Welcome to the Loony Dook 2026.
Every year, thousands take part in this lively tradition where, dressed in playful and fun costumes, people dip themselves into the icy Firth of Forth .
The crowds have been gathering for this courageous swim every New Year’s Day for the last 40 years, and it’s showing no sign of slowing down.
This year even saw a curious dolphin appear, no doubt wondering why so many people had decided to leap into the freezing water.
Here are 17 fun images of this brilliant event.
1. Fantastic costumes
Where else would you find Santa, a penguin and a flamingo except at the Loony Dook?! | Lisa Ferguson / The Scotsman
2. Absolutely bananas
We think these might be Minion costumes but we're not young and cool enough to know for sure - they look amazing though. | Lisa Ferguson
3. Well now...
These shark costumes will always be funny - great job folks | Lisa Ferguson / The Scotsman
