Nostalgia: 17 pictures looking back at the Todmorden New Year swim back in the 2000s

The brave tradition of the New Year swim in Todmorden saw brave souls take to the icy waters.

By Abigail Kellett

Published 2nd Jan 2023, 06:00 GMT

Updated 27th Dec 2023, 11:09 GMT

The annual race saw swimmers enter the depths of Lee Dam at Lumbutts.

We’re taking a look back at pictures from the event over the years – do you spot anyone you know?

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New Year Swim at Lee Dam, Lumbutts, Todmorden back in 2008

1. New Year Swim

New Year Swim at Lee Dam, Lumbutts, Todmorden back in 2008 Photo: Jim Fitton

Swimmers at the Lumbutts Dam New Year swim back in 2004.

2. New Year Swim

Swimmers at the Lumbutts Dam New Year swim back in 2004. Photo: cr

Swimmers at the Lumbutts Dam New Year swim back in 2004

3. New Year Swim

Swimmers at the Lumbutts Dam New Year swim back in 2004 Photo: cr

Swimmers at the New Year swim in 2003

4. New Year Swim

Swimmers at the New Year swim in 2003

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