Countryside code

Prior knowledge check:

• Are you aware of the countryside code

• Do you practice the countryside code to the best of your ability

Respect everyone
Farming, livestock and wild animals

• Consider the livelihoods of others

• Give animals space (no feeding)

• Follow instructions
Travel and parking

• Slow down to protect people and wildlife

• Face oncoming traffic w/o pavement

• Do not block gateways

Being nice and sharing the space

• Cyclist must give way to walkers and horse riders

• Walkers must not obstruct or endanger cyclist and horse riders

Know the signs and symbols of the
countryside.
Protect the environment
Take litter home

• Use public bins

• Take rubbish home

• Potential incrimination
Do not light fires

• Be careful with naked flames and cigarettes

• Only have BBQs in allotted areas

• Call 999 if you see an unattended fire

Control dogs

• Keep dog in sight / on lead

• Follow signs

• Practise recall
Enjoy the outdoors
Check conditions

• Know your route

• Get advice

• Refer to up-to-date maps

Know what to expect

• Check weather

• Look up tide times

• Check EA for water conditions

Rights and permissions

• Camping

• Swimming

• Fishing
Quiz
• What colour sign indicates a bridleway
• Blue

• What advice would you give to a motorist who was planning a drive
through the countryside
• Slow down to protect people and wildlife
• Do not black gateways

• What should you do if you see an unattended fire

• Call 999