The crocuses and daffodils are peeping their way above the soil - a sure sign that spring is on its way.
Members of St Helens Star Camera Club shared their images of early signs of spring and what a colourful display lies ahead.
The Camera Club is a supportive and friendly group of amateur and professional photographers and as well as submitting photos taken recently, members also take part in regular themed challenges, like waterways, reflections and Valentine's Day.
You can join 792 others in our camera club on Facebook at facebook.com/groups/sthelensstarcameraclub
A splash of yellow at St Helens Chantry by Suzie Remadems
Busy bees by Sue Atherton
Lone fusari amid a small hydrangea (Image: Gerald Murphy)
Dwarf daffodil by Gerald Murphy
Erica × darleyensis in Taylor Park by Jen Hill
Floral blooms along Sankey Canal by Paula Terry
Bright colours at Merton Bank (Image: Dave Parry)
Flowers and leaves in Victoria Park by Linda Howell
New blooms at Haresfinch Park by Lynne Gavaghan
New life at St Mary's in Newton-le-Willows by Dave Parry
New signs of life at Sankey Valley Park by John Dearden
Growing nicely at Willow Park by Paula Terry
Old meets new by Suzie Remadems
Pretty in pink in Billinge (Image: Emma Lacey)
Spring in the air by Mark Garner
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