A serious road traffic collision on the M1 motorway in Derbyshire has forced a full closure of the northbound carriageway between Junction 29 for Chesterfield and Junction 29A for Bolsover. Motorists traveling through the region are facing severe delays stretching up to 85 minutes as emergency services and traffic officers manage the situation.
National Highways confirmed the total closure in an 11:33 a.m. update, noting that traffic queues on the northbound approach had grown significantly. Emergency responders remain active at the scene conducting collision investigations, while logistics teams work to safely turn around vehicles caught within the closed section of the motorway.
Emergency Response and Current Conditions
Derbyshire Police are leading the operational response at the accident site, supported closely by National Highways traffic officers. Live speed data and regional monitoring systems indicated that traffic had slowed to a crawl or stopped completely across stretches leading up to the closure zone.
Drivers caught within the stationary queues have been advised to remain in their vehicles with seatbelts fastened and hazard lights activated while authorities coordinate relief measures and clear the wreckage from the live lanes.
M1 Northbound Diversion Route
To help ease congestion and guide diverted traffic around the incident, National Highways has established a clearly marked diversion route for northbound motorists. Drivers affected by the closure should follow the hollow triangle diversion symbol:
- Exit the M1 motorway at Junction 29.
- Take the second exit off the roundabout onto the A617 westbound toward Chesterfield.
- At the Horns Bridge roundabout, take the fourth exit onto the A61 northbound toward Sheffield.
- At the Brimington roundabout, take the fourth exit onto the A619 eastbound toward Barlborough.
- At the Barlborough roundabout, take the first exit onto the A616.
- Rejoin the M1 northbound at Junction 30.
Travel Advice for Motorists
Road users planning journeys through Derbyshire and the East Midlands are strongly encouraged to check live travel feeds before setting out. Alternative routes should be considered if traveling past Chesterfield and Bolsover, as residual delays are expected to impact local roads surrounding the diversion route.
For up-to-the-minute updates, travelers can monitor National Highways regional X feeds or contact the 24/7 customer contact centre team. Always adhere to overhead electronic matrix signs and instructions given by traffic officers at the scene.
