Warning over poor parking along Peak District pass

Motorists parking dangerously on the side of a major road in the Peak District risk causing a head-on crash, police have said.

Derbyshire Police said it has been working with partners over the summer to tackle issues with "poor parking", including on white lines along the A628 Woodhead Pass, which is a key link between Manchester and Sheffield.

This has included carrying out additional patrols and enforcement action. During the May Bank Holiday weekend, 21 vehicles were seized and towed away.

In a message to drivers, Glossop beat officers said: "Derbyshire is home to some of the most scenic walks and we want everyone to enjoy them, safely."

The force said parking "is a known issue" in the area and over the summer it had put in place a problem management plan.

It said drivers leaving their vehicles in a dangerous position risk being towed, a £100 fine and three penalty points.

A spokesperson said: "Not only is the parking dangerous for those who are willing to risk damage to their car, it also poses a significant risk to other road users.

"It puts other road users at risk of having head-on collisions with oncoming traffic, which could cause serious injury or death."

The warning follows red routes, the first in Derbyshire, being painted in the Castleton area this summer.

The restrictions were brought in to curb long-standing highways issues rising from an influx of visitors to Mam Tor.

Derbyshire County Council said since their introduction, more than 160 fines have been issued.

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