It was a very cold morning, and there was very light snow on the ground - and on the frozen Lily Pond. The conditions aren't making it easy for the contractors working on the park - not only must it be unpleasant and even painful working in these conditions, but if the ground, water, and anything damp are frozen, there are many jobs that just can't be done. The paving slabs on the west of the Lilly Pond have now been removed, and work is well underway to put down hard core and sand. I believe they hoped to re-open one of the paths through the Rose Garden this week, but it looks to me as though the weather may interfere with that plan. Likewise the frozen ground, water and some building materials are probably hindering progress on the Pavilion, though with all the steelwork now in place it is possible to get some idea of just how much of an improvement there will be. Finally, personally, as webmaster, I'd just like to thank the contractors, who continue working in difficult conditions, and are always friendly and helpful.