Road signs and markings
Every traffic sign, road marking, light signal and vehicle marking the Highway Code lists. Each one is its own page, so you can link to a single sign.
57 signs and markings
in 9 groups
At a junction leading directly into a motorway (junction number may be shown on a black background)Direction signs
On approaches to junctions (junction number on black background)Direction signs
Route confirmatory sign after junctionDirection signs
Downward pointing arrows mean ‘Get in lane’ The left-hand lane leads to a different destination from the other lanes.Direction signs
The panel with the inclined arrow indicates the destinations which can be reached by leaving the motorway at the next junctionDirection signs
On approaches to junctionsDirection signs
At the junctionDirection signs
Route confirmatory sign after junctionDirection signs
On approaches to junctionsDirection signs
On approach to a junction in Wales (bilingual)Direction signs
Primary route forming part of a ring roadDirection signs
Primary route forming part of a ring roadDirection signs
On approaches to junctionsDirection signs
On approaches to junctionsDirection signs
At the junctionDirection signs
Direction to toilets with access for the disabledDirection signs
Picnic siteDirection signs
Ancient monument in the care of English HeritageDirection signs
Direction to a car parkDirection signs
Tourist attractionDirection signs
Direction to camping and caravan siteDirection signs
Advisory route for lorriesDirection signs
Route for pedal cycles forming part of a networkDirection signs
Recommended route for pedal cycles to place shownDirection signs
Route for pedestriansDirection signs
Symbols showing emergency diversion route for motorway and other main road trafficDirection signs
Symbols showing emergency diversion route for motorway and other main road trafficDirection signs
Symbols showing emergency diversion route for motorway and other main road trafficDirection signs
Symbols showing emergency diversion route for motorway and other main road trafficDirection signs
Diversion routeDirection signs
RED means ‘Stop’. Wait behind the stop line on the carriagewayTraffic light signals
RED AND AMBER also means ‘Stop’. Do not pass through or start until GREEN showsTraffic light signals
GREEN means you may go on if the way is clear. Take special care if you intend to turn left or right and give way to pedestrians who are crossingTraffic light signals
AMBER means ‘Stop’ at the stop line. You may go on only if the AMBER appears after you have crossed the stop line or are so close to it that to pull up might cause an accidentTraffic light signals
A GREEN ARROW may be provided in addition to the full green signal if movement in a certain direction is allowed before or after the full green phase. If the way is clear you may go but only in the direction shown by the arrow. You may do this whatever other lights may be showing. White light signals may be provided for tramsTraffic light signals
Alternately flashing red lights mean YOU MUST STOPFlashing red lights
You MUST NOT proceed further in this laneMotorway signals
Change laneMotorway signals
Reduced visibility aheadMotorway signals
Lane ahead closedMotorway signals
Temporary maximum speed advised and information messageMotorway signals
Leave motorway at next exitMotorway signals
Temporary maximum speed advisedMotorway signals
End of restrictionMotorway signals
Lane control signalsLane control signals
Left - Central - RightLarge goods vehicle rear markings
The panel illustrated is for flammable liquid. Diamond symbols indicating other risks include:Hazard warning plates
The above panel will be displayed by vehicles carrying certain dangerous goods in packagesHazard warning platesEvery one of these is named in the Highway Code
The rules that use them are on this site in full, in the Code’s own wording, and you do not need an account to read either.