The annual Aberdeen Boxing Day dip into the chilly North Sea raised almost £15,000 for charity this year, despite difficulties and rescheduling brought on by flooding.
The Nippy Dip usually takes place on December 26 as a way for hardy souls in the Granite City to give themselves a freezing-cold spell of exercise after indulging on Christmas dinner, and generate cash for their causes of choice at the same time.
And this year, despite the long-running tradition being put back to January 2 due to the flooding chaos across the north-east brought on by Storm Desmond, a total of 93 brave Aberdonians went for a frosty swim, many wearing costumes, and a courageous few wearing just their swimming trunks.
In total, this year’s dippers raised more than £14,000 for their individually chosen charities and non-profit groups.
It was organised by the Aberdeen Lions Club, an association which aims to support those in need living in communities across the city.
Chris Southworth, a member of the club, explained that his organisation raised £500 for their own charity of choice, the Lord Provost’s Charitable Trust.
Mr Southworth added: “The weather was treacherous on Boxing Day, so, from a safety perspective, we had no option but to cancel the Dip for the first time ever in over 20 years.
“We were delighted, however, that so many dippers managed to take part in the rescheduled event a week later.”
Mr Southworth also thanked the members of the Aberdeen Coastguard service, Aberdeen Surf Life Rescue, and Sports Aberdeen who gave their time on the day to make sure everything went swimmingly.