Local help
Emergency breakdown help in Derby
Derby is crossed by the A38 north-south and surrounded by the A50 southern bypass and the A52 to Nottingham, so many of our callouts here are on dual carriageways rather than in town. We also cover the suburbs, Pride Park and the villages out towards the Peak District edge.
Known pinch points include the A38 junctions at Kingsway, Markeaton and Little Eaton, the A52 Pentagon island near Pride Park, and the A50 between Toyota (Burnaston) and Sawley. On the A38 or A50 there is often no hard shoulder, so if your vehicle stops, get out on the verge side behind the barrier if it's safe and call us and 999 if you're blocking a live lane.
Car won't start, van with a puncture, or a campervan or motorhome that needs recovering? Call us. Low, upfront prices - agreed before we set off, no hidden fees.
Areas of Derby we cover
- Derby city centre
- Allestree
- Alvaston
- Chaddesden
- Littleover
- Mickleover
- Spondon
- Oakwood
- Sinfin
- Normanton
- Chellaston
- Darley Abbey
- Pride Park
- Borrowash
- Duffield
- Mackworth
Roads we regularly cover around Derby
- A38
- A50 southern bypass
- A52
- A6
- A61
- A601 inner ring road
- A5111 ring road
- A516
What happens when you call
Three steps to getting moving again
- You call, we listen
Tell us where you are, your vehicle and what happened. We'll check you're safe first.
- Upfront price & arrival time
You get a clear, agreed price before we set off - no hidden fees - and a realistic arrival estimate. We aim to be with you within 45 minutes.
- Fixed or recovered
We fix it at the roadside where we safely can. If not, we recover your vehicle to home, a garage of your choice or a safe place.
Get out on the left, stand behind the barrier and away from traffic. If you're stopped in a live lane, stay belted in with hazards on and call 999 first. Then call us. Full motorway safety guide
Services
Roadside help & recovery in Derby
Coverage
Breakdown cover around Derby
Major roads near Derby
Nearby areas we cover
Questions
Frequently asked questions
How quickly can you reach me in Derby?
We aim to reach you within 45 minutes, typically sooner depending on traffic and exactly where you are. Call 07548 282598 and we'll give you a realistic arrival estimate.
Are you available 24/7 in Derby?
Yes - call any time, day or night, including weekends and bank holidays.
How much does breakdown recovery cost in Derby?
It depends on your vehicle, location and what's needed. We keep our prices low and upfront - you'll get a clear, agreed price before we set off, with no hidden fees.
Do I need breakdown cover or membership?
No. We're a pay-as-you-go service, so you can call us whether or not you have AA, RAC or other cover.
Can you recover vans, campervans and motorhomes?
Yes, we help with cars, vans, campervans and motorhomes. For larger campervans and motorhomes, tell us the length and weight when you call so we can confirm the right recovery.
How do I book a non-urgent recovery?
Send us a WhatsApp message with your vehicle, pickup and drop-off locations and preferred time. For emergencies, always call.
Do you cover the A38 through Derby?
Yes - the A38 is one of our most common callout roads around Derby, from Burton side up through Kingsway and Markeaton to Little Eaton and Ripley. See our A38 page for safety advice.
Broken down in Derby? Call now.
We aim to reach you within 45 minutes. Low, upfront prices - agreed before we set off, no hidden fees.