How well do you know your Highway Code?

When did you last look at a copy of the Highway Code? Sometimes people don’t look at the Highway Code after they’ve passed their driving tests – and forget that the Code is a vital document for keeping abreast of new developments in road use and road safety.

Did you know that the Highway Code was last revised in 2007? The updated Code offers the latest road safety rules and advice, as well as promoting greater courtesy and understanding among all road users. Particularly those who are most vulnerable

Use the links in the pdfs downloadable from this page to visit the relevant sections of the Directgov website – and then test your understanding of the Code with the quiz or puzzle for each section.

You may also want to download and share this information – and the relevant activities – with parents and older children.

Guidance for Cyclists – this section highlights some of the information you need to keep yourself safe as a cyclist. And to prepare children to become safe and responsible road users – when they are old enough for this. It will also help you to think about the safety of children and other vulnerable road users. Test your understanding with our quiz for adult cyclists.

Guidance for Pedestrians – this section highlights issues concerning the safety and responsibilities of pedestrians. This includes information about who has priority on certain types of roads, how different types of crossings should be used - and pedestrians responsibilities for making sure they are visible to road users in adverse conditions. Use our True or False quiz to test your knowledge.

Guidance for Drivers - There’s too much information to cover on this website, but this section lists all the main sections you need to be aware of in the Highway Code. Our crossword will put your driving knowledge to the test – you may be surprised by some of the answers!

All illustrations in the pdfs in this section are by Fran Jordan and are taken from the booklet It's fun to go out... which is published by the Child Accident Prevention Trust - visit the publications page on the CAPT website for further information.