Brave swimmers take to icy waters during annual New Year Swim in Todmorden

Brave swimmers took to the icy waters of Lee Dam, Lumbutts, near Todmorden yesterday (Sunday) for the annual New Year swim.

The annual event attracted lots of courageous swimmers to tackle the challenge.placeholder image
The annual event attracted lots of courageous swimmers to tackle the challenge.
Girls winner was Natalia Bealeplaceholder image
Girls winner was Natalia Beale
Mens winner was Jamie Bealeplaceholder image
Mens winner was Jamie Beale
Ladies winner was Sonya Moorheadplaceholder image
Ladies winner was Sonya Moorhead
The event, organised by Todmorden Amateur Swimming Club with support from Todmorden Lions and The Top Brink Inn, was a fantastic success.placeholder image
The event, organised by Todmorden Amateur Swimming Club with support from Todmorden Lions and The Top Brink Inn, was a fantastic success.
Boys winner was Noah Bealeplaceholder image
Boys winner was Noah Beale
The event has been a staple in the Calder Valley calendar for many years.placeholder image
The event has been a staple in the Calder Valley calendar for many years.
Some swimmers even wore fancy dress as they took on the challengeplaceholder image
Some swimmers even wore fancy dress as they took on the challenge
After taking the plunge, swimmers were rewarded with hot soup and a roll at the Top Brink Inn.placeholder image
After taking the plunge, swimmers were rewarded with hot soup and a roll at the Top Brink Inn.
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