Tenby Boxing Day Swim Draws Record-Breaking Crowd for Charity

Over 1,150 participants braved icy waters in superhero costumes to honor the RNLI's 200th anniversary and raise funds for the lifesaving organization.

• The annual Tenby Boxing Day Swim saw a record 1,150 participants take to North Beach in festive fancy dress.
• This year's theme of superheroes celebrated the RNLI's 200th anniversary, with costumes including Batman, Wonder Woman, and emergency service crews.
• The event has raised hundreds of thousands of pounds for charities over its 52-year history, with this year’s proceeds going to Tenby RNLI.
• Local figures played key roles, including Tenby town crier Erin Morgan and 10-year-old Sam Fecci, who fired the starting pistol.
• The swim has become a cherished tradition for the community, blending festive fun with support for vital causes.

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