Around 250 revellers came down to watch the New Year’s Day loony dook, with more than 90 feeling plucky enough to get in the water.
This marked a return for the once annual event, which was put on a brief hiatus after high tides forced organisers to cancel it in previous years.
Now, the Breakfast Dip is back for 2025, with all funds raised going towards the restoration of the Limekilns Pier.
The loony dook was organised by Alex Hill, who launched a Facebook page in September to stir up interest for the event.
He said: Thank you to all those that came along and braved the chilly water.
“A really massive thank you to those who came along and helped out – it really couldn’t have been done without you.
“Despite the rain and sleet, it all brightened up by 1pm. Locals provided a large amount of prizes for the raffle and we nearly ran out of tickets.
“I was pensive that due to both the weather and the event’s absence, it might not be so popular but I was proven wrong.
“Very happy people, a great positive atmosphere and a good result.”
This year’s Breakfast Dip attracted interest from Jocky Wilson, a 72-year-old from Waulkmill Farm who was determined to take part.
He had gained approval from his doctor, who said he could enter the water only up to his knees.
In addition, Jocky attracted sponsorship in the lead up to the event, raising a four figure sum which will go towards the restoration of the pier.
Alex continued: “Jocky had a major operation the day before but was determined to do it.
“His doctor said he could go up to his knees and did so guided by myself and another dipper.”
Participants paid a £10 entry charge for the Breakfast Dip, with the funds being put towards the restoration of Limekilns Pier.
The historic pier had fallen into disrepair, with a group forming in 2015 to preserve the structure and promote education on Limekiln’s history.
A website was launched to keep residents updated on the progress surrounding the preservation.
The page reads: “A group of concerned local residents came together in 2015 determined to save Limekilns Pier for the community.
“That group has transformed into Limekilns Heritage Trust, an incorporated charitable organisation registered in Scotland.
“The principal aims of the Trust are to preserve the pier and historic sites within the local communities of Limekilns, Charlestown and Pattiesmuir and to educate local children about the history of these sites.”