Parks and Activities South Ayrshire

Codes of Conduct - Cyclists

Cycling is growing in popularity in South Ayrshire. Cycling is an easy and enjoyable way to keep fit and is a good mode of travel which is kind to the environment. The safest way to cycle for fun in South Ayrshire is on designated cycle routes.

Please keep to the highway or designated cycle routes.

Give way to walkers - be friendly to other users.

Always dismount and walk through congested areas.

For the young, elderly and the infirm, cyclists can be intimidating. Please be considerate by making others aware of your presence. Pass slowly and give adequate clearance.

Where the ground is soft, please dismount & walk to minimise ground damage.

Fit and use the appropriate lights and bell for safety reasons.

Cyclists should always wear an appropriate cycling helmet.

Expect the unexpected! Keep your speed down.