Emergency services were called to a wildfire near Snake Pass at just before 9pm on 30 April and multiple crews from Derbyshire Fire and Rescue Service worked through the night to contain the spread.

Large plumes of smoke were seen across the Glossop area after fire broke out in undergrowth in the Peak District.

Residents were advised to keep windows and doors closed and warnings of poor visibility on roads which prompted a road closure in place for the Snake Pass between Glossop and Ladybower Reservoir while emergency services deal with this incident.

Nine fire engines were in attendance alongside support by several specialist vehicles including two wildfire units, an all terrain vehicle, welfare unit, fuel bowser, two water carriers and a helicopter. 

University of Sheffield student, Nathan Bingham, 20, said: “I was passing through the area on my way out of Sheffield the other day and was sent on an annoying diversion because Snake Pass was closed.

“There were signs everywhere but I didn’t smell the smoke. I hope the wildlife is okay and I’m really concerned that this is happening this early in the year. It makes me scared for the summer months.”

The fire was reported as controlled by 1 May at 8.15pm but crews continued to monitor the site and return the following day to ensure the fire was out. Additional crews from Bakewell and Matlock also attended with firefighters tackling hotspots and working to stop the fire from spreading. 

The site was handed back over to the landowner, this morning at 10am for monitoring.

A Derbyshire Fire and Rescue Service Spokesperson said: “We would again like to say a huge thank you to our colleagues and partners for their work during this incident, and to our communities for their cooperation and patience, helping us bring it to the safest and quickest possible conclusion. 

“The fire has affected approximately 340 hectares of moorland.”

No cause has been determined but safety warnings are being shared to remind public on how to remain fire safe when visiting the Peak District, especially as we head into the summer months.