AS THE nights start drawing in there is that inner dread that winter is almost upon us.

But leafing through this uplifting book will put you in the right frame of mind to face the predicted freeze.

Prize-winning photographer Val Corbett has got me shivering with anticipation for a season which is my personal favourite.

It captures just what we can expect - bright sun, sharp shadow, deep reflection - from our magical Lakeland landscapes.

It is the perfect book to curl up next to the fire with but it will also inspire you to get outside to experience the joy of the bare mountains, sparkling lakes and frozen waterfalls.

Winter in the Lake District by Val Corbett, published by Frances Lincoln, price £20.