TRADITIONAL Twelfth celebrations in Irvinestown will this year combine with the Lady of the Lake Festival. 

These events will overlap for the first time, commemorating the 334th Battle of the Boyne and the annual festival. 

County Grand Master, Mervyn Byers, said combining the events is a "great opportunity".

"This is a great opportunity for everyone to come along and enjoy both these celebrations," he said.

"It is hoped that this will attract people from all communities, and boost local tourism."

A new parade route will start at the Assembly Field, at Necarne Estate, granted by D. Keys, Dromore.

The procession will start at noon, leaving Necarne Estate and making its way through Castle Street, through Main Street and onto the Kesh Road to the Meeting Field, granted by V. Thompson, for a religious service at 2.30pm.

After the service, the procession aims to leave the Meeting Field at 3.15pm, making its way back to Necarne Estate via Main Street.