Cycle safety
A brief summary of useful tips to ensure your safety whilst cycling.
Check your cycle is in good working order
Always carry refreshments and a cycle repair kit
Wear reflective material, carry lights and take waterproofs
It is advisable to wear a cycle helmet
Increase the gap between cycles and cycle slowly when going downhill, especially on narrow lanes
On narrow lanes always ride in single file and be ready for fast traffic as well as when crossing main roads
Follow the Highway Code at all times
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Cycling and walking to school
Walking and cycling to school is the most sustainable and healthy way to travel to school.
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Cycling Proficiency
Cycling and road safety organisations have joined together with the Department for Transport to create a new National Standard for Cycle Training.
