In Pictures: Snow scenes from around the north of England

The photographer of this snowy fence on Skiddaw described it as "strangely calming"

Snow has been falling across northern England creating picturesque scenes.

It was particularly heavy around Allenheads in Northumberland, with flurries also reported in Teesdale, County Durham and Cumbria.

Forecasters predict even colder air will move down from Greenland bringing biting temperatures to much of the UK.

Temperatures could fall as low as minus 15C (5F) in parts of Scotland overnight before slightly warmer weather brings a respite at the weekend.

A bus had to stop near Allenheads after a tree was brought down under the weight of the snow on its branches

Snow, sunshine and sheep created a great photo opportunity near Bowes Castle

There was a cold and frosty start to the day in Teesdale

A walker crossing between Northumberland and Cumbria was not deterred by the freezing conditions

A snowman in Consett was topically decorated

Langley Castle Hotel and its grounds looked picturesque from above