WHAT better way to make sure your mitts are kept cosy and warm in these cold winter days than with these clever contraptions?

A pair of disposable hand warmers are ideal for keeping off the chill.

They keep warm for up to seven hours, providing an average temperature of 52°C.

Self heating, they are air-activated and contain only natural ingredients.

Available at Harbour Sports in Paignton, the hand warmers cost £1.99.

Harbour Sports owner Frank Sobey said: "What a fantastic idea for a cold day."

Sales assistant Al Glenning, 19, pictured below at Paignton harbour, demonstrates just how warm they can be.