BRAVE Boxing Day dippers were spotted taking to the sea this morning dressed for the festivities.
The usual festive sequined dress, Santa hats and reindeer antlers were seen alongside happy faces as swimmers battled the chilly conditions.
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The Boxing Day Dippers hit the beach this morning in bikinis and Santa hatsCredit: PA
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Other brave beachgoers opted for festive reindeer antlersCredit: PA
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One family man took to the water dressed as an elf Credit: Getty
As many went for a refreshing swim at Ayr Beach in Scotland, smiles could be seen bouncing in the water as people turned towards the shore.
Others managed to keep their Santa hats on as they jumped against the oncoming waves.
One man was indeed ready to cook leftovers the day after Christmas with a red apron tied around his bare-chested torso.
Some seemed to have forgotten their themed accessories, instead wearing their holiday spirit with a smile.
Almost all of them started going out with bare feet, opting for swimsuits, bikinis or underpants.
A group of women were spotted holding hands as they stepped out into the cold water side by side, encouraging each other with moral support.
While many visitors seemed to take the wintry weather with ease, others were more hesitant to strip down and instead wore wetsuits alongside their Santa hats.
One man held up an elf costume with ears, hat and gloves.
The annual charity event is held to raise money for Ayrshire Cancer Support, which provides free services to people in Ayrshire with cancer.
People gather at Ayr Beach every year around 11am to dive in and raise donations for a great cause.
It comes after This Morning star Ben Shephard showed off his ripped six-pack as he braved the cold for Christmas gravy yesterday.
The TV presenter, 50, was seen in navy blue swimming trunks as he joined hundreds of other divers in Port Isaac, Cornwall.
Despite temperatures of just 11 degrees, the star was seen jumping into an ice bath.
The Tipping Point star showed off his toned physique while going topless.
Ben was seen waist deep in water as he gave a big thumbs up.
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Dozens of Britons jumped into the cold water, some even wearing glitter Credit: Getty
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The annual charity event begins at 11 a.m. Credit: Getty
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Some opted for more casual swim gear, while others opted for a full costumeCredit: PA
After completing the annual challenge, Ben was seen returning to the dry as he reached for a towel to dry off.
The star was also seen sipping a drink in a small glass, before heading back home to celebrate the day with his family.
Meanwhile, the Boxing Day weather forecast revealed a foggy start for Britons in the south of England and Wales.
Scotland and Northern Ireland can expect patches of heavy rain, particularly in Glasgow and Edinburgh.
In the north of England there could be sunny spells until the afternoon.
Much of Britain will experience average seasonal temperatures, with higher figures further north.
Scotland and Northern Ireland are forecast to hover around 10C during the day.
The afternoon should also bring highs of 10C to the south-west coast of England in areas such as Plymouth.
Elsewhere, much of England and Wales will remain around 8C or 9C during the day, while lows of 6C are forecast in the Midlands.
However, next week the numbers will drop drastically as revelers look forward to celebrating the New Year.
Temperatures are expected to reach a low of -2C in northern Scotland, while much of the country is set to stay just above freezing for the festivities.
Met Office forecasters predict that the temperature in the north of England and the Midlands will remain around 4C.
The agency’s latest weather map has revealed the exact date snow will fall across the UK in just days.
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The annual event takes place in Ayr, ScotlandCredit: PA
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People are raising money for Ayrshire Cancer Support, which provides free services to people in Ayrshire with cancerCredit: Getty
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Basketball on Christmas Day dressed as Mrs. ClausCredit: Getty
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