West of England in pictures: Cold water dip and beavers unleashed

Thrill-seeking swimmers enjoyed a cold dip this week at Bristol’s The Wave as part of a fundraising event for hospice care.

In Somerset, six beavers were released into the wild at an estate as part of efforts to restore nature.

Elsewhere in the West of England, flooding dominated the landscape after relentless rain, but fortunately there was still plenty to smile about.

Here’s a selection of the best photos from across the West.