Snake Pass reopens after extensive repairs

The Peak District's infamous Snake Pass has reopened after repairs.

Derbyshire County Council had shut the A57 route linking Sheffield and Manchester since 14 October.

The work during an 11-day closure, which ended on Friday, included resurfacing at two landslip sites, road surface and wall repairs, the council said.

But ongoing work at the Alport and Doctor's Gate sections of the road means two sets of temporary traffic lights remain in place.

A HGV weight limit at the two temporary traffic light sites remains in force.

The council said Severn Trent was able to cut back ash trees on its land during the closure, and volunteers also carried out litterpicking along the road.

A county council spokesman said: "Thanks for all your patience while the pass was closed.

"We've had lots of interest while it has been closed, which is helpful in raising awareness of our work to lobby government for the millions of pounds it would take to properly fix the road."

Further closures to tackle trees affected by ash dieback on Severn Trent land at the Sheffield side of the road will take place in December.

These will be carried out between 20:00 and 06:00 GMT to minimise disruption, said the council.

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