Thurso Hogmanay 2008/09

A very traditional Hogmanay from Thurso, Scotland. Music was provided by local band, Whisky and the lone piper was Alan Ploughman. Around 2500 revelers enjoyed an excellent street party to bring in 2009 at Sir John's Square in front of St Peter's Church. The church clock was 2 minutes fast, not bad for such an old timer! The weather was mild after several days of hard frost and there was a little bit of light drizzle but overall it stayed dry. The square and town centre streets looking fabulous with christmas lights provided by Thurso Town Improvements Association which works hard to make sure the town has the best christmas decor north of Inverness. The event passed without any trouble or incident, a credit to the people of Thurso.