I'm ditching my cosy slippers for Nippy Dippers on Boxing Day as part of the annual Aberdeen Nippy Dipper charity event.

After a few days eating mince pies by the fire, there’s nothing like a dip in icy waters to raise money for a great charity.

Participants of the Nippy Dipper run into the North Sea at Aberdeen Beach for a refreshing and invigorating festive plunge. 

The Vegan Society is one of those rare charities, in that it strikes a chord with everyone: the work they do benefits people, animals, and the environment. I’ve had the pleasure of volunteering with them for years, and I can honestly say I’ve never met such amazing, conscientious, and motivated people. They need donations to keep their brilliant work going, so I would be delighted if you would consider sponsoring me.

As I stand shivering on the shores of Aberdeen Beach, I’ll be sporting the names of people who have sponsored me somewhere about my person... it’ll be like I’m wrapping your donations around me like a warm and fuzzy blanket. Hey – if you dig deep, I might even write your name on my face!

So I guess all that’s left for me to do is run into the North Sea on Boxing Day and splash around for a bit. Spectators welcome.

 

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