Quote: Darthchris "It's always warmer in big built up cities compared small isolated communities'"
This is true, but usually only by a degree or so. And yes, it is 'firm' underfoot - I just walked past some blackbirds using an angle-grinder and a jackhammer. Google has also informed me the ambient temperature is -9c which really does feel a bit parky. Lucky we're not playing Leeds - they'd feel right at home.