Manx ballroom dancers take the crown in Blackpool

The Isle of Man's junior team came first in the Junior Dance Festival

Manx ballroom dancers have taken the crown in what's described as one of the most prestigious competitions in the world.

Competing in the Blackpool Junior Dance Festival at the famous Winter Gardens, the Isle of Man came first against teams from England, Wales and Ireland.

The competition has been running since 1957 and sees young dancers from around the world compete in Ballroom, Latin American and Sequence routines.

The Isle of Man's juvenile team, which is made up of dancers under 12, will compete on Wednesday (23 April).