World Book Day 2023: the best character costumes by Buxton Advertiser readers

Children dressed as their favourite characters to celebrate World Book Day in schools, nurseries and homes across the High Peak.

By Ed Dingwall

Published 3rd Mar 2023, 10:31 GMT

Updated 3rd Mar 2023, 10:32 GMT

The annual literacy celebration on Thursday, March 2, say parents and children cobble together some magical creations once again.

An appeal for photos on Facebook prompted a flood of pictures as happy families shared the fruits of their labour.

Danni Gregory posts: "Matilda and Miss Trunchbull."

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Danni Gregory posts: "Matilda and Miss Trunchbull." Photo: Danni Gregory

Janine Hall posts: "Oliver, Peter Pan at Buxton Junior School"

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Janine Hall posts: "Oliver, Peter Pan at Buxton Junior School" Photo: Janine Hall

Amy Elizabeth Wadsworth posts: "Adelaide as a Flower Fairy."

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Amy Elizabeth Wadsworth posts: "Adelaide as a Flower Fairy." Photo: Amy Elizabeth Wadsworth

Jade Meredith posts: "Charlie as Harry Potter."

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Jade Meredith posts: "Charlie as Harry Potter." Photo: Jade Meredith

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