The Southend RNLI Lifeboat station has opened registration for its 9th Annual New Year’s Day Dip, inviting participants to brave the chilly waters in support of lifeboat services.
The event, scheduled for January 1, 2025, will take place at Jubilee Beach, Southend.
Sign-in begins at 10:45am, with the dip starting at 11:30am.
Entry costs £6 in advance or £25 on the day, with all proceeds going directly to support RNLI operations in Southend.
An RNLI spokesman added: "Back by popular demand, the Southend RNLI New Year's Day Dip makes a return for the 9th year running.
"Simply pluck up the courage to take the dip in the 5-6C waters of Southend, whilst raising money for the RNLI.
"All money raised will be utilised specifically at Southend RNLI.
Participants can register now to secure their spot at https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/southend-rnli-new-year-day-dip-2025-tickets-1075707884239
Allocations are made on a first come, first serve basis. Swaps are unable to be made on the day.
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