Mr Benn was full of smiles and met with local dignitaries and he enjoyed a cup of tea with local Orangemen.
Out on the streets, Mr Benn spoke with those who were in attendance for the parade and was accompanied by Fleur Anderson, Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State.
He also met with PSNI Chief Constable Jon Boutcher in Belfast where he was briefed on the policing operation.
5. Sharing a joke
Secretary of State for Northern Ireland Hilary Benn and Fleur Anderson, Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State have a laugh during the Twelfth of July demonstration in Irvinestown, county Fermanagh Photo: Kelvin Boyes
6. Meeting and chatting
Secretary of State for Northern Ireland Hilary Benn pictured with members of the Orange Order during the Twelfth of July demonstrations in Irvinestown, county Fermanagh Photo: Kelvin Boyes
7. Making a point
Secretary of State for Northern Ireland Hilary Benn speaks to Orange Order members Photo: Kelvin Boyes
8. Introducing himself
Secretary of State for Northern Ireland Hilary Benn pictured in Irvinestown, County Fermanagh where he met with local Orangemen and watched the annual Twelfth July parade Photo: Kelvin Boyes