South Tyneside has been hit by an arctic blast as freezing temperatures froze the town in the lead up to Christmas.
Monday (December 12) into the early hours of Tuesday (December 13) saw what is thought to have been the coldest night of 2022 so far, with temperatures dropping as low as -7°c.
Here are 11 aerial photos of a wintry South Shields.
9. Christmas vibes
The snow is giving the town a Christmas feel this festive season Photo: Owen Humphreys
10. Dog walker
A dog takes its owner for a walk through the frost and snow Photo: Owen Humphreys
11. Snow is all around
Snow has covered most the UK, including the North East Photo: Owen Humphreys
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