PRIMARY school youngsters dressed in style to enjoy their golden jubilee summer fair.

Children from Eldon Lane Primary School put on their finery for a fancy dress parade on Friday.

Kings, queens and celebrities from the past 50 years paraded in the school yard.

Councillor Margaret Ingledew, deputy chairwoman of Wear Valley District Council, judged the entries, with Leanne Hornsby, nine, winning the junior section for her interpretation of a punk. Thomas Sumpton, nine, who dressed as rock star Elvis Presley, was runner-up.

Kate McHutchen, five, dressed as the Queen of Hearts, beat strong competition to win the infants title, with Klayton Hunt, four, dressed as a prince, the runner-up.

As well as celebrating the Queen's golden jubilee, the event was also a fundraiser to help buy equipment for a play area.

Coun Ingledew said: "The whole afternoon has been excellent, not just for the school, but for the whole of the village.''

Headteacher Dorothy Hope said: "This is also our jubilee celebration because we did not have time to do anything before half-term. We are trying to raise money for early years play equipment and, as usual, support from parents has been phenomenal.''