Snow causes disruption to travel and schools in East Midlands

The Peak District is braced for more snow later

Snow has caused disruption to travel and schools in the East Midlands, with more expected throughout the day.

An amber warning for significant disruption has been issued by the Met Office for the Peak District area from 15:00 GMT, with a yellow warning for the rest of the region.

East Midlands Airport closed its runway and motorists were advised to allow extra time for travelling.

BBC Weather Watchers have been sharing pictures from around the region.

Birds in Buxton, Derbyshire, are braving the weather for meal time

Just before 11:00 East Midlands Airport, in Leicestershire, announced it had temporarily closed its runway due to adverse weather.

Flights have since resumed, with passengers being advised to contact their airline for the latest information.

Just before 11:00 East Midlands Airport announced it had closed its runway

National Highways has issued a severe weather alert for roads across the UK including the Midlands.

Derbyshire Roads Policing Unit said: "Hazardous driving conditions around the county this morning with more to come.

"Please allow extra time for the journey this morning if you need to travel and make sure your speed is appropriate to the conditions."

Other forces have also issued warnings about driving.

Derbyshire County Council said several roads had been closed due to "difficult conditions".

It said: "Showers of rain and sleet are expected to turn to snow later on this evening and overnight which means difficult conditions are set to continue on Derbyshire's roads, particularly in the High Peak and Derbyshire Dales.

"Many minor roads will be impassable so we are advising people not to travel unless they really need to."

The A6024 Holme Moss, Rushup Edge, Winnat's Pass, Snake Pass, the Cat and Fiddle and the A628 Woodhead Pass have been shut.

The A53 Buxton to Leek has also been closed.

Ruddington has had a light dusting

East Midlands Ambulance Service (EMAS) has asked people to only travel on the roads if necessary.

Those that do have been told to wear warm clothing, use main roads, and to clear vehicles of snow and ice properly before setting off.

Its non-emergency Patient Transport Services (PTS) has been reserved for patients who have life-saving appointments only - like chemotherapy, radiotherapy and renal treatments.

EMAS said: "Please carefully consider if you require a journey with PTS today or whether alternative arrangements can be made to ensure you can attend your scheduled appointment as planned."

Even the animals are wrapped up warm in Sutton Bonington, Nottinghamshire

Snow has also had an impact on rail travel across the region.

Both East Midlands Railway and CrossCountry trains have relaxed their ticketing restrictions to help customers.

Some schools in Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire have also decided to close due to the worsening weather.

Youlgreave All Saints Primary School, The Joseph Whitaker School in Rainworth, and Ravenshead C of E are among those sending children home early.

Nottinghamshire County Council said Rufford Abbey Country Park had also closed early "due to the inclement weather".

A blanket of white outside Wollaton Hall in Nottingham

Wingerworth in Derbyshire was looking wintry