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Ashbourne, a picturesque town in Derbyshire, is facing significant challenges due to extensive roadworks. The construction, part of the £15m "Ashbourne Reborn" campaign, has turned the town into a "ghost town," with tourists and locals actively avoiding the area due to blocked streets, noise, and disrupted access. Local businesses, which rely heavily on summer footfall, are struggling, with some even closing early or temporarily shutting down.

Courtesy: www.thesun.co.uk