Good
Cycling Code
Obey
the rules of the road:
- Always
follow the Highway Code
Be
courteous:
- Give
way to pedestrians
- Remember
that some people are hard of hearing or visually impaired. Don’t
assume they can see or hear you
- Ring
a bell or politely call out to warn of your approach; acknowledge
people who give way to you
- Where
there are wheelchair users or horse riders please give way
- Respect
countryside activities, such as farming and forestry
- Be
courteous to anglers and boat users
Care
for the environment
- Can
you reach the start of your journey by bike or public transport?
- Follow
the Country Code; in particular, respect crops, livestock and
wildlife and take litter home
Look
after yourself:
- Take
special care at junctions, when cycling downhill and on loose
surfaces
In remote areas carry food, repair kit, map and waterproofs
- Keep
your bike roadworthy; use lights in poor visibility
- Consider
wearing a helmet and conspicuous clothing
Thank
you for cycling!
The
bike is an environmentally friendly form of transport.
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