WIZARDS and witches turned out in force to take part in Torfaen libraries’ second celebration of the national Harry Potter Book Night.

At libraries in Blaenavon and Cwmbran, children dressed up in all manner of magical beings before the Sorting Hat put the attendees into their houses for the evening.

The children created their own wands, participated in a hunt for magical items and created their own mythical monsters and creatures, on Thursday.

Bettina Robinson, senior library assistant, said: “Harry Potter Book Night is now in its second year and it is always a delight to see children so enthused and excited about books and reading.

“This is the first event we have held Blaenavon Library’s new home at the World Heritage Centre, and we couldn’t have had a better location.

In keeping with the fun activities, the libraries were transformed into Torfaen’s very own Hogwarts, and the children discussed their favourite parts from the stories by author JK Rowling.

“The building is itself an old school and with an old fashioned school room, was a perfect stand in for Hogwarts,” she added.

“Both events were a great success, and a great opportunity for children to take part in this national event.”