Photographer John Alderson was up bright and early to make sure he caught the stunning morning light on camera as Seaburn Beach and Wearside landmarks was bathed in a red and orange glow.
His photographs show crowds of New Year’s Day dippers and walkers out in force at Seaburn Beach to see in the first morning of the year.
Scroll through our gallery of John’s beautiful shots to see the moment the sun rose over Wearside.
1. Early morning stretches
Swimmers enjoy an early morning stretch on Seaburn beach. Photo by John Alderson. | User (UGC) Photo: John Alderson
2. Orange glow
Dog walkers enjoying the bright orange glow from the sunrise. Photo by John Alderson. | User (UGC) Photo: Photo by John Alderson.
3. Chasing the sun
Dippers chasing the sun as they run into the sea at Seaburn Beach to mark New Year's Day. Photo by John Alderson. | User (UGC) Photo: John Alderson
4. Taking in the moment
Walkers taking in the moment the sun rises over Seaburn Beach. Photo by John Alderson. | User (UGC) Photo: Photo by John Alderson.