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Santa spotted on Belfast Lough

by Gerry Reid 23 Dec 2017 10:10 GMT
Santa spotted on Belfast Lough during the Bosun Bob's RS400 Autumn Series © Bradley Quinn

Santa Claus has been spotted sailing on Belfast Lough near Royal North Yacht Club.

Santa was taking part in Bosun Bob's RS 400 Autumn Series.

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