Traditional music, Irish wolfhounds and historic banners were among the highlights of the procession.
5. St Patrick's Day
The annual St Patrick's Day parade around the centre of Ashton-in-Makerfield. Photo: Photographer Michelle Adamson
6. St Patrick's Day
The annual St Patrick's Day parade. Photo: Photographer Michelle Adamson
7. St Patrick's Day Parade
Flags were flying at the annual St Patrick's Day parade around the centre of Ashton-in-Makerfield, organised by the Brian Boru Club. Photo: Photographer Michelle Adamson
8. St Patrick's Day
The annual St Patrick's Day parade around the centre of Ashton-in-Makerfield. Photo: Photographer Michelle Adamson