The International Women’s Day Swimrise was organised by Anna Deacon, author of the wild swimming book Taking The Plunge, among others.
Posting on Twitter, Anna wrote: “An absolutely beautiful morning at Portobello, Edinburgh swimming on International Womens’ Day. We have raised thousands so far for Womens Aid, Rape Crisis and Held In Our Hearts with more donations pouring in. Amazing turnout, around 700 people #iwdswimrise2022”.
9. Time for hugs
These two women hug to keep warm after braving the cold waters, (Photo by Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images) Photo: Jeff J Mitchell
10. Making waves
Around 700 swimmers took a sunrise dip in the North Sea at Portobello Beach. (Photo by Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images) Photo: Jeff J Mitchell
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