People walk among the snow covered trees at the national arboretum, Westonbirt (file image)

Snow is forecast to fall across multiple parts of Britain, including in Gloucestershire, this week as temperatures plummet amid a blast of arctic weather.

Widespread cold conditions and some wintry hazards are predicted across the country.

The UK Health Security Agency has issued a cold weather warning, effective from today (Monday), which will remain in place until Friday. It covers the East Midlands, West Midlands, North East, North West, and Yorkshire and the Humber.

The Met Office has confirmed that snow and ice are possible following a period of above-average temperatures, with high pressure expected to bring widespread cold conditions across the UK.

It says the most significant factor bri

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