Frozen Regent's Park

It's been below zero for a week now, and the lake has albeit frozen over.  A few tiny patches where running water have prevented the ice over.  Most of the ducks, geese and gulls have been practicing their slip-sliding away.  The Siberian winds have kept the park almost devoid of people.



Sub Zero in Regent's Park

A scene more akin to Eastern European than to Central London, frozen icicles cascading down struggling water fountains in the Avenue Gardens.  Only those with non-slip boots and arctic gloves were brave enough to stop and admire natures sculptures.

 

   

Freeze the balls on a brass monkey!

A quick sharp walk across Regent's Park, due to the caustic weather not encouraging meandering or the stopping of movement to admire the last of autumn.  Hibernation imminent.

 

The few snow flakes that fell this afternoon in Central London were witnessed by waiting parents desperate to pick up their charges and head for the warmth of homes.  Time to get out the thermal underwear and snow boots. 

Pea Soup in Regent's Park!

After several days of high winds and it raining cats and dogs, it was a welcome relief to find it bitterly cold and foggy!

A leisurely stroll through Regent's Park saw hardened dog owners and runners trying to get fit before the onslaught of Christmas mince pies and chocolates.