A wildfire has been burning overnight in the Peak District. Watch dramatic drone footage as emergency crews work to contain it. Updates expected this morning.

A wildfire has been burning overnight in the Peak District, with emergency crews working for hours to try to contain it.

It broke out yesterday on Wednesday, April 30 - Derbyshire Fire and Rescue are expected to issue an update this morning.

The nearby Cat & Fiddle pub was forced to close yesterday, but have reopened today:

Posting on social media, the team said: “We’re still standing - and OPEN!Despite the devastating wildfires yesterday, the Cat & Fiddle still stands proud as the UK’s highest altitude distillery.”

Key Information:

Firefighters will reassess the situation today.
Crews are crossing the road to access moorland near the Goyt Valley, and there is a high volume of fire service vehicles in the area.
Drone footage from Derbyshire Fire and Rescue courtesy of Derbyshire Mountain Rescue shows the significant scale of the fire.

Residents near Errwood Reservoir:

Keep windows shut
Stay indoors
Heavy smoke is affecting air quality and nearby roads.

placeholder image — Residents near Errwood Reservoir are being asked to shut their windows and stay inside due to a large wildfire. | Derbyshire Fire and Rescue/Derby Mountain Rescue

The fire broke out at around 11:30am on Wednesday, 30 April. Ten fire engines from Derbyshire and Cheshire Fire & Rescue Services are currently on the scene.

A road closure is in place near Errwood Hall car park – please avoid the area.

We will be updating this article to keep you informed.

Watch the video to see drone footage of the fire.

Wildfires are a significant and growing concern in the Peak District National Park, especially during dry conditions.

The region's moorlands, rich in peat and biodiversity, are highly susceptible to fires, which can cause extensive environmental damage and strain emergency services.