North Norfolk residents have had a stark reminder of the beauty, danger and sheer force of the weather recently as the so-called 'Beast from the East' brought snow, subzero temperatures and chilly winds.

Eastern Daily Press: Mundesley church sitting pretty amongst the snowfall Photo: Nadine GrayMundesley church sitting pretty amongst the snowfall Photo: Nadine Gray (Image: (c) copyright newzulu.com)

Many of us were unable to live our lives as we usually do - whether that meant having to stay at home from school or work, leaving the car in the driveway to avoid the treacherous road conditions or simply having to put on extra layers of clothing when we went outside.

But while the snow caused us problems and inconvenience, there is no denying it also turned our landscape into a winter wonderland.

The weather gave us a chance to build snowmen and igloos, go sledging and stroll about enjoying the unique ambiance of it all. Here is a selection of snowy photos showing our region in all its glory.

For more news and photos of the recent snow in north Norfolk, don't miss your copy of the North Norfolk News, available at newsagents and supermarkets across the area.

Eastern Daily Press: West Runton in the snow this week. Picture: Sue BignellWest Runton in the snow this week. Picture: Sue Bignell (Image: Sue Bignell)

Eastern Daily Press: Sheringham High Street. Picture: Karen BethellSheringham High Street. Picture: Karen Bethell (Image: Karen Bethell)

Eastern Daily Press: Sheringham sea front. Picture: Karen BethellSheringham sea front. Picture: Karen Bethell (Image: Karen Bethell)

Eastern Daily Press: A Sheringham dog enjoying the snow. Picture: Jo JohnsA Sheringham dog enjoying the snow. Picture: Jo Johns (Image: Jo Johns)

Eastern Daily Press: Cromer in the snow. (February 28, 2018). Photo: Rob Henry PhotographyCromer in the snow. (February 28, 2018). Photo: Rob Henry Photography (Image: Rob Henry Photography)

Eastern Daily Press: Cromer in the snow. (February 28, 2018). Photo: Rob Henry PhotographyCromer in the snow. (February 28, 2018). Photo: Rob Henry Photography (Image: Rob Henry Photography)

Eastern Daily Press: Cromer Town Centre, CromerSnow in Cromer, Charlotte Mitchell (4) builds a snowman next to North Lodge, CromerFor:Edp Copy:EdpArchant © 2005(01603) 772434Cromer Town Centre, CromerSnow in Cromer, Charlotte Mitchell (4) builds a snowman next to North Lodge, CromerFor:Edp Copy:EdpArchant © 2005(01603) 772434 (Image: Archant © 2005)

Eastern Daily Press: Steven Doggett, of Cawston, made an igloo. It took him five hours with a little help from his girlfriend and his mum. Picture: COURTESY OF LAURA CORNWELLSteven Doggett, of Cawston, made an igloo. It took him five hours with a little help from his girlfriend and his mum. Picture: COURTESY OF LAURA CORNWELL (Image: Archant)

Eastern Daily Press: Snow in Wells. Picture: ROBERT SMITHSnow in Wells. Picture: ROBERT SMITH (Image: ROBERT SMITH)