132 fabulous World Book Day pictures of children across Hampshire

Senior Reporter

Published 5th Mar 2026, 19:11 GMT

Updated 10th Mar 2026, 10:58 GMT

It’s World Book Day.

Schools are looking a little different too, with staff fully embracing the spirit of World Book Day and joining in the fun alongside the children

Check out our gallery of 132 fantastic pictures of children across Portsmouth and the surrounding area clad in their best book-inspired outfits:

Emily Marples has shared this brilliant picture of Elliott and ET. | Emily Marples

Ten-year-old, William Wallis, as Officer Dibble from Top Cat. | Vicky King

Millie has celebrated World Book Day dressed as Stick Man. | Sophie Victoria

Cuteness overload! Pooh bear and Eeyore | Tilly Boyle

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