The secret guide to roundabout signs

[@InclusiveDriving]

Correction: 1) B roads can have 3 or 4 digits (Tony Vause)

[@Dtigernumber1]

4 digits

[@sumtayih]

The best video I have ever watched! Damn I love it! Great work, Great video! Thanks! 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@sumtayih]

Liked, Subscribed, Shared! ❤

[@lordofthe6string]

Actually someone who properly explains it. Thanks! Also love the sign names.

[@jojomojo8878]

Sir you are a legend. My driving instructor has absolutely no idea of stubbies on roundabout diagrams

[@InclusiveDriving]

@jojomojo8878 thanks for your kind comment.

[@catherineahonsi4989]

I found this video very very useful.This is the way to teach roundabouts signs.Never seen it done like this before.Thank you.

[@InclusiveDriving]

Glad you liked it

[@williamx9331]

I'm a new driver. I found this video is very useful. Thank you for explaining all of them. I recommend all new drivers to watch this. When you know it, you don't feel anxious.

[@InclusiveDriving]

Glad it had helped you!

[@peterneedham5198]

finally someone making videos that knows how a roundabout actually works :)

[@eleventwentytwo9515]

Loving your road namings 😂

[@paulolaoti2375]

This is well explained. Thank my STAR that I come in touch with this educative video. Thank you.

[@InclusiveDriving]

Glad it was helpful!

[@JSM-000A]

Very well made and described. A-Z about roundabouts. Good work!👍

[@InclusiveDriving]

Glad you liked it!

[@vinaypatel4084]

Thank you for the information at 8:25 on elongated roundabouts. I was really confused about that because I thought those stubbs counted as exits onto minor roads at first.

[@iftiahmed3688]

Thank you for this, was very helpful in terms of understanding the process of a roundabout! Thank you!

[@kandmracing38]

Nicely presented video - You should add the gap is to show its a one way - and the thickness of the lines show the major and minor roads and you should add that sometimes junctions are placed before the roundabout to help you signal - also add what the brackets mean on road numbers - i.e. if you keep following you will get to that road - and add that signs can be repeated but first ones are direction routes, then industrial routes and retail parks and then tourist - sometimes all repeated sometimes not.

[@pgpsdoug3986]

Thank you very much for putting the time and effort into making this video

[@InclusiveDriving]

Thank you, I appreciate the comment!

[@bvseediermedia6]

Very interesting video - so thanks. Roundabouts are the one thing I’d say the Highway Code definitely needs to take another look at and illustrate more examples that go beyond the “textbook-perfect” examples they currently use.

[@InclusiveDriving]

I agree with you, and roundabouts is something I do find very difficult to teach. Mostly because like you say, the Highway Code Examples are too simplistic. But also because Wolverhampton Council can't afford white paint and the road marking are near invisible.

[@OFCOURSE20]

2000% AGREE. no mention of unusual roundabouts and consistency needed on markings

[@LH-kr4od]

Or even better, just turn all roundabouts into standard junctions. They're the Russian roulette of British motoring. I just don't understand why every other aspect of driving in the UK is made so boring and safe, and then we just say "sod this" and stick a circular free-for-all every few miles! 😂

[@LH-kr4od]

The Magic Roubdabout being the best example of this perversity. There's just absolutely no need for it at all - one normal roundabout would have sufficed, but no, they had to turn it into a Crystal Maze challenge!

[@ravib2372]

Very useful... I always thought I knew the highway code theory very well but the roundabout signs in real world seemed more complicated.

[@MaxTSanches]

From Canada: I've driven in the UK a few times now, and the one thing that you didn't mention is that most roundabout signs have the left side covered in vegitation. But, even with that I still think that roundabouts are great. :)

[@tiyowoyechiparton2785]

But millions pay road tax

[@neposis]

This video literally saved me, I was so confused with the roundabouts here where left lane was for exits one and two and straight ahead was towards the right of the sign but was straight ahead

[@InclusiveDriving]

Glad you found it useful. Unfortunately, there will always be exceptions, and we have to kind of deal with them. If you can adjust your speed so that you are never side by side with another car then you can often change lanes easily if you need to.

[@neposis]

@@InclusiveDriving Thank you for the advice!! Also I managed to pass today so once again thank you!

