To give the fell walkers amongst you the latest update from the Lake District: snow is fairly continuous above 600 metres with drifting in spaces especially on ridge lines. Full winter equipment is advised including ice axe and crampons and remember the days are still short so take a head torch!

Remember to check conditions before you head out.  The latest conditions on Helvellyn are updated daily by the felltop assessors on http://www.lakedistrictweatherline.co.uk/index  or take a look at http://www.mwis.org.uk/ld.php for the latest mountain weather forecasts.