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    96% of UK Hauliers 'Not Ready for Transition'

    96% of UK Hauliers ‘Not Ready for Transition’

    Collett & Sons Deliver a 68Te Transformer from Slovenia to Tilbury Substation

    Collett & Sons Deliver a 68Te Transformer from Slovenia to Tilbury Substation

    Next Generation of Drivers Challenging Stereotypes in the Haulage Industry

    Next Generation of Drivers Challenging Stereotypes in the Haulage Industry

    Logistics Calls for Clearer Vision on Zero Carbon HGVs

    Logistics Calls for Clearer Vision on Zero Carbon HGVs

    Get Brexit Ready with Logistics UK Online Conference

    Get Brexit Ready with Logistics UK Online Conference

    How to Avoid Autumnal Road Hazards

    How to Avoid Autumnal Road Hazards

    How to Transport Bulky Items Without Breaking the Law

    How to Transport Bulky Items Without Breaking the Law

    Electronic Goods Arrive On Time with New Arrivals Board From Mandata

    Electronic Goods Arrive On Time with New Arrivals Board From Mandata

    Cool Chain Association and IATA Sign Memorandum of Understanding

    Cool Chain Association and IATA Sign Memorandum of Understanding

  • Warehousing & Storage
    Panattoni UK Appoints Head of Capital Markets

    Panattoni UK Appoints Head of Capital Markets

    Rite-Hite Launches Close Up for Winter Initiative

    Rite-Hite Launches Close Up for Winter Initiative

    60% of Logistics Workers Spent Lockdown Searching for a New Role

    60% of Logistics Workers Spent Lockdown Searching for a New Role

    Brighton Works Warehouse Welcomes New Business

    Brighton Works Warehouse Welcomes New Business

    TPN Launches Next Phase of Development with a Brand New Look

    TPN Launches Next Phase of Development with a Brand New Look

    Hermes Opens New Distribution Depot and Creates Jobs

    Hermes Opens New Distribution Depot and Creates Jobs

    New Distribution Depot Creates 133 Jobs

    New Distribution Depot Creates 133 Jobs

    Creating a Smart Warehouse with Enhanced Internet Connectivity

    Creating a Smart Warehouse with Enhanced Internet Connectivity

    How to Manage and Maintain Your Workers' PPE during Covid-19

    How to Manage and Maintain Your Workers’ PPE during Covid-19

  • Bus & Coach
    Xplore Dundee is a Business Hero

    Xplore Dundee is a Business Hero

    Revolutionising the Commute Is Key to Reducing UK Carbon Emissions

    Revolutionising the Commute Is Key to Reducing UK Carbon Emissions

    Euro Bus Expo Postponed Until 2021

    Euro Bus Expo Postponed Until 2021

    Visitor Registration Opens for the Biggest Bus and Coach Event in Europe

    Visitor Registration Opens for the Biggest Bus and Coach Event in Europe

    Xplore Dundee Launches New Buses in 2020

    Xplore Dundee Launches New Buses in 2020

    Xplore Dundee's New Bus Tickets to Be Introduced in January

    Xplore Dundee’s New Bus Tickets to Be Introduced in January

    Xplore Dundee Celebrates Living Wage Week

    Xplore Dundee Celebrates Living Wage Week

    Xplore Dundee Shares Its Vision for 2020

    Xplore Dundee Shares Its Vision for 2020

    Stagecoach Drives Towards a ‘Cloud-First’ Enabled Network Strategy

    Stagecoach Drives Towards a ‘Cloud-First’ Enabled Network Strategy

  • Shipping & Ports
    Flexible Logistics Sector Committed to Delivering Christmas

