Experts say spring is not upon us until the first day in March.
But as Heathman strolled through Hampstead on Friday last week, the colours of nature told a different story.
Spring has sprung early in Well Walk where blooming crocus and snowdrops have lit up the path with purples, whites and yellows.
It really is enough to put a spring in your step.
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