Armed Forces Day brings thousands of people to Banbridge

Banbridge has played host to Northern Ireland's flagship event to mark the UK's Armed Forces Day.

Thousands of people lined the streets of the County Down town to enjoy Armed Forces Day

A parade featured 500 serving personnel, cadets, veterans and bands

The parade went from Newry Street to Banbridge Rugby Club

Armed Forces Day is celebrated around the UK every June and is an opportunity for the public to recognise serving troops, reserves and veterans for their service and sacrifice

The programme included a service at the Banbridge War Memorial

The event also featured a flypast from the Red Arrows, the RAF's aerobatic team, and a display of vintage aircraft and military vehicles