YOUNGSTERS across Bolton will be celebrating one of children's most famous and loved authors tomorrow.

So don't be surprised if you see Charlie, from Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, Matilda or even the oompa loompas walking down the street to schools.

For Thursday is Roald Dahl Day and we want you to send pictures of your children dressed up as characters from his popular books.

Last year we had a brilliant response from proud parents sending in their pictures. We will publish the pictures online in a celebratory gallery and in The Bolton News.

Roald Dahl Day is an international day marked every year on the anniversary of his birthday. The day celebrates all the characters created by the children's author whose most popular books included Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, Matilda and The Fantastic Mr Fox.

Dahlicious Dress Up Day raise money for Roald Dahl's Marvellous Children's Charity.

Send your pictures of children celebrating the day to pictures@theboltonnews.co.uk.