RNLI fundraising swim at Ballygally

Swimmers were out in their numbers for the annual dip at Ballygally on December 29 in aid of Larne RNLI fundraising group.

By The Newsroom

Published 2nd Jan 2019, 15:52 BST

Updated 10th Jan 2019, 11:32 BST

Larne crew members who assisted with safety cover for the event

They were cheered on by family and friends as they took to the water at the Coast Road location.

Among the participants was Paul Steele with a home-made ‘gyro-copter’ suit, bearing the registration G-YROX, which is owned and flown by Norman Surplus, 2nd coxswain Larne Lifeboat.

Members of Larne Lifeboat crew came along to assist with safety cover for the event.

The organisers extended thanks to Larne RNLI crew, swimmers, supporters and the Ballygally Community Group for the use of their hall for serving refreshments after the swim.

Larne RNLI