As the first true snow of winter falls across Saffron Walden, Dunmow and the rest of Uttlesford, we want to share your pictures of fun in the cold stuff.

Although fun for youngsters, the snow is also having an impact on roads right across the county.

Essex Highways and Essex Police are advising people not to drive unless it is really necessary.

Saffron Walden Reporter: St Mary's Church in Great Dunmow with a layer of snow. Picture: MARCUS FROSTSt Mary's Church in Great Dunmow with a layer of snow. Picture: MARCUS FROST (Image: Archant)

If you must travel then do so with extreme caution and allow plenty of extra time for your journey.

Essex Police posted on its Facebook page: “We are experiencing a high number of calls relating to the roads and the poor conditions.

“Remember, only call 999 in an emergency and 101 for a non-emergency.

“We are experiencing traffic disruption on a number of roads in Essex and this is causing tailbacks.

“Our advice is that you should only travel if necessary.”

For advice on driving in winter visit the force’s page here.

Saffron Walden Reporter: A snowman in Saffron Walden. Picture: CELIA BARTLETT PHOTOGRAPHYA snowman in Saffron Walden. Picture: CELIA BARTLETT PHOTOGRAPHY (Image: Archant commissioner.)

Information on school closures will be shared here by Essex County Council – if there are any – though parents are also advised to monitor individual school websites too.

The Met Office has an amber warning for snow in place lasting until 6pm on Sunday, December 10.

Saffron Walden Reporter: Snow in Colyn Place, Saffron Walden. Picture: SIMON TRIMNELLSnow in Colyn Place, Saffron Walden. Picture: SIMON TRIMNELL (Image: Archant)

Forecasters have also issued a yellow warning for ice, from 4-11am on Monday, December 11.

We would love to see your snow pictures – please email them into editor@saffronwalden-reporter.co.uk or to editor@dunmow-broadcast.co.uk including your name and where the picture was taken. But please stay safe and warm.

Saffron Walden Reporter: Snow in Thunderley, Wimbish. Picture: SARAH HORNBYSnow in Thunderley, Wimbish. Picture: SARAH HORNBY (Image: Archant)

Saffron Walden Reporter: Snow in Ashdon: Picture: @MRAUTOGRAPHS/TWITTERSnow in Ashdon: Picture: @MRAUTOGRAPHS/TWITTER (Image: Archant)

Saffron Walden Reporter: An Aussie snowman in Great Easton. Picture: GEORGE MANAn Aussie snowman in Great Easton. Picture: GEORGE MAN (Image: Archant)

Saffron Walden Reporter: Snow in Great Dunmow town centre. Picture: JODY REYNOLDSSnow in Great Dunmow town centre. Picture: JODY REYNOLDS (Image: Archant)

Saffron Walden Reporter: Snow in Dunmow. Picture: CLLR DANIELLE FROSTSnow in Dunmow. Picture: CLLR DANIELLE FROST (Image: Archant)