Parking on an unsighted bend

Avoid parking on blind bends; use safe alternatives and correct warning distances.

Parking on a bend with poor visibility is generally unsafe and often prohibited.

Bend parking

Core advice

  • Do not park where sight is limited for approaching traffic
  • Choose a lay‑by or a straight with long sight lines
  • Keep far to the right and as far off the carriageway as possible

Warning triangle guideline

AreaDistanceTip
Built‑up areasAround 50 mAdapt to speed and sight; see Built‑up areas
Outside built‑up150–250 mPlace before crests and curves

See also Handling emergencies and Stopping rules .

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