If you're actually looking forward to taking the kids - or just yourself - outside on Friday or Saturday to build a snowman, ...

When someone asks, or sings, "Do you want to build a snowman?" the answer should always be yes. Building a snowman after fresh powder falls is a timeless winter activity – no matter your age.

Snowball fights and sledging are regular winter pastimes if the weather is right, as well as, of course, snowman building. Image caption, Two snowmen holding hands in the Peak District.

If you're actually looking forward to taking the kids - or just yourself - outside on Friday or Saturday to build a snowman ... Check out our photos of amazing snow structures from winters ...