26 December 2011 Last updated at 14:12

In Pictures: 2011 Tenby Boxing Swim

Organisers say more than 650 braved the cold to take part in this year's Boxing Day Swim in Tenby.

Bathers turned out in all manner of fancy dress, although the official theme for the dip was Tenby on TV.

Organisers say the mild weather helped make 2011 a record year, with more swimmers taking part in the 41st dip than ever before.

Many of those entering the sea at Tenby's North Beach were raising money for good causes.

The resort featured in five different television programmes during 2011 and Tesco's Christmas advertising campaign.

The swim's four nominated good causes were Pembrokeshire Cancer Support, Hafan Cymru, Cruse Bereavement Care and the Tinker's Hill Bird of Prey and Swan Rescue Centre

A roaring bonfire greeted those emerging from the water and everyone received a medal for their bravery.

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In Pictures: 2011 Tenby Boxing Swim

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