But the views were spectacular and our photographer Michelle was out and about at various famous local sites before the thaw set in and here are some of her pictures
13. SNOW
Snow scenes at Haigh Woodland Park, Photo: Photographer Michelle Adamson
14. SNOW
Winter scenes at Haigh Woodland Park, Wigan, after snow falls over the borough. Photo: Photographer Michelle Adamson
15. Frozen
Frozen waters of the Leeds Liverpool Canal, pictured near Wigan Investment Centre. Photo: Photographer Michelle Adamson
16. Frozen
Emergency services are warning members of the public about the dangers of frozen water and not to stand on the ice. Sections of the Leeds Liverpool Canal are frozen over, pictured near Wigan Investment Centre. Photo: Photographer Michelle Adamson