One of the stranger sights  was the glow of lights behind the Albert Monument, like a scene from a science-fiction film. These were laser tests ahead of the firework display at Dalton Barracks.

November began mild, but by the end of the first week most deciduous trees had already shed their leaves, helped along by shorter days, wind and rain. Some trees were bare, some had a few leaves left.

The oaks however held onto their foliage  right up to the end of November, after several frosts.

There were several frosty mornings after the middle of the month.

Frost outlines tiny plants that grow in the grass, making them and the grass more distinct.

This seat faces the sun rise whether or not anybody is there to enjoy it.

A mini-tractor made its early-morning rounds emptying bins, leaving tracks in the frost.

The low winter sun casts long shadows from the Albert Monument and the trees.

After a frosty night, there is often a sunny day. Albert Park is a popular walk all year round. The November sun attracts not just the dog walkers and joggers, but walkers without dogs making the most of the semicircle of paths.

With the branches bare, birds were easier to spot as they sang or flitted from tree to tree.
Bright holly berries and the red cups of yews also stand out after other colours fade.