    Flexible Logistics Sector Committed to Delivering Christmas

    SeaRoad Expands Its Ro/Ro Capacity with MoorMaster NxG

    SeaRoad Expands Its Ro/Ro Capacity with MoorMaster NxG

    Flexport Appoints New Head of Ocean EMEA

    Flexport Appoints New Head of Ocean EMEA

    Logistics UK Comment on Government’s Freeport Announcement

    Logistics UK Comment on Government’s Freeport Announcement

    Logistics UK Response to Port Infrastructure Fund

    Logistics UK Response to Port Infrastructure Fund

    Logistics UK Comments on Launch of Trader Support Service

    Logistics UK Comments on Launch of Trader Support Service

    Mammoet and Verton Sign on to Springboard Safer Load Orientation

    Mammoet and Verton Sign on to Springboard Safer Load Orientation

    3PL Launches New Real-Time Order Fulfilment Software

    3PL Launches New Real-Time Order Fulfilment Software

    Flexport Announces Free Carbon Calculator API Functionality in Shipping

    Flexport Announces Free Carbon Calculator API Functionality in Shipping

  • Air
    Night Flying Essential to Deliver Vital Goods

    Night Flying Essential to Deliver Vital Goods

    Luton Airport Shareholders Launch Funding Programme

    Luton Airport Shareholders Launch Funding Programme

    Electric Aviation Group Unveils World’s First Hybrid Aircraft

    Electric Aviation Group Unveils World’s First Hybrid Aircraft

    American Airlines Commencing Flights from London Heathrow

    American Airlines Commencing Flights from London Heathrow

    Flights to Be Resumed from Leeds Bradford Airport

    Flights to Be Resumed from Leeds Bradford Airport

    American Airlines Increases Cargo-Only Service from the US to Europe

    American Airlines Increases Cargo-Only Service from the US to Europe

    FTA Response to Heathrow Airport Decision

    FTA Response to Heathrow Airport Decision

    Statement on Bath Clean Air Zone

    Statement on Bath Clean Air Zone

    Jet2 Reports Increased Demand Following Thomas Cook Collapse

    Jet2 Reports Increased Demand Following Thomas Cook Collapse

  • Rail
    CEMEX Transports Two Million Tonnes By Rail to Save 100K Road Movements

    CEMEX Transports Two Million Tonnes By Rail to Save 100K Road Movements

    Rail Ombudsman Marks 2nd Anniversary with Renewed Call on Industry

    Rail Ombudsman Marks 2nd Anniversary with Renewed Call on Industry

    Rail Investment to Provide Economic Boost to Southampton and the Midlands

    Rail Investment to Provide Economic Boost to Southampton and the Midlands

    The End of Rail Franchising: Reform Must Deliver for Freight

    The End of Rail Franchising: Reform Must Deliver for Freight

    Hull Trains to London Are Resuming Service

    Hull Trains to London Are Resuming Service

    Plans for a Rail Testing Centre in Wales Are Progressing

    Plans for a Rail Testing Centre in Wales Are Progressing

    InPost and South Western Railway to Offer Contact-Free Collections and Returns

    InPost and South Western Railway to Offer Contact-Free Collections and Returns

    Acorn Awarded Principal Contractors Licence by Network Rail

    Acorn Awarded Principal Contractors Licence by Network Rail

    Intelligent Infrastructure to Digitally Transform Rail Operations

    Intelligent Infrastructure to Digitally Transform Rail Operations

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    Schuler Delivers Event Truck for 'Go Electric' Ford Campaign

    Schuler Delivers Event Truck for ‘Go Electric’ Ford Campaign

    Britain’s Highest and Lowest Roads

    Britain’s Highest and Lowest Roads

    Lytx Secures Long-Term Deal with Breezemount

    Lytx Secures Long-Term Deal with Breezemount

    Roger Bullivant Wins Silver Award for Best Trained Workforce

    Roger Bullivant Wins Silver Award for Best Trained Workforce

    Logistics UK Discusses Readiness with EU Transition Minister

    Logistics UK Discusses Readiness with EU Transition Minister

    How Van Drivers Can Reduce Emissions and Their Impact on the Environment

    How Van Drivers Can Reduce Emissions and Their Impact on the Environment

    Dawsongroup Finance Wins £15M Christmas Leasing Deal with Supermarket Chain

    Dawsongroup Finance Wins £15M Christmas Leasing Deal with Supermarket Chain

    Sonoco Recycling Invests in Three New Hiab MULTILIFTs

    Sonoco Recycling Invests in Three New Hiab MULTILIFTs

    Expand Grid Capacity to Support EV Revolution

    Expand Grid Capacity to Support EV Revolution

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    96% of UK Hauliers 'Not Ready for Transition'

