Woodhead Pass is closed to traffic due to the risk of snow on Saturday night, January 4. The road is shut in both directions between Flouch and Hollingworth.
The closure has been in place since around 10pm. Motorists are being diverted via the M60, M62 and M1.
The road has been closed as Met Office weather warnings for snow remain in force across Greater Manchester and other areas of the UK. Amber weather warnings are in force throughout Saturday night and into Sunday morning.
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A National Highways spokesperson said: “The A628 Woodhead Pass is closed in both directions between the A616 (Flouch) and the A57 (Hollingworth) due to snow. Road users are advised to use the M60, M62 and M1 as an alternative route. Road users are also advised to allow extra time for their journey. Plan ahead, you may wish to re-route or even delay your journey.”
Inrix, the traffic data company, said: “A628 Woodhead Pass in both directions closed due to snow between Tintwistle and A616 (Flouch Roundabout). Snake Pass remains open at the moment.”
It is the second full closure on Woodhead Pass so far in 2025. The road was also shut for most of New Year’s Day following flooding.
