We take a look at 21 fantastic photos of children celebrating World Book Day across the Harrogate district

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

By Lucy Chappell

Published 5th Mar 2026, 16:05 GMT

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.

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Nyla Hicks dressed up as a Minion from Despicable Me

21. WORLD BOOK DAY 2026

Nyla Hicks dressed up as a Minion from Despicable Me Photo: Submitted

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