Highway Code online

Online versionHighway Code

This version has been adapted for online use from the Department for Transport’s current printed version of the Highway Code.

Introduction

Rules for pedestrians (1-35)

Rules for users of powered wheelchairs and mobility scooters (36-46)

Rules about animals (47-58)

Rules for cyclists (59-82)

Rules for motorcyclists (83-88)

Rules for drivers and motorcyclists (89-102)

General rules, techniques and advice for all drivers and riders (103-158)

Using the road (159-203)

Road users requiring extra care (204-225)

Driving in adverse weather conditions (226-237)

Waiting and parking (238-252)

Motorways (253-273)

Breakdowns and incidents (274-287)

Road works, level crossings and tramways (288-307)

The signs and markings found in The Highway Code are broken down into several categories, which can be downloaded in PDF format here.

Light Signals Controlling Traffic (PDF 80k) Download

Signals to other road users (PDF 100k) Download

Signals by authorised persons (PDF 123k) Download

Traffic signs (PDF 475k) Download

Road markings (PDF 715k) Download

Vehicle markings (PDF 537k) Download

Information signs (PDF 163k) Download

Road work signs (PDF 104k) Download


You and your bicycle

Motorcycle licence requirements

Motor vehicle documentation and learner driver requirements

The road user and the law

Penalties

Vehicle maintenance, safety and security

First aid on the road

Safety code for new drivers

Other information