On Tuesday evening, students also took part in the Gaudie – a torchlit procession to honour John Honey, who saved a crew from a shipwreck off East Sands in 1800.
This year, the Gaudie took a different route using the lower cross pier due to the main pier suffering storm damage.
Here are some of the best pictures from both events.
Students gathered on Tuesday evening for the annual Gaudie. Image: St Andrews University
The Gaudie procession took a different route this year. Image: St Andrews University
St Andrews University students taking part in the annual Gaudie tradition. Image: St Andrews University
A group of students jump with joy on East Sands. Image: St Andrews University
The procession gathered at East Sands as part of the Gaudie. Image: St Andrews University
Friends strike a pose during the May Day dip on Wednesday. Image: St Andrews University
Students braving the cold and misty conditions. Image: St Andrews University
A group of friends after taking the chilly plunge. Image: St Andrews University
The cold water didn’t stop this group of students taking part. Image: St Andrews University
The East Sands was awash with activity. Image: St Andrews University
Two students feeling proud after taking part in the traditional May Day dip. Image: St Andrews University
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Pictures as St Andrews students brave chilly and misty waters for annual May Day dip
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