Road signs, markings, and vehicle markings•Rule 213
Cyclists’ Road Position and Spacing
On narrow sections of road, on quiet roads or streets, at road junctions and in slower-moving traffic, cyclists may sometimes ride in the centre of the lane, rather than towards the side of the road. It can be safer for groups of cyclists to ride two abreast in these situations. Allow them to do so for their own safety, to ensure they can see and be seen. Cyclists are also advised to ride at least a door’s width or 1 metre from parked cars for their own safety.
💡Example
Cyclists are allowed to ride in the centre of the lane, and sometimes two abreast, especially on narrow or quiet roads, at junctions or in slow traffic, so they can see and be seen more easily. They should also keep at least a door’s width away from parked cars to avoid being hit by opening doors. For example, when you’re driving slowly along a narrow residential street with parked cars, you should expect cyclists to be in the middle of the lane and not try to squeeze past them; instead, wait until it’s safe and there’s enough room to overtake properly.
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