THE traditional Lee Dam New Year Swim at Lumbutts, Todmorden, is to be held on Sunday, January 7.

The money raised will be shared equally by the Todmorden Swimming Club and the Hippodrome Flood Appeal.

Swimmers are asked to report between 1.30pm and 2pm, with fancy dress being optional.

The trophies and certificates will be presented at the Top Brink Inn, where a free soup and roll will also be available for swimmers.

For further details and sponsor forms contact Anne Sutcliffe, telephone 01706 812717.