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In pictures: Marking a momentous day
From trips to the Dome to a dip in icy cold waters, the first day of the new millennium will be one to remember.
A spectacular sight as the new century dawned over the Angel of the North statue, near Newcastle |
Some revellers experienced first light in the year 2000 in the mystical surroundings of Stonehenge |
But others had a more mundane task as the big clean-up began in London after the excitement of the night before. |
A New Year's Day Millennium Parade brought excited crowds into central London again |
The Millennium Dome opened its doors to the general public after a glittering opening night |
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Ellen Watson celebrated her 100th birthday with her great-great grandaughter |
In Scotland, hardy souls opted to take part in the "Loony Dook" - a dip in the icy waters of the Firth of Forth |
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