    96% of UK Hauliers ‘Not Ready for Transition’

    Collett & Sons Deliver a 68Te Transformer from Slovenia to Tilbury Substation

    Collett & Sons Deliver a 68Te Transformer from Slovenia to Tilbury Substation

    Next Generation of Drivers Challenging Stereotypes in the Haulage Industry

    Next Generation of Drivers Challenging Stereotypes in the Haulage Industry

    Logistics Calls for Clearer Vision on Zero Carbon HGVs

    Logistics Calls for Clearer Vision on Zero Carbon HGVs

    Get Brexit Ready with Logistics UK Online Conference

    Get Brexit Ready with Logistics UK Online Conference

    How to Avoid Autumnal Road Hazards

    How to Avoid Autumnal Road Hazards

    How to Transport Bulky Items Without Breaking the Law

    How to Transport Bulky Items Without Breaking the Law

    Electronic Goods Arrive On Time with New Arrivals Board From Mandata

    Electronic Goods Arrive On Time with New Arrivals Board From Mandata

    Cool Chain Association and IATA Sign Memorandum of Understanding

    Cool Chain Association and IATA Sign Memorandum of Understanding

  • Warehousing & Storage
    Panattoni UK Appoints Head of Capital Markets

    Panattoni UK Appoints Head of Capital Markets

    Rite-Hite Launches Close Up for Winter Initiative

    Rite-Hite Launches Close Up for Winter Initiative

    60% of Logistics Workers Spent Lockdown Searching for a New Role

    60% of Logistics Workers Spent Lockdown Searching for a New Role

    Brighton Works Warehouse Welcomes New Business

    Brighton Works Warehouse Welcomes New Business

    TPN Launches Next Phase of Development with a Brand New Look

    TPN Launches Next Phase of Development with a Brand New Look

    Hermes Opens New Distribution Depot and Creates Jobs

    Hermes Opens New Distribution Depot and Creates Jobs

    New Distribution Depot Creates 133 Jobs

    New Distribution Depot Creates 133 Jobs

    Creating a Smart Warehouse with Enhanced Internet Connectivity

    Creating a Smart Warehouse with Enhanced Internet Connectivity

    How to Manage and Maintain Your Workers' PPE during Covid-19

    How to Manage and Maintain Your Workers’ PPE during Covid-19

  • Bus & Coach
    Xplore Dundee is a Business Hero

    Xplore Dundee is a Business Hero

    Revolutionising the Commute Is Key to Reducing UK Carbon Emissions

    Revolutionising the Commute Is Key to Reducing UK Carbon Emissions

    Euro Bus Expo Postponed Until 2021

    Euro Bus Expo Postponed Until 2021

    Visitor Registration Opens for the Biggest Bus and Coach Event in Europe

    Visitor Registration Opens for the Biggest Bus and Coach Event in Europe

    Xplore Dundee Launches New Buses in 2020

    Xplore Dundee Launches New Buses in 2020

    Xplore Dundee's New Bus Tickets to Be Introduced in January

    Xplore Dundee’s New Bus Tickets to Be Introduced in January

    Xplore Dundee Celebrates Living Wage Week

    Xplore Dundee Celebrates Living Wage Week

    Xplore Dundee Shares Its Vision for 2020

    Xplore Dundee Shares Its Vision for 2020

    Stagecoach Drives Towards a ‘Cloud-First’ Enabled Network Strategy

    Stagecoach Drives Towards a ‘Cloud-First’ Enabled Network Strategy

  • Shipping & Ports
    Flexible Logistics Sector Committed to Delivering Christmas

