The popular January 1 event to mark the New Year is celebrating its 40th anniversary this year.
Temperatures were said to be below zero as the Loony Dookers took to the water.
Some were in fancy dress, but others looked chilly in swimming costumes.
Organisers of the free, no-ticket event said it was “the original and best hangover cure, with the amazing backdrop of the Forth bridge”.
The Loony Dook was started by locals, but then became part of the official Edinburgh’s Hogmanay programme until 2023, when locals reinstated it as a free, local event.
Scroll through the pictures and see how the Loony Dookers welcomed 2026.
1. Monster occasion
What's this? Has the Loch Ness Monster come to the Firth of Forth to celebrate the Loony Dook's 40th birthday? | TSPL Photo: Lisa Ferguson
2. Hello 2026
Hundreds of people braved the icy waters of the Forth to welcome 2026 by taking part in the annual Loony Dook at South Queensferry | TSPL Photo: Lisa Ferguson
3. Wave from the water
A wave to the camera from this pair before they plunge into the water. | TSPL Photo: Lisa Ferguson
4. Heads we win
Fancy glasses and headgear reflected the fun of the occasion | TSPL Photo: Lisa Ferguson