Scores of swimmers turned out to support the event, held in support of Wearside Women in Need and as part of International Women's Day.Scores of swimmers turned out to support the event, held in support of Wearside Women in Need and as part of International Women's Day.
Scores of swimmers turned out to support the event, held in support of Wearside Women in Need and as part of International Women's Day.

10 photos of brave Sunderland swimmers marking International Women's Day

Sunrise on International Women’s Day was marked with a swim in Sunderland – with these photos capturing the joy of the dash into the icy waters.

It was one of more than 60 dips held around the country held to support women’s aid organisations, with the Outdoor Swimming Society backing the events.

Here’s another look at some photos of the event taken by North News and Pictures.

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