Cycle route crossing ahead sign

What it means

A pedal cycle route crosses or joins the road ahead.

The bicycle symbol warns that cyclists may cross or join the road ahead, for example where a cycle path meets the carriageway.

Slow down, look out for cyclists, and give way to them if they are already crossing. Plates may show how far away the crossing is or when it applies.

Where you'll see it

On the approach to places where a cycle route crosses or joins the road.

Rules to know

• The sign warns of a pedal cycle route crossing or joining the road ahead.

  Know Your Traffic Signs, p. 15

• You should give way to cyclists approaching or using a cycle track when you are turning into or out of a junction.

  The Highway Code, Rule 140

Common mistakes

• Mistake: Looking only for traffic and forgetting cyclists.

  Instead: Cyclists can appear from a path at the side. Slow down and look both ways.

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What does this sign mean?

• AWarns that the road ahead may be slippery.
• BSheep may be on the road
• CA cycle route crosses or joins the road ahead
• DA cattle grid ahead

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