The event, now in its tenth year, once again saw swimmers brave the North Sea without a stitch to mark the autumn equinox and raise money for Mind, a mental health charity.
Sunday’s (September 25) edition of the dip is expected to see the total raised over its lifetime eclipse £100,000.
Speaking ahead of the event, founder Jax Higginson, from Whitburn, said: “North East Skinny Dip is a celebration of life, of nature and of our own, unique, physical bodies.
"It’s about taking a risk and embracing a moment of pure joy and freedom.”
See more of our pictures from another great day out in support of a worthy cause.
Speaking ahead of the event, founder Jax Higginson, from Whitburn, said: “North East Skinny Dip is a celebration of life, of nature and of our own, unique, physical bodies.
5. Bare necessities
Almost 1,000 skinny dippers took the plunge last year Photo: North News and Pictures NNP
6. Making waves
Ben and Kaylena Mushen travelled from Sunderland for the dip. Photo: North News and Pictures NNP
7. Take the plunge
Organiser Jax Higginson has called the event "a celebration of life, of nature and of our own, unique, physical bodies". Photo: North News and Pictures NNP
8. Bracing
Dippers were not deterred by a brisk Northumberland morning Photo: North News and Pictures NNP