Breast cancer charity partners with historic Ilkley lido

Dip4Nip Challenge Invites Community to Plunge in Historic Ilkley Lido for a Good Cause. Join likeminded people for the Dip4Nip Challenge at Ilkley Lido on Sunday, October 6th from 2pm to 3pm. This exhilarating community event aims to raise funds for The Nipple Innovation Project (NIP), a breast cancer charity dedicated to providing free 3D nipple tattoos to survivors.

The Nipple Innovation Project is the UK’s first mastectomy tattoo charity. Providing breast cancer patients of all genders (yes, men get breast cancer too!) with realistic 3D areola tattoos to replace the ones lost through mastectomy surgery.

October is breast cancer awareness month, and with that comes The Nipple Innovation Project’s annual fundraising campaign, Dip4Nip. Challenging participants to take on a cold water shower, cold tub dip or outdoor water plunge for our charity.

Many NIP recipients have faced a long and challenging journey after breast cancer surgery. Dip4Nip offers a chance to show solidarity and empowerment. By taking the plunge in cold water, participants can step outside their comfort zone, to allow NIP to bring breast cancer patients back into their comfort zone. It's a symbolic challenge that raises awareness and vital funds while promoting a sense of holistic well-being for all.

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Details of the day:

Ilkley Lido 2pm - 3pm£5 Entry Ticket - Purchased Here

The private event will include a guided breathwork session by Louise at Spxce, to take participants safely through their cold water dip. The dip will be followed by a warm up and hot drinks. Safety is paramount to NIP for all the participants taking part, and so particpants will be fully guided throughout the session.

A charity raffle will be held on the day complete with prizes from the cold water community and local community.

About the Nipple Innovation Project

The Nipple Innovation Project is a charity dedicated to providing free 3D nipple tattoos to breast cancer survivors. Our mission is to help women regain their confidence and sense of self after undergoing mastectomy or lumpectomy.

For more information, and to purchase a ticket, please visit: dip4nip.nipcharity.org/communitydips

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