THE Beast from the East dumped a load of snow on the Herald's patch overnight and throughout Friday, causing widespread disruption.
School have closed, events cancelled, public services disrupted, and main and rural roads across the area have been severely affected.
Heavy flurries are forecast to continue throughout the evening and into the early hours, and a yellow weather warning will remain in place until at least 11am on Saturday.
The Met Office said temperatures are then set for a sharp rise, hitting seven degrees on Monday morning, which will trigger a big thaw.
Several events have been cancelled as a result of the adverse weather. More HERE.
The Herald's photographer Mark Williamson has been out and about, see his pictures below.
Spectacular snow drifts alongside the A3400 at Pathlow. Photo: Mark WilliamsonIt was snow school for many. Photo: Mark WilliamsonThese recently born lambs braved the wintery conditions near Loxley. Photo: Mark WilliamsonAn ambulance battled through the conditions as the snow began to fall again this afternoon. Photo: Mark WilliamsonMany residential roads in Stratford, including Shottery Road, made for tricky driving. Photo: Mark WilliamsonThere was no stopping the Royal Mail in Stratford. Photo: Mark WilliamsonThe Ridgeway near Stratford had to be cleared throughout the day. Photo: Mark WilliamsonThe Ridgeway near Stratford. Photo: Mark WilliamsonSpring was trying its hardest to arrive. Photo: Mark WilliamsonStratford's canal basin is frozen solid. Photo: Mark WilliamsonThese pigeons on the rood of Cox's Yard cancelled all flights. Photo: Mark WilliamsonDelivery drivers continued to get through despite the conditions. Photo: Mark WilliamsonThis cyclist took to the A3400 south of Stratford. Photo: Mark WilliamsonThe A3400 south of Stratford was badly hit by snow drifts. Photo: Mark WilliamsonSnow piled up near Snitterfield. Photo: Mark Williamson