[@AmeliaLindberg]

Very unique video. Subject explained magnificently

[@tiyowoyechiparton2785]

Roundabout meets the civil engineer who invented and designed the Roundabouts ❤❤ anatomy and Physiology Well explained.

[@akhatarnisar2998]

I'm a ADI and I learnt alot. Cheers!!!!

[@InclusiveDriving]

Great to hear. Please support the channel by getting your learners to subscribe!

[@jesus0976]

Thank sir telling about round abouts deeply. Thank you. Honestly appreciate 🍧

[@nebupm]

Nice one. Funny names for the roads.

[@Grahamvfr]

That's very comprehensive, I like it. Might take a few viewings though.

[@josephkamtchumtatuene521]

Best video on roundabouts!🎉

[@writerinrwanda]

Crinkley Bottom, blast from the past 😄 Thanks for the video. Been driving for years but definitely never knew some of this.

[@saminashahid8712]

Cant believe I never learn this before

[@esmaince1461]

Excellent explanation,...

[@johnbellic1645]

Sir Inclusive you are a goat for this one. Thank you

[@bitiboy786]

Great video. Thanks ❤

[@chunkymonkey8750]

'drybits' and 'wetwang' hang on mate 🤣

[@meesalikeu]

this was very helpful thanks!

[@2good2beuntrue]

super useful mister! thanks for that cheers

[@acidrockeracidrocker]

Brilliant video👌

[@voiceofforvoiceless4551]

Great explanation thank you

[@jyang4519]

Really useful video, thanks!

[@paulwallace4332]

Should have this stuff as an advert between programmes on TV like that do in Germany where they drive a lot better than in the UK/

[@anishvv4497]

Well explained,thank you so much

[@Dtigernumber1]

You explained very well as this is not in any uk highway codes. I was so confused with these flat parallel signs.. (comes together) I just wanted to make sure if it short and come alone like here before (Tom Moore Gardens exit) 10:37 So Tom Moore Gardens is 2nd exit or 3rd exit 🤔?

[@InclusiveDriving]

Tom Moore Gardens would be 3rd exit.

[@Dtigernumber1]

@@InclusiveDriving thank you 😊 now I got it

[@esmaince1461]

Many thanks, It is just brilliant!!!!!!

[@suayshjust4u]

Very useful. Thank you!

[@ivanosipov8186]

That was brilliant. Could you recommend resources you've used to know all this details?

[@InclusiveDriving]

"Traffic signs manual " available on gov.uk

[@krishnapanthee7038]

First two lane road idea I just knew❤

[@dkhan3088]

I want go to zxjiii one day 😂😂 anyway love the video content very helpful , thanks

[@krishnapanthee7038]

So informative ❤

[@OFCOURSE20]

problem is on the example with drybits and wetwang.. in parts of uk its not consistent. for example. we dont have a longer arrow headed exit marking.. we have two stubs next to each other. confuses people as on one example.. it was a short road off, now its actually the road "back onto the one you came off!" next to the entrance slip road in the other direction. so confusing. i spoke to highways uk to ask why there is not consistent markings and they wont answer me

[@mehedikhan3959]

Great video

[@vthisguyisafoolv4574]

on the 8:19 roundabout if the stubbies count as exists does that mean if we were to go to the third exit, should we be in the right hand lane?

[@InclusiveDriving]

The sign is telling you that the 3rd exit should be treated as straight on, so look for a straight arrow. In real world, the left lane would probably split into two lanes, with left going to stubby and acrabbleton, and middle going ahead 3rd exit.

[@MC-ep4rm]

Really helpful! Thankyou

[@phil7132]

A blue roundabout sign doesnt have to be on the motorway per se. If you've exited the motorway where there is a roundabout at the end of the slip road, this will be shown on a blue sign even if it joins only A or B roads as motorway rules apply until the end of the slip road is reached.

[@RearViEwmirror-3]

Even my driving instructor didn't know these.

[@Dtigernumber1]

7:15 do we need to indicate right towards Chester A55 ? As this is the same road we are on.

