\n But \u2018Dippers\u2019 won\u2019t have far to go, as the event is merely swapping to the other side of Boscombe Pier.\n<\/p>\n
\n Hundreds of revellers, many in fancy dress, race into the sea at 10.30am every December 25 to raise funds for Macmillan Caring Locally, the charity which supports the Macmillan Unit hospice at Christchurch Hospital.\n<\/p>\n
\n The Dip, which was started in 2008 by cousins John White Jr and Tommy Baker, has only missed one year – during the pandemic – and has raised \u00a3365k for the charity.\n<\/p>\n
\n The organiser of this year\u2019s Dip, Barry Wilson said: \u201cWe usually hold the event to the west of Boscombe Pier, however, because it attracts so many people we have decided to swap to the area to the east of Boscombe Pier between the Neptune and Urban Reef restaurant, where no vehicles are permitted and it\u2019s safer for pedestrians.”\n<\/p>\n
\n \u201cThis won\u2019t detract from the event in any way. The Dip has become an institution, supported by many local sponsors, and for many local families and groups of friends it’s the official start of the Christmas festivities.\u201d\n<\/p>\n
\n He continued: \u201cOnline booking for the Dip is now open but closes at midday on Wednesday, December 24 with only limited places still available. We would urge people to sign up as quickly as possible to avoid disappointment.\u201d\n<\/p>\n
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