Much of the UK is bracing for snowy and icy conditions over the weekend, with some areas in Scotland already receiving a few centimetres of the fluffy stuff. That's proving to be welcomed with a warm embrace by some of our four-legged friends, who have been out in full force enjoying the snow.

Large parts of the country will face disruption from heavy snow and freezing rain over the weekend after forecasters issued two amber weather warnings. Stranded vehicles on the roads, delayed or cancelled rail and air travel and power cuts are all likely as the UK grapples with a week-long spell of wintry conditions, the Met Office said.

Large parts of the UK will be hit by heavy snow and freezing rain which could lead to disruption this weekend amid two amber weather warnings.