FESTIVE swimmers braved the chilly temperatures as they took part in the annual Christmas Day swim.

Sporting gloves and Santa hats, people from across the city waddled into the water to take part in the tradition.

Here are some of the best pictures of the morning.

The Argus: People ran into the cool waterPeople ran into the cool water

The Argus: Some took to the water sporting Santa hatsSome took to the water sporting Santa hats

The Argus: Brave swimmers took to the water throughout the morningBrave swimmers took to the water throughout the morning

The Argus: Some opted for warmer attireSome opted for warmer attire

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