Prohibition signs
Pedal Cycles Prohibited (R53)

Look out for cyclists who use the road despite the prohibition. Cyclists must follow a different route and may not proceed beyond this sign.
Where
At the beginning of or entrance to any carriageway, lane or path.
Purpose
To prohibit cyclists from using the carriageway, lane or path where they can cause a danger to themselves to other road users.
Action
Look out for cyclists who use the road despite the prohibition. Cyclists must follow a different route and may not proceed beyond this sign.
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Other prohibition signs
- No U-turn, night-time (CS2)
- Speed Limit (R38)
- Mass Limit (R39)
- Axle mass limit (R40)
- Height Limit (R41)
- Length Limit (R42)
- Excessive Noise Prohibited (R43)
- Hitch-hiking prohibited (R207) (R44)