The first week of January will see Britain gripped by “harsh frosts” and bitterly cold icy conditions, forecasters said. Saturday promises to be drier for many, with relatively clear skies, but wintry showers around coastal areas could creep inland, bringing some hill snow throughout the day, the Met Office said. Overnight scattered showers combined with freezing temperatures will also bring a risk of icy pavements and roads. It hasn t stopped many of us spending time outside building everything from snowmen to igloos. Here some great snow pictures sent in by readers. Snowboarding in Briercliffe (Picture by Mark Alker) Here is Frankie aged 2 from Lower Darwen, in his igloo built with proper cubes!