Vulnerable road users

When driving on rural roads, be prepared for pedestrians, horse riders, cyclists and slow-moving farm vehicles.

There may also be mud on the road surface. Reduce your speed when approaching a bend and make sure you can stop within the distance you can see to be clear.

When passing animals, drive slowly. Give them plenty of room and be ready to stop. Do not scare animals by sounding your horn, revving your engine or accelerating rapidly once you have passed them.

Look out for animals being led, driven or ridden on a road and take extra care.