Police close Derbyshire’s Snake Pass in both directions after serious collision along route

The Snake Pass is currently closed as emergency services respond to a crash along the busy route.

By Tom Hardwick

Published 12th Sep 2023, 15:32 GMT

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Derbyshire Police were forced to close the A57 Snake Pass this afternoon after reports of a serious collision.

The route is currently shut between Hurst Road (Royal Oak Inn) and the Snake Pass summit.

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The incident is affecting traffic between Glossop and Ladybower, with drivers being urged to avoid the area and find alternative routes to complete their journeys.

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