Children across the city and the surrounding region dressed up as their favourite characters. We asked our readers to send in pictures of their costumes and here are 51 of the amazing ones we were sent.

29. World Book Day
Morgan 11, cohen 7 and Autumn 5 months from Emsworth dressed up for World Book Day. | User (UGC) Photo: User

30. World Book Day
Archie and Reggie from Emsworth in their costumes for World Book Day. | User (UGC) Photo: User

31. World Book Day
Ryder Brickell, 5, from Portsmouth, dressed as Cat in the Hat for World Book Day. | User (UGC) Photo: User

32. World Book Day
Joshua, 6, from Fareham dressed up in his home made Fantastic Mr Fox costume for World Book Day. | User (UGC) Photo: User
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