Accompanied Horses or Ponies Likely to Be in Road Ahead Warning Sign – Diagram 550.1 | Permanent UK Traffic Sign

Accompanied Horses or Ponies Likely to Be in Road Ahead Warning Sign – Diagram 550.1 | Permanent UK Traffic Sign

The Accompanied Horses or Ponies Likely to Be in Road Ahead Warning Sign – Diagram 550.1 is an official UK traffic sign that warns drivers of areas where ridden horses or ponies may be present on or crossing the road. Often used in rural communities, bridleway crossings, equestrian centres, and countryside routes, this sign promotes awareness and safety for both riders and motorists.

Fully compliant with TSRGD Diagram 550.1, BS EN 12899-1, and Chapter 4 of the Traffic Signs Manual, this warning sign is built using aluminium, composite, or self-adhesive sticker substrates, and is available in high-visibility RA2 or R3B reflective finishes to ensure optimal performance in day and night conditions.

Available in all six UK-standard triangular sizes — 450mm, 600mm, 750mm, 900mm, 1200mm, and 1500mm — the sign can be supplied with channel rail fixings, as a plate-only option, or with self-adhesive backing, making it suitable for both permanent installations and temporary equestrian traffic zones.

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The sign displays a black silhouette of a horse and rider inside a red-bordered triangle. Its clear and recognisable symbol quickly alerts drivers to slow down and give space to vulnerable equestrian road users.

✅ Why Choose Morelock for Your Diagram 550.1 Sign?

✔️ TSRGD and Chapter 8 compliant
✔️ Available in RA2 or R3B reflective grades
✔️ All six UK-standard triangle sizes available
✔️ Long-lasting aluminium, composite, or sticker substrate
✔️ Channel, plate-only, or adhesive mounting options
✔️ Fast, reliable UK-wide delivery direct from manufacturer

📌 Ideal For:

• Bridleways and countryside riding routes
• Roads near riding schools or equestrian centres
• Rural lanes and estate roads
• Shared-use paths in villages or hamlets
• Temporary warning zones during horse events or hunts

🌟 Summary (Why You Should Buy This Product)

• ✅ Official UK road sign for horse riders and mounted crossings
• ✅ Fully compliant with Diagram 550.1 and road safety standards
• ✅ Reflective face for 24/7 visibility
• ✅ Supplied in sizes from 450mm to 1500mm
• ✅ UK-manufactured and quickly delivered

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