Families dusted off their sledges and rushed to the nearest hill, with some intrepid thrill-seekers even canoeing down the snowy slopes at Crookes Valley Park. Impromptu snowball fights broke out on every other street corner and snowmen popped up in parks around the city. The snowfall also transformed the city into a winter wonderland, blanketing fields, gardens and roofs to create beautiful chocolate box scenes to warm even the coldest heart.
Here are some of the best snowy photos from around the city which have been shared with The Star.
5. Crosspool
Crosspool, Sheffield, in the snow Photo: Chris Holt
6. 'Snow cavorting' in Kelham Island
This great snap was taken by Twitter user Dr Meredith ‘Land Back’ Warren who described enjoying the 'perfect' Sunday morning in the snow in Kelham Island, Sheffield, which involved pre-breakfast 'snow cavorting', Christmas cookies and watching The Muppet Christmas Carol. Photo: @DrMJCWarren via Twitter Photo: @DrMJCWarren via Twitter
7. Snowy cityscape
Twitter user Sheffield WeatherCam shared this great photo of the city looking resplendent in the snow. Photo: @craig_sheff_9 via Twitter Photo: @craig_sheff_9 via Twitter
8. Family fun in the snow
The Hamilton family making the most of the snow in Sheffield Photo: David Kessen