During the week, we asked readers of the Blackpool Gazette to send in pictures of their children’s costumes and we were inundated with responses.
As there were well over 300 responses we decided to pick out some of the best and most unique costumes.
So here are 25 of the standout quirky costumes worn on World Book Day sent in by readers:
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13. Jacket potato
Jacket Potato with Cheese and Beans. Photo Hannah Michelle Garrigan Photo: Hannah Michelle Garrigan

14. The Wild Robot and Harry Potter
The Wild Robot and Harry Potter - if he'd been in Slytherin. Photo Stephanie Moss Photo: Stephanie Moss

15. Wednesday meets Hermione
Wednesday meets Hermione at St Anne's. Photo St Anne's Photo: Photo St Anne's





