Dippers posing in fancy dress for Lesley Brown at 2017 Ventnor Boxing Day Swiim

Head to Ventnor for annual Boxing Day Swim

The annual Ventnor Boxing Day Swim returns on Sunday (26th), this year organised by Ventnor Carnival Association.

In past years thousands of people have gathered to watch 100+ brave souls run into the sea for their post-Christmas dip. Given the situation with Covid, we expect the numbers will be reduced this year.

Bracing and invigorating
If you need to work off the excesses of Christmas Day, a dip in the sea on Boxing Day is sure to help. Sometime, even watching from the shore can be bracing and invigorating.

2017 Ventnor Boxing Day Swim by Lesley Brown
2017 Ventnor Boxing Day Swim by Lesley Brown

Of course, a wonderful part of watching the Boxing Day Swim is seeing the tradition of dippers donning a variety of fancy dress outfits.

Take part or spectate
If you are planning to take part, gather on the beach from 11.30am and the swim starts on the whistle at midday (tides permitting).

2017 Ventnor Boxing Day Swim by Lesley Brown
2017 Ventnor Boxing Day Swim by Lesley Brown

Spectators can assemble along the esplanade to cheer on the swimmers.

Well done to all those taking part, the volunteers collecting bucket donations for the Carnival Association and P.A.T.C.H. (local cancer charity).

2017 Ventnor Boxing Day Swim by Lesley Brown
2017 Ventnor Boxing Day Swim by Lesley Brown

Don’t forget to stick around in town afterwards to have a drink in one of the local cafes, restaurants or pubs.

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