    Flexible Logistics Sector Committed to Delivering Christmas

    SeaRoad Expands Its Ro/Ro Capacity with MoorMaster NxG

    SeaRoad Expands Its Ro/Ro Capacity with MoorMaster NxG

    Flexport Appoints New Head of Ocean EMEA

    Flexport Appoints New Head of Ocean EMEA

    Logistics UK Comment on Government’s Freeport Announcement

    Logistics UK Comment on Government’s Freeport Announcement

    Logistics UK Response to Port Infrastructure Fund

    Logistics UK Response to Port Infrastructure Fund

    Logistics UK Comments on Launch of Trader Support Service

    Logistics UK Comments on Launch of Trader Support Service

    Mammoet and Verton Sign on to Springboard Safer Load Orientation

    Mammoet and Verton Sign on to Springboard Safer Load Orientation

    3PL Launches New Real-Time Order Fulfilment Software

    3PL Launches New Real-Time Order Fulfilment Software

    Flexport Announces Free Carbon Calculator API Functionality in Shipping

    Flexport Announces Free Carbon Calculator API Functionality in Shipping

  • Air
    Night Flying Essential to Deliver Vital Goods

    Night Flying Essential to Deliver Vital Goods

    Luton Airport Shareholders Launch Funding Programme

    Luton Airport Shareholders Launch Funding Programme

    Electric Aviation Group Unveils World’s First Hybrid Aircraft

    Electric Aviation Group Unveils World’s First Hybrid Aircraft

    American Airlines Commencing Flights from London Heathrow

    American Airlines Commencing Flights from London Heathrow

    Flights to Be Resumed from Leeds Bradford Airport

    Flights to Be Resumed from Leeds Bradford Airport

    American Airlines Increases Cargo-Only Service from the US to Europe

    American Airlines Increases Cargo-Only Service from the US to Europe

    FTA Response to Heathrow Airport Decision

    FTA Response to Heathrow Airport Decision

    Statement on Bath Clean Air Zone

    Statement on Bath Clean Air Zone

    Jet2 Reports Increased Demand Following Thomas Cook Collapse

    Jet2 Reports Increased Demand Following Thomas Cook Collapse

  • Rail
    CEMEX Transports Two Million Tonnes By Rail to Save 100K Road Movements

    CEMEX Transports Two Million Tonnes By Rail to Save 100K Road Movements

    Rail Ombudsman Marks 2nd Anniversary with Renewed Call on Industry

    Rail Ombudsman Marks 2nd Anniversary with Renewed Call on Industry

    Rail Investment to Provide Economic Boost to Southampton and the Midlands

    Rail Investment to Provide Economic Boost to Southampton and the Midlands

    The End of Rail Franchising: Reform Must Deliver for Freight

    The End of Rail Franchising: Reform Must Deliver for Freight

    Hull Trains to London Are Resuming Service

    Hull Trains to London Are Resuming Service

    Plans for a Rail Testing Centre in Wales Are Progressing

    Plans for a Rail Testing Centre in Wales Are Progressing

    InPost and South Western Railway to Offer Contact-Free Collections and Returns

    InPost and South Western Railway to Offer Contact-Free Collections and Returns

    Acorn Awarded Principal Contractors Licence by Network Rail

    Acorn Awarded Principal Contractors Licence by Network Rail

    Intelligent Infrastructure to Digitally Transform Rail Operations

    Intelligent Infrastructure to Digitally Transform Rail Operations

  • Fleet
    • All
    • Recovery
    Schuler Delivers Event Truck for 'Go Electric' Ford Campaign

    Schuler Delivers Event Truck for ‘Go Electric’ Ford Campaign

    Britain’s Highest and Lowest Roads

    Britain’s Highest and Lowest Roads

    Lytx Secures Long-Term Deal with Breezemount

    Lytx Secures Long-Term Deal with Breezemount

    Roger Bullivant Wins Silver Award for Best Trained Workforce

    Roger Bullivant Wins Silver Award for Best Trained Workforce

    Logistics UK Discusses Readiness with EU Transition Minister

    Logistics UK Discusses Readiness with EU Transition Minister

    How Van Drivers Can Reduce Emissions and Their Impact on the Environment

    How Van Drivers Can Reduce Emissions and Their Impact on the Environment

    Dawsongroup Finance Wins £15M Christmas Leasing Deal with Supermarket Chain

    Dawsongroup Finance Wins £15M Christmas Leasing Deal with Supermarket Chain

    Sonoco Recycling Invests in Three New Hiab MULTILIFTs

    Sonoco Recycling Invests in Three New Hiab MULTILIFTs

    Expand Grid Capacity to Support EV Revolution

    Expand Grid Capacity to Support EV Revolution

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Britain’s Highest and Lowest Roads