[@InclusiveDriving]

I'd day no signal needed. Have a think about who you are signalling to on roundabouts: it's usually for people further around, waiting to join. On these huge roundabouts, where those people can't see you, a signal may not help. You can also look at the arrows on the road to decide if you are going left straight or right. Often the exits over to the right still have straight arrows, suggesting a right signal isn't helpful.

[@Dtigernumber1]

@@InclusiveDriving yes I was thinking of that 12 O'clock doesn't work in this case. Thank you for your explanation.

[@SeaJaySquared]

For the two lane roads section at 5:57, where is the reference saying you can use the left lane to go to Chester? I don't see it in the highway code, driving the essential skills, or the DfT traffic signs manual. The only reference I can see is that the line width is increased to show major routes where most of the traffic is going. I've also heard other driving instructors say you can only use the left lane on such roundabouts where road markings allow. So it must be a muddled topic!

[@InclusiveDriving]

The Highway Code and DES are very vague, simply using the phrase "most appropriate lane". Its quite a mess!

[@nadim10000]

what if theres two stubbies together (represting an exit to join motorway again), does it count as an exit or do we not count it?

[@shahgfrommuzaffarabad9185]

Useful informations

[@zoezebra4013]

useful info, thanks

[@yaseminkaya4976]

Hi should the roads with no entry and no through road marked on them be counted as exits or not. Thank you

[@slumbass]

Can someone answer me this please. In the roundabout example at 5:58. I’m in the right lane ,to head to whinging moor. What lane should I aim for when I leave the round about, left or right? Is there a rule for this or is it just a case of a shoulder check and move into the left lane? In theory I shouldn’t be undertaken at this point,right? I hope that make sense. There are about 10 variables In my head I can’t express as a comment as well lol. This has always bothered me about roundabouts

[@InclusiveDriving]

It's usually acceptable to exit to the left or the right with, as you rightly point out, good observation. If its a spiral roundabouts with definite lane guides, this will take you to the left or right, and you should ideally stick with it.

[@slumbass]

@@InclusiveDriving thanks for the reply.

[@odysseasv7138]

you almost always exit from the left lane (and you must DO if its one-lane exit only) - otherwise you are cutting in front of someone already there (dangerous). In the case you asked for, you stick to the right lane (if there are only lets say 2 lanes on the roundabout), until you approach Chester, then you check left mirrors, signal and move left smoothly if safe and exit.

[@loplap6516]

What are flat-sided roundabouts Ashley Neal says you have to treat them differently. Can you do a video on this or explain?

[@misstangshan95]

Would failing and redage not all be considered as straight on as failing is at 12 o'clock on the rounded end of the square about.

[@Reg_A]

The stubbies really throw me off was so unsure if you’re meant to count them as exists

[@Dtigernumber1]

There are some explanation of sign board colours for primary routs or motorway on official DVLA highway code theory book but no details about Tubbies when they comes parallel... So if there are three exits, I assumed they are six. Also driving instructor don't teach us. After watching this video it's clear. Thanks

[@SUPUNNITHARU]

Very useful.

[@leg875]

8:17 5th exist is really a tongue twister 😂

[@AlexandraA544]

Can you help with signals? Is it before 12 no right signal, after 12 signal?

[@mmansoor8910]

Amazing.....

[@ridasarani7204]

First time I have understood roundabouts 😂

[@MuhammadSaleem-m8n8x]

Excellent

[@akram4187]

I get so confused about the roundabout exits. Wouldn't the second exit be Supermarket rather than Chester at 6:15 ? Please explain if you can. Cheers!

[@OFCOURSE20]

yes it is

[@InclusiveDriving]

Yes, I clearly can't count!

[@Mark-kh1ny]

Nearly got taken out recently on an island (saved myself by performing a ‘clown check’ as always.) Major island, coming off the M5, junction is above the motorway. Guy gets in the left lane but turns right. Obviously he was in my blind spot as it was my time to move over and indicate, after the junction before the one I want. Some hooting and swearing later, pulls next to me Toddler: “It’s a two lane island mate” Me: “Erm yes aren’t most of them typically? Since when do you turn right in a left lane unless specifically instructed to?” (Rule 186) Toddler: “Didn’t you see those two lines at the top of the island?!? That means use both lanes” (he’s referring to the two stumps at the top representing the M5 on and off slips dead opposite) Me: 😂😂😂 “Read the Highway Code before you kill someone…..” Good video BTW, it’s good to brush up on these things.

