Snow hits Glasgow

 Couple of ducks on frozen pond

 

In common with rest of the British Isles, Glasgow was hit by Storm Bert. As predicted, we were subject to a snow dump overnight (Fri/Sat) which provided a nice snowscape to wake up to but in the course of this morning the snowfall was replaced by rain. As the day (Sat) progressed the layer of snow turned into water laden slush which made motor transport and walking a challenge.

I went out for my morning walk as usual but found my leather boots provided little protection.Towards the end of the walk I was experiencing mild hypothermia as my feet became saturated with freezing water.However, I eventually returned home safely and started to warm up again.

Included in this post is a portfolio of images taken during my walk as I passed through Rouken Glen Park and the Glasgow suburb of Giffnock.

Boat House Cafe at Rouken Glen


Cold pigeons at Rouken Glen

Auldhouse Burn (stream) at Rouken Glen.


Hungry waterfowl at Rouken Glen


Unusual vegetation at Rouken Glen


Orchard Park Hotel with traditional postbox, Giffnock

Fenwick Road (main street) Giffnock

Sledge parked outside Giffnock cafe


Overall, a memorable morning's walk!

More information

For more information on Glasgow and Scotland in general please refer Visitors’ Guide to Scotland, ISBN 978-1-9161332-0-4. This book is also available via Kindle.

 

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