Bristol in pictures: Scenes from across the city

Global rugby star Ilona Maher made her Bristol debut on Sunday, and delighted fans by taking time to sign autographs and take selfies afterwards

Flights diverted, yellow and amber warnings, the sound of car windscreens being scraped at dawn - winter has definitely had its grip on Bristol this week.

But away from the chilly weather the show must go on, including rugby, football and live shows.

There is also a new Luke Jerram artwork on the way, and a veteran athlete from Bristol celebrating a double sporting success.

Wetsuit needed: Despite often sub-zero temperatures, the hardiest folk have still been cold water swimming and, as this picture shows, surfing at The Wave on the outskirts of the city.

Heading to the game: Bristol City fans walk the familiar route along Ashton Road as they prepare to cheer their team on in the FA Cup tie against Wolves. Scott Twine scored a stunner but the Premier League visitors went home with a 2-1 win.

Time to fly: People may have been surprised to see hot air balloons over the city this week despite the cold. Some pilots have been taking to the skies, while this Cameron Superlight smaller balloon also got its moment in the sun at Ashton Court.

Bring me sunshine: A new artwork by Bristol creative Luke Jerram was revealed on Friday. Named Helios after the Greek god who personified the sun, it is his latest astronomical work and will go on tour to National Trust properties in 2025.

The white stuff: While the city itself largely escaped the snow this week, Bristol Airport's position high on a plateau meant there was a covering more than once, with flights disrupted and some diverted.

One moment in time: Queen of the Night, a tribute to Whitney Houston, was at the Hippodrome for one night only on Friday, treating the audience to some of her biggest hits. The show sold 100,00 tickets at venues like the Royal Albert Hall in 2024.

Preservation: Staff from Bristol City Women, Bristol City Robins Foundation and Nature Positive went to Ashton Vale Primary School this week to give pupils hands-on tips on how to enhance the natural environment around them.

Let there be light: We've been given a sneak preview of some of the attractions coming to the city as part of the Bristol Light Festival later this month, including a look at the interactive display called Tetra, designed in Canada. The event begins on 31 January.

Winner: Jules Taylor, a porter at the St Monica Trust retirement village at Westbury Fields, has been celebrating a double victory. He took both the 2024 Middle Distance and Long Course titles for the over-60s at the Quadrathlon World Championships.

It was all yellow: Locals have launched a campaign to raise enough money to complete much-needed repairs at Ashton Court Mansion. The Grade II-listed building needs an estimated £20m spent on it.