ADVANCED STOP LINES FOR CYCLISTS
16.20 Figure 16-7 shows typical layouts for an advanced stop line (diagram 1001.2) forming a reservoir space for cyclists at signalled junctions. They may not be used at level crossings or standalone signal-controlled crossings (for pedestrians, cyclists or equestrians).
16.21 Vehicles other than cycles must stop at the first line when signalled to do so. An advisory or mandatory cycle lane, preferably 1.5 m wide, must be provided to enable cyclists to enter the reservoir lawfully, i.e. without crossing the first stop line. The two Stop lines must be between 4 and 5 m apart; the area between them across the full width of the approach is available for cyclists to wait at the red ight. This area and the approach lane may be highlighted using coloured surfacing (see also para 16.12). The Stop lines should be 200 mm or 300 mm wide (see para 3.7) and the boundary line should be the same width as the centre line of the road (this may be omitted where it is adjacent to a kerb).
16.22 Where there is a significant left turn flow of motor vehicles, but cyclists travel straight ahead, the approach cycle lane may be positioned centrally (see figure 16-7). The lane will be advisory, as it can then be indicated using markings to diagram 1057 and 1004 or 1004.1 without the need for an upright sign.
WORDED MARKINGS AND ARROWS
16.23 Figure 16-8 shows the reduced size SLOW marking to diagram 1058.1. The available lane width will determine the appropriate size.
16.24 The END marking (diagram 1058) is used only at the end of a route. It is not intended to be used at short breaks, nor where facilities continue in another form. It is prescribed in three sizes (750 x 705 mm, 1100 x 1035 mm and 1700 x 1600 mm). The available lane width will determine the appropriate size.
16.25 Figure 16-9 shows reduced size arrows to diagram 1059. The smaller size arrow should be used with the smallest size of cycle symbol.
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