Picture gallery: Blizzards hit UK

As snow storms continue to grip large parts of the UK, BBC News Online provides some key images of the freezing temperatures.

This enterprising person makes the most of the weather in Buckden, North Yorkshire

A man battles to clear snow from his drive in Allendale, Northumberland

A snow plough tackles up to eight feet of snow in Allendale, Northumberland

A young boy attempts to clear snow from a car

This sheep was among animals caught in Northumberland's big freeze

RAF mountain rescue teams are kept busy in Buckden, North Yorkshire