WEATHER WARNING: Snow and ice causes problems for some guests at Tan Hill Inn - more on way for region

Several inches of snow, followed by a sudden freeze, meant some guests became stranded when their cars got stuck.

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Weathermen said temperatures at Britain's highest inn are expected to plummet to -6 centigrade over the next few hours.

More snow is expected this evening and will be driven by gale force winds, creating blizzard conditions. The Met Office has issued a yellow warning for more snow today.

Although most patrons are expected to be able to get home safely, hunkering down to ride out bad weather isn't entirely unexpected for Tan Hill veterans - and the pub has plenty of supplies to keep visitors warm and happy.

A band of wet weather swept in from the Atlantic Ocean this morning, bringing rain to many parts of the country and snow to Scotland and the higher areas of northern England.

And forecasters say more is on the way.

In the Lake District, motorists got into difficulties in the white-out conditions on higher routes.

WEATHER WARNING: Tomorrow's Met Office forecast for the Tan Hill Pub, in Swaledale

Cumbria Police's road traffic unit tweeted: "Kirkstone Pass and The Struggle CLOSED. Several vehicles stranded & RTCs (road traffic collisions). Treacherous conditions. Please DO NOT go there."

The showers are expected to move away later today but the Met Office has issued a further warning for snow tomorrow and into Tuesday.

Met Office forecaster Chris Page said accumulations at lower levels are expected to be low but up to 10cm is possible at altitudes above 200m in the north of England from tomorrow.

Mr Page said wind gusts of up to 60mph are likely, especially in coastal areas, adding to the blizzard-type conditions.

He said: "It doesn't necessarily mean that every single place within the warning zone will see snow.

"The nature of the showers is that it's a hit-and-miss scenario."

The latest yellow "be aware" warning is in place for the north of England, Scotland and Northern Ireland from just after midnight tonight to 3pm on Tuesday.

Mr Page said overnight ice will also be a possible problem for motorists.

Last night, rural parts of northern England experienced freezing temperatures, while in the Highlands the mercury fell to a chilly minus 7C (19F).

BE ALERT: The Met Office warning of snow and ice across the North-East and North Yorks for the next few days

There are currently 16 flood warnings and more than 40 flood alerts in place across England and Wales, most covering western coastal areas.

Strong winds and higher than average tides have prompted a warning of flooding risk caused by large waves.

People walking on coastal paths and promenades are urged to take care, the Environment Agency said.