Dozens of brave men and women lined up to take part in a mad dash to the sea at Walcott, on the north Norfolk coast, on Christmas Day.

Eastern Daily Press: Walcott Christmas Day swim. Pictures: Ian TaylorWalcott Christmas Day swim. Pictures: Ian Taylor (Image: Archant)

The event started 11 years ago in memory of Hilary Dockerty following her death, aged 22, from cystic fibrosis.

Thrill-seekers lined up on the beach, some in fancy dress, to brave the waves at 11am.

Ian Taylor, from Happisburgh, cheered them on from the sidelines, but did not brave the water.

He said: 'There were about 20 people leaping into the water. Men and women, aged from their 20s to 50s, I would say. I don't go in. It's too cold for me.

Eastern Daily Press: Walcott Christmas Day swim. Pictures: Ian TaylorWalcott Christmas Day swim. Pictures: Ian Taylor (Image: Archant)

'I know it's been a mild day but that does not seem to make much difference with the temperature of the water. They all said it was still really cold. 'They only stayed in the water a few seconds.'