IN PICTURES: 21 fantastic photos of children celebrating World Book Day across the Harrogate district

Youngsters across the Harrogate district have got into the spirit of World Book Day by dressing up as their favourite characters.

Thousands of children and families across the district showed off their creativity with a host of marvellous costumes.

The day aims to encourage reading for pleasure amongst children and is promoted in more than 100 countries around the globe.

13. WORLD BOOK DAY 2026

A youngster dressed up as their favourite book character Photo: Submitted

Richelle (aged ten) dressed up as Detective Conan and Albert (aged six) dressed up as The Very Hungry Caterpillar Photo: Submitted

Darcie (aged seven) dressed up as Gangsta Granny Photo: Submitted

A youngster dressed up as their favourite book character Photo: Submitted