Hundreds celebrate Christmas with a splash

Wednesday 26th December 2012, 9:10AM GMT.

The large crowd who took the plunge at Havre des Pas. Picture: Rob Currie
The large crowd who took the plunge at Havre des Pas. Picture: Rob Currie

Hundreds of hardy Islanders celebrated Christmas morning with a quick dip in the sea, despite the blustery conditions.

The traditional swim at Havre des Pas saw a huge crowd either taking to the water or watching from the sidelines, with more enjoying a splash at Ouaisné, St Catherine’s slip and St Ouen.

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