In Pictures: Thousands take to sea for Christmas Day swims in support of good causes

The Christmas swin at Inchydoney, West Cork. Picture Dan Linehan

Thousands of swimmers took to the water for charity swims on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day in conditions somewhat milder than in previous years. 

Large crowds turned out for a dip at Inchydoney Beach as part of the annual Clonakilty Christmas Swim in aid of the Mission in Mozambique.