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Separated route for cyclists and pedestrians sign
What does the Separated route for cyclists and pedestrians sign mean?
A divided blue circle with a bicycle on one side and walkers on the other marks separate sides for each.
Also known as: Segregated cycle path
What it means
A track for pedal cycles and a path for pedestrians run side by side, separated.
The dividing line shows that cyclists and pedestrians each have their own side of the route.
Keep to the side shown for you.
Where you'll see it
On paths where a line, kerb or marking separates cyclists from pedestrians.
Rules to know
The sign marks a separated track and path for pedal cycles and pedestrians.
Know Your Traffic Signs, p. 40
A road marking can separate cyclists and pedestrians on a shared route (a raised line up to 20 mm high).
Know Your Traffic Signs, p. 40
Common mistakes
Mistake: Walking in the cycle half.
Instead: Stay on the side marked for pedestrians.
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- Know Your Traffic Signs (Department for Transport, Sixth edition, 2023), Bus and cycle signs, p. 40
Sign image: Department for Transport, Traffic sign images (diagram 957). © Crown copyright, reused under the Open Government Licence v3.0.
Last reviewed 11 October 2026. This page explains the sign in our own words; for the full rules, see The Highway Code. How we source and check content