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Loony Dookers chill out for New Year | Loony Dookers chill out for New Year |
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New Year revellers have braved the cold of the Firth of Forth to take part in the annual Loony Dook in South Queensferry. | New Year revellers have braved the cold of the Firth of Forth to take part in the annual Loony Dook in South Queensferry. |
Some hardy souls dived into the chilly waters in their swimwear while others donned fancy dress. | Some hardy souls dived into the chilly waters in their swimwear while others donned fancy dress. |
Organisers said more than 1,000 people from 23 counties took part in the event, part of Edinburgh's Hogmanay. | |
Similar new year swims took place in Dundee, in Loch Ness and at Coldingham Bay in the Borders. |