As many begin to nurse their Christmas Day hangovers early tomorrow with paracetamol and ice packs, others opt for a more natural cure – outdoor swims.
Not sure where to start? Metro has compiled a list of dozens of cold water swims this Boxing Day from Northern Ireland to Wales with the help of the Outdoor Swimming Society.
The health benefits of braving icy waters are numerous, including an increase in dopamine levels by 250%.
It can also help speed up muscle recovery and reduce damage, as well as boost circulation and help tighten skin.
If this sounds like something you’d be keen on, check to see if there’s a Boxing Day dip near you.
Location and time: The Harbour, Noon
Dress code: Fancy dress
Ventnor Esplanade (free)
Location and time: Ventnor Esplanade, noon
Dress code: Fancy dress
Whitstable (free)
Location and time: Tankerton Slopes, 11 am
Dress code: n/a
Location and time: Aldeburgh, near the Moot Hall, 11 am
Dress code: n/a
Location and time: Cromer Pier, 10.30 am
Dress code: n/a
Location and time: Llandudno Beach, 10 am registration
Dress code: Fancy dress encouraged
Location and time: North Beach, Tenby, 11am
Dress code: Superhero fancy dress
Location and time: Sea Palling Beach, noon
Dress code: n/a
Location and time: Pier Road, 10.30 am
Dress code: Fancy dress
Folkestone Lions Club Boxing Day Dip (£10)
Location and time: Sunny Sands Beach, registration at the Mariner Pub. Swim times TBA
Dress code: Fancy dress encouraged
Hayling Island (free)
Location and time: 8.30 am, Skate Park, Hayling Island
Dress code: Old swim fashions
Location and time: Lifeboat Slipway, Recar, 10.15 am
Dress code: Fancy dress
Location and time: Sale Water Park, 12 to 2 pm
Dress code: n/a
Location and time: Long Sands Beach, 10.45 am. Meet at Crusades
Dress code: n/a
Location and time: Little Haven Beach, 11 am
Dress code: n/a
Note – registration required
Location and time: The Marine Hotel, Seaton Carew, 10 am
Dress code: Fancy dress encouraged
Location and time: The Stack, Seabrun, 10 am
Dress code: Fancy dress encouraged
Location and time: Whitby Bandstand on Pier Road, 10 am sign in
Dress code: Fancy dress encouraged
Location and time: Harbour Office, Burghead, 2.30 pm
Dress code: n/a
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