For countries in the Southern Hemisphere, the United Kingdom has a reputation for being cold. If you go there in the winter (between December and March) you can expect temperatures close to if not below freezing, and snowfall is commonplace.
Not all UK winters are created equal, however, and some are much harsher than others. One such winter was that of 1962-63, which was so exceptionally cold that it became known as the "Big Freeze."
Check out this gallery to find out more about that historic winter.