Snake Pass, Peak District

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Snake Pass

A classic Peak District crossing where weather and incident closures are common.
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Length16 miles25 km
Driving timeAbout 25 minwithout stops
OpenAll yearusually
RoadTwo-lanemoderate
Low carsGood
MotorcyclesGood

Before you go

Often closed by weather or incidents. Check before you set off.

Which way round

Either way between Glossop and Ladybower.

When it’s open

Normally open all year, though snow can close it for a day or two.

The route

  1. Glossop
  2. summit
  3. Ladybower

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