The short-lived snow flurry left pavements, rooftops and roads coated in a thin layer of fresh snow, following weeks of frost and icy conditions.
While the snowfall was light and did not settle deeply enough for disruption locally, it marked the most noticeable snowfall the town has seen this winter.
Further wintry weather could follow over the coming days. The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for snow and ice covering London and South East England.
Forecasters said snow and ice could arrive with a system moving in from the south-east, with the potential for travel disruption if conditions worsen. Scattered rain, sleet and snow showers affecting Wales and western parts of England are expected to feed eastwards during Tuesday morning.
While not all areas are likely to be affected, small accumulations are possible. The greatest chance of snowfall is across higher ground in Wales, where 1cm to 3cm could accumulate in a few places. Elsewhere, accumulations are expected to be minimal, although up to 1cm is possible in isolated areas.
With temperatures widely below freezing, icy surfaces are likely, particularly during the early morning.
The Met Office is urging people to take care when travelling, allowing extra time for journeys and checking road conditions and public transport updates in advance. Drivers are advised to ensure vehicles are winter-ready and to carry essential supplies such as warm clothing, food, water and a phone charger in case of delays.
Pedestrians and cyclists are advised to use main routes where surfaces are more likely to have been treated, and residents are encouraged to stay up to date with forecasts as weather warnings may change.




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