Record number of naked swimmers take part in the North East Skinny Dip at Druridge Bay
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More than 1,400 people attended Druridge Bay before sunrise on Sunday, which meant the event would hit its target of £25,000.
Since 2012, the event has raised over £100,000.
People were invited to make a pledge of £15 to take part, with all proceeds go directly to Mind, to improve local mental health services and local mental health.
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Hide AdParticipants enjoyed a sauna on the beach, provided by Earth Bond, fire dancing by Penella Bee, and breakfast provided by Re-f-use café.
Jax Higginson, founder and organiser, previously said: “It is a celebration of life, of nature, and of our own, unique, physical bodies. It's about taking a risk and embracing a moment of pure joy and freedom. It provides a rare opportunity to step into our vulnerability, confront shame and smash the beauty myth”.
You can still donate to Tyneside Mind’s GoFundMe.