Darlington's Dinosaur Day was a huge success as families gathered to be wowed by the ancient creatures.

Jurassic animals took the stage as hundreds of people descended on the town centre to watch.

From 11am to 3pm there was a variety of themed activities and live entertainment.

One of the most popular attractions was the Wild West Dino Dig UK which was a fully unique, bespoke and interactive mobile palaeontology exhibition.

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It gave visitors the chance to experience the golden age of dinosaur discoveries during the American Wild West and Victorian Britain.

The full schedule for the day included:

Market Square Dinosaur Shows 11:30am, 12:30pm, 1:30pm and 2:30pm

* Sit-on Statue

* Dino Fuzzy Felt Activity and colouring in activities in the Market Square.

* Outdoor games

The Northern Echo: Acts performed on stage in Darlington town centre

2. x2 Dino babies walkabouts 11am, 12pm, 1pm and 2pm

Skinnergate, Grange Road and Duke Street Areas

3. The T-Rex walkabout 11am, 12pm, 1pm and 2pm

Northgate, Bondgate and High Row Areas

The Northern Echo: A dinosaur patrolling the street

4. Market Hall Wild West Dino Dig 11am - 3pm  Wild West Dino Dig UK is a fully unique, bespoke and interactive mobile palaeontology exhibition, which is set during the golden age of dinosaur discoveries during the American Wild West and Victorian Britain.

The Northern Echo: Everyone had a great day

5. Dinosaur Trail to find the clues around Darlington town centre, enter your answers by finding the clues around the town to be in with a chance of winning a dinosaur inspired hamper of goodies. Collect your entry form from the market square.