Freezing temperatures cause time to stop in Glossop

As well as affecting the High Peak’s roads and pavements, the recent sub-zero temperatures also stopped Glossop Town Hall’s clock from ticking.

The conditions were so chilly that the council opted to temporarily turn the timepiece off to avoid any potential damage to its mechanism. 

This is just ahead of the completion of renovation work to reopen Glossop Market and municipal buildings, with the heating system being one of the last jobs to be ticked off. 

HPBC Leader, Cllr Anthony McKeown, said: "We're close to completing the transformational regeneration works at the Town Hall now and expect the main heating in the building to be up and running in the next month or so, which will help to resolve this temporary issue. 

"Having the clock chime to mark the beginning of the two-minute silence on Remembrance Sunday made a real difference to the poignant service. 

"Thanks to everyone for their continued patience - we know how important the clock is to the town, and it will be back working again soon!" 

The £7.3m refurbishment will see the Town Hall reopen for the first time in 20 years, while the rejuvenated market hall will host 17 permanent stalls and have space for pop-ups when it opens for business in 2025.