[@OFCOURSE20]

so annoying some stubs are missing though

[@alinab70]

Thank you!!!

[@thetrippasnippingsasquatch6539]

Is this information available in the Highway Code/know your signs I’ve tried finding it for reference but can’t seem to find any official documents. cheers

[@InclusiveDriving]

The Highway Code is very vague on this subject. The best source of info, although a bit geeky and technical, is the Department for Transport "Traffic Signs Manual" www.gov.uk/government/publications/traffic-signs-manual

[@SAma-qp1xf]

Thank you!

[@rumanabegum5922]

Thank you

[@Cubrider]

I'm sure I was told if the 3rd exit (right) has a thicker arrow then lorries can use the left lane to reach it? Is this true?

[@InclusiveDriving]

I think you are half correct: any vehicle which is long, might *need* to use the left lane so that the back end of their vehicle doesn't mount the kerb on the grassy bit in the middle of the roundabout. It's to do with then needing more space, so they could well choose the left lane. My advice is never to be alongside a long vehicle on a Roundabout, especially if you see they have a foreign licence plate because the driver will be on the "wrong side" of the cab.

[@Aaron-kw3ye]

Lovely use of major scale modes 😂

[@InclusiveDriving]

Congratulations, you're the first to spot that!

[@sirwan9430]

Idk if the 'Loch' in Lochrian was deliberate or not, but that was a great pun!

[@benjaminmcdowell5990]

What if GT moaning is also a thick line?

[@michaelureadi2884]

Hi Tony(at 6.56)...If Gt Moaning was a 2 way road...would you still be able to use the both lanes to Chester??

[@InclusiveDriving]

Great question, and one I should address if I redo this video in the future. In your example, traffic in the right lane going to Gt Moaning, and traffic in the left lane going to Chester would get tangled up. So that would not work. The road markings would be your guide but some solutions would be: 1) Gt Moaning left lane only 2) Chester right lane only 3) design the approach to have 3 lanes not two.

[@InclusiveDriving]

Hello again, I've just reread your question and I think I misunderstood it first time, so here goes. We would always be guided by the road markings, and of course we don't give that info in the video. In the real world, it is unusual for the left lane to serve any further than the 2nd exit but there is no reason why it couldn't. We would need to be very aware of nay traffic coming from the right, in lane 2, wishing to go to Gt Moaning. If the first exit was a two lane road, then it is most likely that the approach would be three lanes, with lane 1 serving Gt Moaning, lane 2 serving Services and Chester, and lane three serving Chester and beyond. One of the golden rules of roundabouts is always to be aware of traffic next to you, as not everybody follows markings or stays in their lane. Hope that clears up any confusion.

[@MizanurRahman-gm4lx]

Middile of upper thighs and chafing exit is it two exit and do we count chafing is the 4th exit and like your exit name

[@shiriajin]

This is why people a GPS nowadays. These freaking roundabouts keep changing and mutating.

[@stepheneurosailor1623]

👍😊

[@khateraahmadzai5420]

Thank you :)

[@yuzhou3272]

soooooooo helpful！！！

[@adekakwandi2741]

If time travel is ever invented the first act should be going back in time and strangling whoever invented roundabouts 😒🤣

[@rossmccarthy1188]

Ahh yes I've always wanted to visit Wetwang

[@kirilvelinov7774]

Only 15% of intersections in China have roundabouts. Roundabouts drive on the counterclockwise side

[@AMS_One]

Great

[@thebirdsofslay]

the exit names, oh my god.

[@Hazza_B296]

zxjqii is a village in scotland

[@InclusiveDriving]

Just to the north east of Haggisville

[@RRG_455]

😊😊

[@abdullahhussain9589]

8:25

[@abdullahhussain9589]

Thanks

[@agunaezeagu165]

detailed

[@lamson1990]

Good shit

[@peterneedham5198]

anorak museum classic

[@CTcuber4K]

the made up town names made me laugh way more than they should have 🤣

[@Mardsp]

crinkley bottom

[@user-qj5pc4pj9k]

6:00 10:20

[@Easyjobhome]

Thank you

[@Dtigernumber1]

10:37