Overview

• Residents report a TikTok-driven post-pandemic influx has led to blocked roads, littering and human waste in and around Castleton
• Off-trail foot traffic has accelerated erosion on popular Mam Tor paths
• High Peak Borough Council enacted Public Spaces Protection Orders to ban high-risk activities and discourage irresponsible visitor behaviour
• Derbyshire County Council secured £47 million in government funds to expand rural bus services and reduce private car use
• Local officials are evaluating ULEZ-style vehicle charges to fund park upkeep and deter car-based day trips