17 festive pictures from annual Santa Splash paddle boarding along Leeds canal

Dozens braved the cold and fog for the annual Santa Paddle Splash along the Leeds Liverpool canal.

Spirits were high despite the freezing waters for those taking part in the annual Santa Paddle Splash this morning. Paddlers set sail from The Tiny Tea Room in Rodley towards Apperley Bridge Marina, before making the return journey.

Hundreds of people lined the route to watch support the festive paddlers, who were dressed in their best Christmas and Santa outfits.

Yorkshire Evening Post photographer Steve Riding captured these pictures from the event...

7. Santa Paddle along Leeds Canal 2025

Dean Jordan aka The Grinch and his fellow paddlers. | Steve Riding

Dean Jordan aka The Grinch. | Steve Riding

Sarah Ellis, of Meanwood, took time away from her Elfish duties. | Steve Riding

Those taking part set off from The Tiny Tea Room in Rodley at around 10am and set sail towards Apperley Bridge Marina. | Steve Riding

Amy Smith, of Woodhouse, was rocking around while partaking in the annual paddle. | Steve Riding

Paddlers move their way along the Leeds-Liverpool Canal. | Steve Riding