TWO centuries ago one of Britain’s, and indeed the world’s, most famous writers was born.

So what better than to celebrate the birthday of Charles Dickens with a special Victorian event.

And that’s exactly what students and teachers at Dame Alice Owen’s School did, as they adorned themselves in either a Dickensian novel fancy dress or Victorian clothing and took part in baking delicious treats and playing games, too.

A town crier was called in to make the event even more authentic, while stalls with everything 1812 made for a “fantastic” day, according to English teacher Katie Kennedy.

She told the Potters Bar Edition: “We had an absolutely brilliant time, everyone took part in the fancy dress which was great.

“And our Dickensian Market, with stalls, games, street sellers and live music, was excellent.”