarchs William and James, accompanied by performers in period costume portraying troops of the Williamite and Jacobite armies.
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Scarva is renowned for hosting the biggest one-day event, at a single location, anywhere in Northern Ireland. Photo: Arthur Allison / Pacemaker Press
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Pictured at Scarva on July 13 are Will and sister Georgia Gardiner pictured with dog Carson, Calum Guiney and Andrew Devlin Photo: Arthur Allison / Pacemaker Press
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Taking part in the July 13 parade in Scarva. Photo: Arthur Allison / Pacemaker Press
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One of the many bands on parade in Scarva on July 13. Photo: Arthur Allison / Pacemaker Press