What is causing the A6 closure in Derbyshire?

The A6 in Derbyshire is being closed for a week due to around 100 trees, some affected by ash dieback, that pose an "unacceptable" safety risk of falling onto the road.

How long will the A6 in Derbyshire be closed?

The A6 will be shut down for a week starting this Sunday, November 19th.

What impact will the A6 closure have on Derbyshire residents?

The A6 closure is expected to cause significant disruption to bus services and school transport in the area around Matlock Bath.

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Ash Dieback and Storm Damage Prompt Week-Long A6 Shutdown

15 Nov, 2025

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Summary

A6 road in Derbyshire to close for a week due to unsafe trees
Around 100 trees pose "unacceptable" safety risk, some affected by ash dieback
Significant disruption expected for bus services and school transport

Ash Dieback and Storm Damage Prompt Week-Long A6 Shutdown

On November 15, 2025, the Derbyshire County Council announced that the A6 road will be closed for a week starting this Sunday, November 19th, due to concerns about unsafe trees along the route. According to the council, around 100 trees on a sloping plot of land next to the A6 pose an "unacceptable" safety risk, with a number of ash trees affected by ash dieback as well as dead elms and other leaning trees.

The council spokesperson stated that the recent weather has made it "highly likely" that more trees could come down imminently, prompting the decision to shut down the A6 heading towards Matlock Bath from the Cromford junction. A diversion route will be in place during the closure, which is expected to cause "significant disruption to bus services" as well as impact school transport in the area.