Soft Verges Ahead Warning Sign – Diagram 556.1 | Permanent UK Traffic Sign

Soft Verges Ahead Warning Sign – Diagram 556.1 | Permanent UK Traffic Sign

The Soft Verges Ahead Warning Sign – Diagram 556.1 is a crucial UK road warning sign used to alert drivers that the road edges or verges are unstable, unpaved, or unsuitable for driving. Soft verges pose a significant risk of vehicle grounding, loss of control, or becoming stuck—particularly for heavier or low-clearance vehicles.

Fully compliant with TSRGD Diagram 556.1, BS EN 12899-1, and Chapter 4 of the Traffic Signs Manual, this permanent traffic sign is constructed from durable aluminium, composite, or self-adhesive sticker substrates, and finished with RA2 or R3B reflective sheeting for high visibility in all lighting and weather conditions.

It is available in all standard UK triangle sizes — 450mm, 600mm, 750mm, 900mm, 1200mm, and 1500mm — and can be supplied with channel fixings, plate-only, or self-adhesive backing for a wide variety of installations.

Technical Review

Diagram 556.1 features an icon of a vehicle driving into a rough, unstable verge, illustrated with jagged ground patterns and a sloped edge. It is an essential warning on rural, unmaintained, or narrow roads where verges cannot support vehicle weight.

Why Choose Morelock for Your Diagram 556.1 Sign?

Manufactured to TSRGD Diagram 556.1 and Chapter 8 specifications
RA2 or R3B reflective class available for day/night visibility
Six UK-standard sizes available
Constructed from aluminium, composite, or sticker materials
Channel, plate-only, and self-adhesive mounting options
Fast UK delivery direct from manufacturer

Ideal For:

• Country lanes with grassy or unreinforced verges
• Roads with minimal shoulder support
• Areas prone to soft ground in wet seasons
• Temporary traffic routes during construction
• Agricultural and rural networks

Summary (Why You Should Buy This Product)

• Official UK sign for soft or weak roadside edges
• Fully TSRGD Diagram 556.1 compliant
• Reflective and built to last in all UK environments
• 450mm–1500mm sizes available
• Made in the UK with rapid dispatch

Product Specifications Table

Useful Road Sign Resources

Section	Link & Description
Shop Permanent Signs	Explore all Chapter 8 compliant road signs – reflective and compliant
Standard Triangle Sign Sizes	Choose from 450mm, 600mm, 750mm, 900mm, 1200mm & 1500mm – fast delivery
Permanent Installation Options	Mounting posts, fixings, and installation services across the UK
Get a Road Sign Quote	Request pricing for bulk orders or custom specifications
Government Guidance	Safety at Street Works – Official Code of Practice (PDF) The Highway Code – UK traffic signage