Six large patches of snow had survived the summer, one up to 12ft deep.
Times, Sunday Times
But we were surprised to find patches of snow, so we made snowmen - albeit three inches high.
The Sun
A mountain only has a few patches of snow when it should be swarming with skiers.
The Sun
The cable car sails over silver birch and pines and patches of snow.
Times, Sunday Times
In the distance soft indigo mountains are still flecked with patches of snow.
Times, Sunday Times