In pictures - Ballymena turns out in force for Royal Marines band performance
The Band of Her Majesty’s Royal Marines Scotland delighed a large and appreciative audience with their stunning muscial ability and marching discipline.
Mid and East Antrim Borough Mayor, Councillor Audrey Wales MBE welcomed the Royal Marines to The Braid before their spectacular parade, beating retreat and ceremonial Sunset in the presence of Her Majesty’s Lord Lieutenant for County Antrim Joan Christie OBE.
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Councillor Audrey Wales said: “A warm, sunny evening helped draw hundreds of spectators to attend the event and I’m sure they thoroughly enjoyed the spectacle as the Royal Marines Band continued their successful visit to Northern Ireland.
“I certainly enjoyed the performance as did all our guests including Her Majesty’s Lord Lieutenant for County Antrim, Joan Christie OBE who took the salute.”