Recommended route for cycles sign

What it means

A route recommended for pedal cycles on the main carriageway.

A blue rectangle with a bicycle recommends a route for cyclists on the road itself. It may be marked as an advisory cycle lane.

It does not stop other traffic using the road. Compare the blue circle, which marks a route for cycles only.

Where you'll see it

On roads that form part of a signed cycle route.

Rules to know

• Route recommended for pedal cycles on the main carriageway of a road. This may be marked as an advisory pedal cycle lane.

  Know Your Traffic Signs, p. 39

• Bear in mind that cyclists are not obliged to use cycle lanes or cycle tracks.

  The Highway Code, Rule 140

Common mistakes

• Mistake: Mixing it up with the blue circle.

  Instead: A blue circle with a bicycle is a cycles-only route. A blue rectangle only recommends a route.

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What does this sign mean?

• AA licensed camping and caravan site
• BA route recommended for cycles on the road
• CNarrow road ahead with passing places
• DDirections on a non-primary or local route

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