Darley Abbey traders say sudden bridge closure has hit them hard

Across the courtyard from La Burrata, The Lamp House operates as a cafe by day and a bar in the evening.

It has become a popular haunt for dog walkers but pets and their owners have been almost absent since the bridge closed.

“One day this week we had just one dog in at lunchtime when normally we’d have ten or so,” he said.

“People tend to go to the park at Darley Abbey but they can’t get over the bridge. We’ve lost all that.

“Luckily, at night time, if people are out on Christmas parties, then they’re still coming out, they’re getting taxis.”