Horse riders

Always display fluorescent or reflective clothing on both horse and rider, whatever the weather or light conditions.

• Don’t ride in failing light, fog or darkness.
• Avoid icy or snowy roads where possible.
• Never take a mounted group of more than eight horses on the road.
• If riding two abreast, move into single file when it is safe to do so to allow motorists to overtake.
• Always cross major crossings as a group, rather than one by one.
• Leave details of your intended route and estimated time of return with a responsible person.
• If riding a horse that is not used to roads, ask a calm and experienced rider to accompany you.

Discover more information and advice elsewhere on the web:

• Road Safety Laws - Horses
• The Highway Code - Horse riders (rules 49 to 55)