UK Road Signs
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Slippery road
Road surface may be slippery. Reduce speed and avoid sudden braking or steering.
WarningT-junction ahead
The road you are on ends at a T-junction. Be ready to give way and turn left or right.
WarningCrossroads
Crossroads ahead. Watch for traffic crossing or emerging from either side.
WarningStaggered junction
Side roads join the main road at offset points — expect emerging vehicles.
WarningRoundabout ahead
Roundabout coming up. Slow down and give way to traffic from your right.
WarningBend to the right
Sharp bend to the right ahead. Reduce speed before entering.
WarningBend to the left
Sharp bend to the left ahead. Reduce speed before entering.
WarningDouble bend
Series of bends ahead — the first to the right (or as shown). Slow down.
WarningRoad narrows on both sides
Carriageway narrows from both sides ahead — be ready to give way to oncoming traffic.
WarningRoad narrows on the right
The right-hand lane or verge narrows ahead.
WarningTwo-way traffic
Two-way traffic ahead — usually after a one-way section.
WarningSteep hill downwards
Steep descent ahead. Select a low gear and avoid riding the brakes.
WarningSteep hill upwards
Steep climb ahead. Watch for slow-moving traffic.
WarningUneven road
Bumps or dips in the road surface ahead.
WarningHump bridge
Hump bridge ahead — restricted forward view, slow down.
WarningFalling or fallen rocks
Rocks may be on the carriageway. Watch the road surface ahead.
WarningPedestrians in road
Pedestrians may be walking in the road — no separate footway.
WarningChildren crossing
School crossing patrol or area where children frequently cross. Drive slowly.
WarningCyclists likely
Route used by cyclists — be prepared to give them room.
WarningAccompanied horses
Horses or ponies may be on the road. Pass slowly and widely.
WarningWild animals
Wild animals (typically deer) may cross. Slow down, especially at dawn or dusk.
WarningCattle
Farm animals may be on or crossing the road.
WarningTraffic signals ahead
Traffic signals ahead — prepare to stop.
WarningTunnel ahead
Tunnel ahead. Switch on dipped headlights and remove sunglasses.
WarningQuayside or river bank
Road leads onto a quay or river bank with no barrier.
WarningLevel crossing with gates
Level crossing with barrier or gate ahead.
WarningLevel crossing without gates
Level crossing without barrier or gate. Stop if a train is approaching.
WarningRoad works
Road works ahead. Reduce speed and watch for workers and equipment.
WarningGive way
Give way to traffic on the major road. Stop if necessary.
ProhibitiveStop and give way
You must stop completely behind the line and only proceed when it is safe.
Prohibitive20 mph speed limit
Maximum 20 mph. Common in residential and school zones.
Prohibitive30 mph speed limit
Maximum 30 mph. Default limit in built-up areas with street lighting.
Prohibitive40 mph speed limit
Maximum 40 mph.
Prohibitive50 mph speed limit
Maximum 50 mph.
Prohibitive60 mph speed limit
Maximum 60 mph — typical single-carriageway limit.
Prohibitive70 mph speed limit
Maximum 70 mph — typical dual carriageway / motorway limit.
ProhibitiveNational speed limit applies
National speed limit applies for the type of road and vehicle.
ProhibitiveNo entry for vehicles
No vehicles may pass beyond this sign. Usually marks a one-way street's exit.
ProhibitiveNo vehicles
No vehicles of any kind allowed (except where exemptions apply).
ProhibitiveNo motor vehicles
No motor vehicles (cars and motorcycles) allowed.
ProhibitiveNo goods vehicles
Goods vehicles over the weight shown are prohibited.
ProhibitiveNo pedestrians
Pedestrians are not allowed beyond this point.
ProhibitiveNo cyclists
Cycling is not permitted beyond this point.
ProhibitiveNo left turn
Turning left is prohibited at the next junction.
ProhibitiveNo right turn
Turning right is prohibited at the next junction.
ProhibitiveNo U-turns
U-turns are prohibited from this point until the next junction.
ProhibitiveNo overtaking
Overtaking is not allowed on this stretch of road.
ProhibitiveNo stopping (clearway)
You must not stop on this road, even briefly, except in an emergency.
ProhibitiveNo waiting
You must not wait or park here — picking up or setting down passengers is allowed briefly.
ProhibitiveMaximum weight
Vehicles over the weight shown (in tonnes) are prohibited.
ProhibitiveMaximum height
Vehicles taller than the height shown are prohibited.
ProhibitiveMaximum width
Vehicles wider than the width shown are prohibited.
ProhibitiveAhead only
You must proceed straight ahead. No turns allowed.
MandatoryTurn left ahead
You must turn left at the junction ahead.
MandatoryTurn right ahead
You must turn right at the junction ahead.
MandatoryTurn left
You must turn left here.
MandatoryTurn right
You must turn right here.
MandatoryKeep left
Pass this side of the traffic island, bollard, or obstruction.
MandatoryKeep right
Pass this side of the traffic island, bollard, or obstruction.
MandatoryPass either side
You may pass the obstruction on either side.
MandatoryMini-roundabout
Mini-roundabout — give way to traffic from the immediate right.
MandatoryBuses and cycles only
Lane or route reserved for buses (and usually cycles).
MandatoryCycle route
Route to be used by pedal cycles only.
MandatoryPedestrian route
Route to be used by pedestrians only.
MandatoryMinimum speed
You must not travel slower than the minimum speed shown.
MandatoryStart of motorway
Motorway regulations apply from this point. Learners, mopeds, and some vehicles are not permitted.
InformationEnd of motorway
Motorway regulations no longer apply.
InformationOne-way traffic
Traffic flows in one direction only.
InformationNo through road
Road has no exit — dead end ahead.
InformationBus lane
Lane reserved for buses during the times shown on accompanying plates.
InformationHospital
Hospital ahead with accident & emergency facilities.
InformationParking
Public parking is available here.
InformationTourist information
Tourist information point. Brown signs indicate tourist attractions.
InformationPrimary route direction
Direction sign for a primary route (green background).
InformationLocal direction
Direction sign for a non-primary local route (white background).
InformationDiversion
Temporary diversion route — follow the symbol shown.
InformationLevel crossing countdown
Countdown markers to a level crossing — each bar represents 100 yards.
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