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From the North or the South

M6 to M60

From the East, M62 to M60

but the nicest way, coming from the south, is across the Derbyshire Peak District
using the A6, or planning your ride to pass through Matlock Bath and Bakewell.
It's your call! We can even collect you from Manchester or John Lennon Airport.

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Useful Local Knowledge for Visitors

Speed Limit on Motorways  112kmh (70mph)

Speed Limit on Open Roads
  • Single carriageways - 96kmh (60mph)
    Dual carriageways – 112kmh (70mph)
Speed Limit in Towns
  • 50kph (30mph) unless signed
  • There are some urban areas and around schools where there is a speed limit of 32kmh (20mph)
Alcohol Limit
  • 80mg of alcohol in the bloodstream
Road Tolls
  • Tolls are charged on some motorways
Use of Mobile Phone Whilst Driving
  • It is illegal to use a hand held mobile phone when driving
  • The only way for motorists to talk and drive is to use a hands free set
On the Spot Fines
  • Police and Traffic Wardens (local officials) have the ability to issue on the spot fines for traffic and motoring offences
Seat Belts
  • All drivers and passengers in private cars must wear seat belts
  • Children under three are not allowed in the front of the vehicle unless appropriate child restraint is fitted
  • All children between 3-12 years and under 1.5 metres must use appropriate restraint or seat belt in front or rear seat
Traffic Light Regulations
  • Red - stop
  • Red and Amber together - get ready, but don't go
  • Green - go if the way is clear
  • Amber - stop unless you have crossed the line or it would be dangerous to stop
  • A Green Arrow - you may proceed in that direction regardless of other lights
  • Flashing red lights (e.g. level crossings, fire stations) - You must stop
Rush Hour in Built Up Areas
  • 0630 – 0900hrs Monday to Friday
  • 1630 – 1900hrs Monday to Friday
Fuel
  • Fuel stations generally tend to open 0700 - 2200hrs
  • Fuel stations along motorways tend to be open 24hrs
  • Major credit cards are accepted in the vast majority of the fuel stations across the UK
  • Lead Replacement unleaded petrol and diesel are available
  • LPG is also available but less widely so
  • It is permitted to carry petrol in a can
Parking Advice
  • Parking in and around city and town centres is mostly controlled by parking meters or pay and display car parks
  • Motorists must purchase a ticket and display in the car before leaving the vehicle
  • There is also a range of park and ride facilities in some large city centres helping to keep congestion and traffic to a minimum

 

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