Oh the magic of snowfall!

Well, magical if you’re a kid and, instead of going to school, you’re hurtling down hills on a makeshift sled. Not so great if you’re stood on a station platform rueing the cancellation of your train home. Yes, we know that this white blanket over Britain can make many people jaded.

So here are five things you can do to make light of the coldest spell in 100 years.

1. Snow creates an opportunity to settle some scores with a good old fashioned snowball fight! If you’re stuck at work, you could call the competition and tell them you’ll meet them on the corner in twenty minutes – two rival advertising agencies in Manchester did.

2. Get creative in the snow. Many people are branching out from the traditional snowman to animals, sculptures and famous figures. What can you build? Send us your snaps!

3. Snow creates a wonderful magical wonderland that makes the world look altogether more vibrant. Here at Belvoir we’re looking at all the glorious images of this country in the snow.

4. The slushy aftermath of snow gives every form of news broadcast the chance to overuse the word ‘treacherous’. Create your own tally chart for the times it’s mentioned. Then compare and share with friends.

5. Check out the #UKSnow map and, if you use Twitter, tweet the snowfall in your area to contribute.

And after playing in the snow, we think there’s nothing better than defrosting in front of a roaring fire with a warm mug of Belvoir’s delicious Winter Berries Cordial, and dreaming of picnics in summer.

Right. As it’s now officially The Twelfth Day of Christmas, we must dash off and tuck the angel back in her box, pack away the decorations and finish off the last of the Christmas treats.

And on that note, Happy New Year everyone. Enjoy the snow as much as you can!