New Year's Day sea swims take place across Ireland
Scores of hardy swimmers braved chilly waters for New Year's Day dips across Ireland, from Antrim to Cork, raising money for charity and community causes. Read about the frosty tradition.
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UK Swimmers Brave the Cold for New Year's Day Tradition
Revellers across the UK and Ireland took a bracing plunge into the sea on New Year's Day 2026. See the photos and read about the chilly charity tradition.
Sea swimmers urged to be cautious for New Year dips
Wild swimming groups across the UK are advising caution for traditional New Year's Day dips due to dangerous coastal conditions. Learn the essential safety tips.
Safety warning for New Year's Day sea swimmers in UK
Coastal authorities across Britain issue urgent safety advice for festive sea dippers. Learn the essential cold water risks and how to stay safe for your New Year's swim.
Danni Menzies' Christmas Day Loch Plunge Stuns Fans
Former A Place In The Sun presenter Danni Menzies braved a freezing Scottish loch for a Christmas Day cold plunge, sharing the festive wellness moment with her Instagram followers.
RNLI Warning After Christmas Day Swimmers Disappear
The RNLI warns of cold water shock risks after two men went missing in Devon. Essential safety advice for New Year's open water swimmers revealed.
Danni Menzies' freezing Boxing Day swim in Scottish loch
Former A Place in the Sun presenter Danni Menzies stuns fans with a festive wild swim in a freezing Scottish loch. The 37-year-old braved the icy waters in just a red bikini and Santa hat.
Search for missing fisherman Ben Dowie enters ninth day
A major search is underway for missing fisherman Ben Dowie, 28, after his boat was found aground with its engine running on an Aberdeenshire beach. Read the latest updates.
Major Search for Missing Fisherman Ben Dowie Continues
A major search is underway for Ben Dowie, 28, after his creel boat was found aground on an Aberdeenshire beach with its engine still running. The multi-agency operation enters its ninth day.
Kate Bush friend missing after Christmas Day sea swim
Singer Kate Bush pays tribute to missing friend Matthew Upham, 63, after a Christmas Day swimming incident in Budleigh Salterton. Emergency services stood down search.
Antiques dealer missing after Christmas swim rescue attempt
Matthew Upham, 63, is feared drowned after being swept away while trying to save a woman during a festive swim in Budleigh Salterton. Read the full story of his selfless act.
Two missing after Devon Christmas Day swim tragedy
A festive swim at Budleigh Salterton turned to tragedy as two men, including a beloved local antique dealer, were swept out to sea in rough conditions. Search efforts continue.
Two missing after Christmas Day swim tragedy in Devon
A survivor of a Christmas Day swim in Budleigh Salterton describes entering the 'worst ever' water as a 'mistake' after two men, including an antiques dealer, went missing. Read the full story.
Antiques Dealer Missing After Christmas Swim
Matthew Upham, 63, remains missing after a stormy Christmas Day swim in Budleigh Salterton. Emergency services have called off the search. Read the latest updates.
Man missing after Christmas Day Devon swim named
Antiques dealer Matthew Upham named as one of two men feared dead after being swept to sea during a Christmas swim in Budleigh Salterton, Devon. Read the family's tribute.
Two missing after Christmas Day swim in Devon
Matthew Upham, 63, and another man are missing at sea after a Christmas Day swim in rough conditions off Budleigh Salterton. Emergency services launched a major search.
Two missing after Christmas Day swim in Devon
Two men, including a local antiques dealer, are missing after a traditional Christmas Day swim in Budleigh Salterton turned to tragedy. A major search has been called off.
Search for missing Christmas Day swimmers called off
Extensive search for two men missing after a Christmas Day sea swim at Budleigh Salterton has ended. Emergency services recovered others safely. Our thoughts are with the families.
Two missing after Christmas Day swim in Devon turns to disaster
Two wild swimmers remain missing after a traditional Christmas Day dip in Budleigh Salterton, Devon, turned to tragedy in stormy conditions. A major search operation has been stood down.
Urgent Boxing Day Swim Warning After Devon Incident
Police issue urgent warning against Boxing Day swims after two men go missing during a Christmas Day dip in Budleigh Salterton, Devon. Search called off amid difficult conditions.
Two missing after Christmas swim in Devon
A major search operation was launched in Devon after two men disappeared during a Christmas Day swim. Emergency services urge caution as weather warnings remain.
Two men missing at sea off Devon coast on Christmas Day
Two men remain missing after getting into difficulty at Budleigh Salterton. Police urge the public to avoid Boxing Day swims despite the conclusion of extensive searches.
Coastguard search for two missing men in Devon called off
A major search for two men missing off Budleigh Salterton beach on Christmas Day has been stood down. Emergency services rescued others amid severe weather warnings that cancelled festive swims.
Search for missing Devon swimmers called off on Christmas
A major search operation for two swimmers missing off Budleigh Salterton has been stood down. Emergency services warn of dangerous sea conditions. Read the full story.
Two missing after Devon Christmas Day sea incident
Two men are missing after a group got into difficulty in the sea off Budleigh Salterton on Christmas Day. Emergency services launched a major search amid severe weather warnings.
Two Missing After Christmas Day Devon Sea Incident
Two men are missing off Budleigh Salterton after a multi-agency rescue on Christmas Day. Emergency services urge public caution due to severe weather warnings.
Two missing after Christmas Day sea rescue in Devon
Emergency services launch major search after two men disappear during festive swim in Sidmouth. Multiple others rescued from dangerous conditions. Stay informed.
Christmas Day Swim Sparks Major Emergency Response in Devon
Emergency services were called to a Devon beach on Christmas Day after swimmers ignored severe weather warnings. Read the full story on the dramatic rescue operation.
Christmas Day Swim Cancelled After Devon Beach Emergency
Emergency services swarmed a Devon beach on Christmas morning, leading to the cancellation of a festive swim. Several people were safely recovered from the water. Read the latest updates.
Festive swimmers brave freezing seas on Christmas Eve
Hundreds of festive swimmers plunged into icy UK waters for charity on Christmas Eve, despite a cold health alert and temperatures set to drop to -5°C. Read about the brave dippers and the weather warnings in place.
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