Edinburgh Loony Dook 2023: 19 photos of New Year dip in the Firth of Forth at South Queensferry

Brave souls plunge into the Firth of Forth for the Loony Dook New Year dip 2023

By Ginny Sanderson

Published 2nd Jan 2023, 10:43 BST

Updated 2nd Jan 2023, 11:36 BST

Although the official event wasn’t part of the Hogmanay calendar this year, that didn’t stop dedicated swimmers taking a chilly dip for the Loony Dook 2023. Here are some photos from the annual New Year event, which took place in South Queensferry on Sunday (January 1, 2023).

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This couple in pink herald in the New Year in style

1. Loony Dook 2023

This couple in pink herald in the New Year in style Photo: Robert Perry

Rugby players take a dip in the waters

2. Loony Dook 2023

Rugby players take a dip in the waters Photo: Robert Perry

The Loony Dook at South Queensferry normally attracts thousands - but this year an unofficial event was held

3. Loony Dook 2023

The Loony Dook at South Queensferry normally attracts thousands - but this year an unofficial event was held Photo: LISA FERGUSON

One swimmer enjoys his Daniel Craig moment as he emerges from the waves

4. Loony Dook 2023

One swimmer enjoys his Daniel Craig moment as he emerges from the waves Photo: Robert Perry