In pictures: UK snow 29 January 2015

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Heavy snow has been seen in many parts of the UK, causing disruption and school closures in some areas. Here are some of the best images from Thursday.

Motorists make their way over Hannahstown Hill on January 29, 2015 in Belfast,Image source, Getty Images
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In Northern Ireland, many roads were affected and a number of bus routes were hit. This vehicle is seen on Hannahstown Hill, Belfast.

A dog plays in snow in BelfastImage source, Getty Images
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Hector, a Spanish Water Dog, is content to chase his ball in the Belfast snow. A yellow warning for snow remains in place in Northern Ireland until 11:00 GMT on Friday.

Horse in snowImage source, PA
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More than 100 schools in Northern Ireland were closed as result of the weather. In Ballynahinch, Co. Down, this horse needed an extra layer to keep warm.

People take a walk in snow covered Drumpellier Park, CoatbridgeImage source, EPA
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In Scotland, some Highland areas saw up to 23cm (9ins) of snow. There was slightly less in Coatbridge, near Glasgow, where people were seen out walking on Thursday.

Man playing in the snowImage source, EPA
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This man made the most of the conditions, which are set to continue into Friday in Scotland.

A man walks his dog in FalkirkImage source, PA
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In Falkrik, beside the Kelpies, a man walks his dog. An amber "be prepared" warning is still in place for much of Scotland.

A man walks through Tow Law, County Durham after heavy snow hit the region on Wednesday nightImage source, PA
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Snow also hit parts of England, including this house in Tow Law, County Durham.

ManchesterImage source, AFP
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In Manchester, flights were suspended for about four hours as snow ploughs worked to clear the runways.

Snow at Manchester AirportImage source, AFP
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Flights resumed in the afternoon, but a spokesperson said they were subject to delays.

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