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DERBYSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL TEMPORARY ROAD CLOSURE Litton Dale, Litton
WHEN: 12th October to 6th November 2026 5 days within this date range

WHERE: Litton Dale, Litton between Church Lane junction and Somerset House

REASON: To facilitate Micro Asphalt surfacing

ALTERNATIVE ROUTE: Litton Dale, Buxton Road, Queen Street, Whitecross Road, Church Lane and vice versa.

Access will be maintained, whenever reasonably possible, on the affected length of road. The road will re-open as soon as the work is finished. This may be earlier than advertised.

Anyone needing further information should ring Call Derbyshire on 01629 533190.

The County Council intends to make/has made an Order under Section 14 of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984 (as amended) to prohibit its use by traffic.

Julian Gould, Director Highways – Place Department, County Hall, MATLOCK DE4 3A

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DERBYSHIRE COUNTY COUNCILTEMPORARY ROAD CLOSURE - Bottomhill Road, Cressbrook

WHEN: 2nd November 2026 between 09:30 to 15:30

WHERE: Bottomhill Road, Cressbrook between New Houses and Lower Wood

REASON: To facilitate Tree Works

ALTERNATIVE ROUTE: Bottomhill Road, Hall Lane, The Green, Mires Lane, A623 Main Road, Castlegate Lane,Monsal Head, Bottomhill Road, and vice versa.Access will be maintained, whenever reasonably possible, on the affected length of road. The road will re-open assoon as the work is finished. This may be earlier than advertised.Anyone needing further information should ring Call Derbyshire on 01629 533190.The County Council intends to make/has made an Order under Section 14 of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984 (asamended) to prohibit its use by traffic.Julian Gould, Director Highways – Place Department, County Hall, MATLOCK DE4 3AG

2026 Holiday Activity and Food Programme

DDDC have collaborated with Jump to launch a sustainability engagement programme to encourage Derbyshire Dales residents to adopt greener habits. Developed with support from Midlands Net Zero Hub and funded by Innovate UK, Green Rewards incentivises sustainable behaviours by awarding points to residents who log their actions, with monthly prizes for the members that earn the most points. The online platform also contains a Green Home Guide e-learning tool; an interactive digital house where members can earn points for clicking through rooms to discover practical sustainability tips, such as insulation guidance and water-saving habits.

How does Derbyshire Green Rewards work?

Register: Sign up on the online platform or app.
Act: Take part in activities like reducing waste, sustainable travel, and protecting nature.
Earn: Each action you complete earns you Green Points.
Compete: Track your Green Points and see your progress on the leaderboard.
Win: Each month, the top 3 individuals win a £20 voucher of their choice! Plus every 6 month, the top ward wins £450 to spend on a biodiversity project such as planting trees or installing wildlife boxes.

What can you win?

Choose from a variety of vouchers, including M&S, Sainsburys, Aldi, National Trust and National Book Tokens.

How to sign up:

📲 Go to www.derbyshiredales.gov.uk/green-rewards, Green Rewards - Derbyshire Dales District Council or use the attached QR code for the mobile app.

📝 Fill in your details.

🌍 Start completing activities, earning points, and climbing the leaderboard!

Press Release from PDNPA - new bridge across the River Wye at Cressbrook

Litton Parish Council

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