20 great pictures as Sunderland's Boxing Day Dip returns after three years

The Boxing Day Dip is back.

By Kevin Clark

Published 26th Dec 2022, 14:32 BST

Around 350 people braved the icy waters of the North Sea today as the popular event returned for the first time since 2019.

Hundreds more spectators lined the promenade to cheer on the hardy souls taking the plunge.

Can you spot yourself in our gallery of pictures?

1. Ready to go

Crowds on the beach await the dippers Photo: NNP

Racing for the waves Photo: NNP

Catwoman, Batman, Wonder Woman and Poison Ivy brave the waters Photo: NNP

Fancy dress is hugely popular at the Dip Photo: NNP