Repairs to the B5470 are expected to cost £1 million.

Nearly eight months have passed since the embankment supporting Macclesfield Road in Rainow collapsed together with part of the carriageway.

All complex ground investigations, including an ecology survey and drainage survey, have now been completed along with the majority of lab testing.

However, Cheshire East Council say it will still be some time before works to rebuild the road can finally get underway.

A council spokesperson said: "We are currently estimating that work on site will begin in late autumn and be completed in late winter or early spring.

"Due to the scale and complexity of the repair, the estimated cost is around £1 million. 

"We will have more detailed information on construction dates, duration, and cost in early September, after the final option has been reviewed.

"We understand that working in the Peak District during the winter is not ideal due to the weather.

"However, we have decided to proceed with the work to get the road reopened as soon as possible rather than delaying construction until 2026."

The road has been shut since January (Credit: Nub News)

Cheshire East are currently working on an options report to determine the most suitable solution for the repair, which is due to be completed by mid-August.

Once chosen, they will move into the detailed design and technical approval phase, expected to be completed by early October.

"To ensure we've got this right and prioritise everyone's safety, the road closure will remain in place," the spokesperson added.

"We've extended the necessary permit to secure the road space to undertake the works. This also means no other work will happen nearby, minimising further disruption.

"We understand this is frustrating for residents and businesses, and we're working hard to reopen the road as soon as it's safe to do so."

Throughout the construction phase, a dedicated walkway will be provided to ensure that access for pedestrians and cyclists is maintained.

Further updates will be shared on the Cheshire East Council website and via the X account, @CECHighways.