Steepest street made one-way for public safety

Derbyshire's steepest street has been made one-way to see if it makes it safer.

Bamford Clough has an average gradient of 1 in 5, with some sections more than 1 in 3, said Derbyshire County Council, while the narrow, walled route has no passing places.

This means drivers risk getting stuck or losing control, and have limited visibility to spot oncoming vehicles, said the council.

From Thursday, an 18-month order will be in force uphill only for motor vehicles between Bamford village and New Road.

One-way signs have been installed at the entrance to the road and close to the summit.

The route will remain open in both directions for all other users, including cyclists, horse riders and walkers.

A council spokesperson said: "Following years of use, the surface of the clough had worn away, leaving utility cables exposed and deep ruts.

"We carried out extensive repairs to the clough in 2021/2022, including resurfacing most of the route. Although the path has recently reopened, we're concerned about public safety."

The council said it would monitor the road, while a public consultation will also run until March over the change.

A decision will be made over making the order permanent before the 18 months is up, it said.

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