Cristina Diaconu by Cristina Diaconu
January 13, 2021
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Britain’s Highest and Lowest Roads

Britain’s Highest and Lowest Roads

Some of the highest and lowest roads in the UK have been revealed to British motorists, but they’ve been warned to take caution when driving them, particularly in winter weather. Motoring experts from LeaseCar.uk have revealed roads in Peterborough, Cumbria and areas of Scotland offer some of the highest and lowest drives in the UK which, if not driven carefully, could cause danger to drivers and passengers alike.

Britain lacks the long, twisting mountain roads found in Europe like the Alps and the Pyrenees, but there is still plenty of must-drive, picture-perfect climbs to be found in the UK. The tough country roads and steep gradients mean there’s plenty to enjoy, but also plenty to be careful of – especially in winter.

Changing weather and road conditions can become unpredictable in high and remote areas, and car accidents in these areas can prove especially dangerous. Similarly, driving on some of Britain’s lowest roads can present different, but difficult driving challenges as they are below sea level and are often flooded.

“Some of the highest and lowest drives in the UK offer the most amazing scenery and they can be great fun to drive. But whilst exploring and experiencing these roads, care and attention is needed. Some routes are significantly more dangerous than others. But by ensuring you take time with your journey and pay even more awareness of the road and other traffic, you can stay safe and navigate these exciting but risky roads,” said a spokesperson from LeaseCar.uk.

Highest roads in the UK

The M62

The M62 has the honour of being the highest motorway in the UK. It connects Liverpool and Hull via Manchester and Leeds. At 1,221 feet (372 metres), the highest section of the motorway is at Junction 22, which is the highest point of the UK’s motorway network.

The A93

The A93 reaches a high point of 2,182 feet (665 metres) near Cairnwell in the Eastern Highlands of Scotland. The Cairnwell Pass is a mountain pass on the A93 road in the Scottish Highlands near Aberdeenshire. The Cairnwell Pass is the highest main road in the UK. At the summit is the Glenshee Ski Centre, Scotland’s largest and oldest ski centre. Be prepared for snow when driving on this road. Despite being an A-road, there’s not much traffic, as it is not for the faint-hearted driver with dramatic mountain-top scenery on all sides.

The M6

Also among the highest roads in the UK, is the M6 at Shap Summit in Cumbria. Shap Fell is notorious for this particularly difficult and dangerous stretch of A6 for drivers. This section of the M6 reaches an elevation of 1,036 feet (315 metres). As the motorway moves higher and away from the coast the frequency of snowfalls increases rapidly.

The highest drivable asphalt road in the UK is found in Knock, Northern Ireland. However, it is a private road that links the village with a radar station at the summit of Great Dun Fell. At its highest point, the private road reaches an elevation of 2,780 feet (847 metres).

Lowest roads in the UK

The A1101

The A1101 is the lowest road in Great Britain. It is approximately 53 miles long and it rarely rises above sea level. The 53-mile road is almost entirely below sea level, leaving it prone to regular flooding when water levels rise. The Environment Agency’s website puts the highest recorded flood level at around 4.25m.

The B660

Another renowned low road is found near Peterborough. The B660 is actually the lowest classified road, and it is located east of Holme. It is a challenging road with lots of tight corners and chicanes to watch out for! A small lane north-east of the village Holme is the lowest road at 5 feet, 4 inches (162 cm) below sea level. This is among the most dangerous roads in the UK due to frequent flooding, much of the route lies below sea level.

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