warning
Level crossing ahead unguarded by gates or a lifting barrier
An open railway level crossing is ahead with no gates or barrier.
What it means in practice
These crossings rely on you obeying the traffic lights, where provided, and on the Rail Cross Code: always expect a train, stop at least two metres before the line, look, listen and cross quickly when clear.
Description
A yellow diamond sign showing a St Andrew's cross above a railway line.
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Sources
- Rules of the Road · Road Safety Authority · Edition reflecting road traffic law as at 1 March 2025
Last checked 2026-09-08