Week of Harry Potter events for young readers

Children are welcome to wear fancy dress at the events

Young Harry Potter fans can explore the "wizarding world" at events taking place in libraries.

Harry Potter Book Day is celebrated on 9 October, but libraries around the East Riding of Yorkshire will stage sessions from Tuesday to 14 October.

There will be themed games, readings and fun activities for seven to eleven-year-olds.

Councillor Nick Coultish, cabinet member for culture at East Riding of Yorkshire Council, said the events were "always rather hectic and fast-paced" and brought enjoyment to "children and staff alike".

This year's theme, "friends and foes", would give fans a chance to "celebrate the magic of friendship" and consider "Potter's deadliest foes and rivalries", the council said.

Children are welcome to wear fancy dress.

A full list of dates, times and locations can be found on the East Riding Libraries website. Tickets for children should be booked in advance and cost £3, with accompanying adults going free.

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