The Siberian airmass arrived on the very Western edge of Wales this week, bringing with it snows, ice, and thousands upon thousands of birds we rarely see in such numbers. Redwing, lapwing, fieldfare and golden plover driven to the edge of the country in search of food and shelter from the storm.
So for the first time in years not only were there thousands of unusual birds on the beach, there was snow too!
This is the same beach (Marloes Sands, photo Mike Alexander) in summer…….
Mike Howe 
Wow, dramatic images, Mike! The atmosphere after the snow has been quite eerie, too.
Thank Jo, it was all a bit strange wasn’t it?
Beautiful but so cold. I feel sorry for the many small animals (especially birds) that suffer during this time. I sure hope warmer weather moves in soon.
Warmer temps here already, back to rain!
Always a relief after such a cold snap.
Wow! Thanks for the photos, I’ve been hearing about the “Beast from the East.” I hope you warm up soon. And those birds get back to where they belong.
It’s much warmer now, amazing transformation, snow nearly gone 1 day later 👍
Beautiful beach – and I prefer the summer one. Interesting with the birds – are people helping to feed them?
I prefer the summer scene too, can’t wait!
Oh, it’s the summer scene for me. Hope the snow lets up and signs of spring are with you soon.
Summer scene for me too, desperate now!
😦