A total of three festive sea dips will take place in our area over the holiday period this year.
Organisers are hoping that lots of brave people will turn out to the events and raise thousands for the nominated charities.
Christmas Day (25th December) will see the 58th annual morning sea dip on the Northside of Bridlington (below the Expanse Hotel).
The event is steeped in tradition and was set up almost six decades ago by the late Warwick Connelly who had a bet with his customers in Old Town that he and some friends dare to swim in the chilly waters of the North Sea on Christmas Day morning.
After Warwick passed away, his family members have always attended and taken a swim and the organisation of the event has been carried on by Steve Tighe from RT Fitness who is continuing the time honoured ritual.
Over the decades the Yuletide dip has raised tens of thousands of pounds for local and national charities and has attracted upwards of 100 hardy souls for the plunge.
Participants are asked to gather for a safety briefing no later than 9.45am, with the dip taking place at 10am prompt. This will be under the watchful eye of the Bridlington RNLI Inshore Lifeboat.
Organiser Steve said: “There is suggested donation… for those taking the dip it will be £5 per person. Once again, let’s fill the sea with brave dippers this year.
“And for all the spectators coming to watch – please bring a little money with you to throw in the bucket… the kind that folds would be amazing. Fancy dress as always is optional but it would be great to see as many in suitable outfits as possible.”
Contact Details: RT Fitness Christmas Day Dip 2024.
