Jessica Fuller emerged from the water at Sandycove beach in Dublin on Christmas morning, toasting the occasion with her mother. “Cheers mam, I love you,” said Ms Fuller (52) as she clinked martini glasses with her mother Elizabeth (81) in the sand. Photograph: Bryan O’BrienAn empty Forty Foot on Christmas morning due to high waves. “We’re not sure what’s open so we didn’t plan anything.”Bathers brave the cold waters of Dublin Bay at Sandycove on Christmas morning. Photograph: Bryan O’BrienMs Levine, whose ancestors hail from Ireland, said: “We wanted a new start to the year and figure it’s a refresh.

Source: The Irish Times December 25, 2025 13:32 UTC