Trail reopens after week-long moorland wildfire

A national trail which closed last week while aerial operations took place following a major moorland fire in Derbyshire has reopened.

About 200 hectares (494 acres) of land was affected by the blaze on Tintwistle Moor, above Woodhead Road in Glossop, on 24 June.

The Pennine Way between Crowden and Black Hill was shut for helicopter operations, but the route is now open again to the public.

Derbyshire Fire and Rescue Service (DFRS) said crews had been managing hotspots in the area for seven days, and warned visitors not to light campfires or use barbecues.

DFRS said firefighters had faced "extremely challenging conditions" since crews were called to the wildfire at 22:11 BST on 24 June.

However, on Monday the fire service said "strong progress" had been made in the western area and efforts were then focused on the wooded south side, while other areas were monitored.

It added crews and officers have been working with partners, including the Peak District Fire Operations Group and Derby Mountain Rescue Team.

The Peak District has seen multiple significant wildfires recently, including a blaze off Snake Pass near Glossop, where crews spent five days bringing it under control.

Last week, record-breaking temperatures were seen across the UK, and experts believe another heatwave could be building as July begins.

Ahead of the hot weather, DFRS is urging visitors to take extra care as high temperatures increase the risk of wildfires.

The Pennine Way is Britain's first and most demanding National Trail, spanning 268 miles (431 km) from Edale in the Peak District to Kirk Yetholm in the Scottish Borders.

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