World Book Day chapter one: 36 precious photos of Burnley bookworms dressed up as the favourite characters

Once upon a time in Burnley, hundreds of children dressed up as their favourite literary characters for World Book Day.

By John Deehan

Published 7th Mar 2024, 11:42 BST

Updated 7th Mar 2024, 12:06 BST

From Harry Potter and Matilda, to Spider-Man and Willy Wonka, today’s annual celebration of authors, illustrators, books and reading has been bigger and better than ever.

Here are 36 fantastic photos of Burnley bookworms in their colourful costumes.

James (5) - Spider-Man

1. World Book Day

James (5) - Spider-Man Photo: NA

Ella-Mai (10) - The Queen of Hearts

2. World Book Day

Ella-Mai (10) - The Queen of Hearts Photo: NA

Miah-Grace age 7 - Flower fairy

3. World Book Day

Miah-Grace age 7 - Flower fairy Photo: NA

Hallie (6) - Hermione Granger

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Hallie (6) - Hermione Granger Photo: NA

Burnley Harry Potter