Snake Pass – Peak District

By
James Simpson
– February 4, 2011Posted in: Midlands, Yorkshire & Lincs

Crossing the high hills of the Peak District, Snake Pass lays just on the Midlands border  running between Sheffield and Manchester. The name Snake Pass (although it does match the winding roads) actually comes from the emblem of the Snake Inn, who’s building lays upon the Snake Pass. The road was first built as a toll road, as it was the most direct route between Manchester and Sheffield, but soon was taken over by the Woodheads Pass (easier and safer route). Snake Pass features tight bends, and steep hill climes / descents.

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Roads / Distance / Timing

  • No Road Name
  • 20Miles
  • Aprox 25 min

Warnings / Tips

  • As this is a popular driving route, be aware of hidden speed traps
  • Sheep
  • Walkers / Bikes

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Snake Pass - TomTom

More Info

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University graduate from North East England, interested in cars, towing, driving, all types of technology, computer programming and blogging on a number of different topics all over the internet.