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Cumbria Snow: Roads And Businesses Closed As Snow Covers Parts Of The Region

The expected snow fell across most of Cumbria with fall reported in Carlisle to Keswick.

Cumberland and Westmorland and Furness Council’s gritting teams have been working hard through the night to do what they can to mitigate the impact but this has lead to some roads closing.

Cumbria Police advise drivers to:

  • Consider if your journey is absolutely necessary – don’t let curiosity or hindsight place you or us at risk unnecessarily.
  • If you do decide to travel – ensure you are prepared should you end up stranded. Warm clothing, fully charged phone and something to eat.
  • It always good to speak to others who may have travelled recently but please DO NOT base your assessment for travel on the local community Facebook page. This does not take account of your own ability, nor that of your vehicle!
  • Bear in mind that the weather is constantly evolving. You may complete your outward journey but have you checked the forecast for your return?

If you come across any issues you can report it on 101 or 999.

The A66 both ways is closed due to snow from M6 J40, Penrith to A1(M) J53 Scotch Corner.

Hardknott Pass both ways is closed due to ice between Wrynose Pass (Cockley Beck) and Brook House Inn (Boot) and to Side Gates (Little Langdale) with reports of cars becoming stuck on the road.

Newlands Pass both ways closed due to ice between Braithwaite and Buttermere.

The County councils released an update on the roads with:

Westmorland and Furness area

A66 – Closed in both directions
B6276 Brough to county boundary – Closed
B6270 Nateby to county Boundary – Closed
A686 Melmerby to Hartside – Passable with care
A592 Hartsop to Kirkstone – Pass closed
B5305 Skelton – Treacherous conditions reported
A6 Shap and surrounding minor roads – Treacherous conditions reported

Cumberland area

Cold Fell – Closed
Birker Fell – Closed
Hardknott Pass – Closed
Newlands Pass – Closed

Snow covering Cockermouth Golf Course – Cockermouth Golf Course

Cockermouth Golf Course and The Kitchen is closed while Penrith AFC Ladies game with Preston North End Women has been postponed.

St Mary’s Hospice’s Orangery Café in Ulverston and Dalton Leisure Centre are closed to keep staff and customers safe.

As South Lakeland Police said: “Where will you be sledging or building snowmen today?”