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Local entrants in the festival 18-year-old Catherine Atkinson (left) of Waterbarn Street, and 15-year-old Julie Harvey of Scott Park Road.

Burnley Ballet Festival ended this weekend after a hectic but highly entertaining two days for judges and competitors alike. Over 280 local dancers were placed, including 10-year-old Andrea Bamber from Brierfield, who won the Pearl Redman (junior local aggregate) Trophy.

All the judges were highly satisfied with the standard achieved by the youngsters, and organisers were pleased to see that the festival's popularity continues to increase.
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