St Helier in the snow.

Two weeks into January 2013 and snow, bound for the Baltic states, found its way here.

A dry night and a cold morning, with islanders waking to warnings of school closures, delayed flights, abandoned cars and a child's sense of delight.

Snow and loads of it. But a day most kids and some parents won't forget.

Here's a reminder.

 

Commemoration for the Battle of Jersey and the Re-enactment of the Death of Major Pierson.

A dull day. Overcast with a soft mizzle that creates a chill. But in the Royal Square people gather to commemorate the Battle of Jersey and recreate the scene envisaged by the artist Copley's painting. The original is still on show at the Jersey Museum. The colour and noise attract a large crowd away from sale shopping.

The Jersey Pipe Band along with the Badlabecques provide a soundtrack.