For Cyclists
Look after your waterways
- avoid cycling where your tyres would damage the path or verges (eg when they are wet or soft)
Consider others
- give way to others on the towpath and warn them of your approach
- dismount under low or blind bridges or where the path is narrow
- never race one another
- we recommend you obtain third party liability insurance and equip your bike with a bell or equivalent
Take care
- access paths can be steep and slippery. Join or leave the towpath with care
- take special care if cycling at night. Use front and rear lights
- thorny hedge trimmings can cause a puncture. We recommend plastic-reinforced tyres