We Love MCR Charity are celebrating yet another successful mind-over-matter fundraising challenge, after their “Valentine’s Dip” took place at Sale Water Park on Saturday.
80 fearless ‘dippers’ went up to their necks in 6-degree February water, then faced a biting wind when exiting. However, it was all worthwhile as the total funds raised have come to an ice-cold £21,500 (so far), blowing We Love MCR’s target of £16,000 out of the water!
Participants embraced the Wim Hof technique, engaging in a group yoga and breathing session beforehand to prepare them for the freezing temperatures they would encounter.
The Lord Mayor of Manchester, Donna Ludford, was present to award prizes for best outfit/hat, and there were some crackers! As shown by Chorlton councillors Eve Holt and Mathew Benham enjoying a post-dip ice bath in full penguin outfits.
