Watch: Hundreds brave icy waters for New Year’s Day dip

While many people across the UK started 2024 nursing a hangover, or catching up on some well-needed sleep after a heavy night, these braved souls tackled icy waters and freezing temperatures for a New Year’s Day dip. These were the scenes at the Gosport New Year’s Day Dip at The Solent at Stokes Bay in Hampshire on Monday 1 January. Hundreds took part in the event to raise vital funds for the Gosport and Fareham Inshore Rescue Service. Watch more videos at the Independent TV: Click here to subscribe to The Independent: About The Independent: Making Change Happen. The Independent is the world’s most free-thinking newsbrand, providing global news, commentary and analysis for the independently-minded. Connect with The Independent: Check out our full video catalog: Videos, daily editorial and more: Click