Cold.

It felt very cold today with the lowest temperatures of the winter forecast from tonight with snow for the north of the country and possibly down as far as here. I needed to go to the bank so I walked into town and on my return journey the sun was shining so I took some photos along Pilton Street. 

 Some of alms houses still being used as homes for the elderly of the parish.

As I walked along Pilton Street I couldn't help wondering what it was like when many of these properties were thriving shops.  Now it is much quieter, apart from Green Man Day, with two pubs, a fish and chip shop, an Indian take-away, a florist and a hairdresser. Even in my time the tea rooms, Post office/newsagent and greengrocer have all closed down. Not surprising with the High Street a short walk away and of course all the usual big stores a short drive away.

 More alms houses.

In town I went into Wilko's and naturally had to check out the last of the Christmas reductions. The price on the shelf was 10p per item but when I got to the checkout they were 1p each. I make that a 98.75% reduction. I would have bought more of the robin gift tags but that was the only one I could find.

At home I finished pressure washing the top level decking. Once it dries it goes a lot lighter and also I'll be glad that the decking is no longer dangerously slippery. I shall continue doing a small amount each day to avoid water collecting by the conservatory. I've put the plants on the paving for the time being so that it'll be easier when the remodelling/repairs get done. 

Yet another lovely sunset to tempt my eye.