Gentle pedalling only | Chapter 4: Rules for cyclists

Settle in as Vicki Butler-Henderson welcomes you to the world’s sleepiest rulebook. In this exclusive introduction, she explains why the Highway Code makes the perfect bedtime listen – calming, important, oddly comforting and most importantly, an ideal way to brush up on the rules of the road. Pillows fluffed, volume low...

From zebra crossings to pavements and shared spaces, this chapter gently guides pedestrians through how to move safely around roads. A reminder that walking still comes with rules – even when you’re half asleep!

A calm walkthrough of where mobility scooters and powered wheelchairs can (and can’t) go, how fast is safe, and how to share space considerately. Slow-paced, practical, and perfectly designed to drift off to...

Horses, dogs, livestock and the unexpected deer in the road, this chapter covers how animals fit into road safety. Expect advice on control, caution, and giving everyone (including hooves) enough space.

Bells, helmets, hand signals and road positioning, all delivered at bedtime speed. This chapter covers how cyclists should ride safely and predictably – and how they fit into the wider flow of traffic.

A soothing guide to visibility, protective gear and riding defensively as a motorcyclist on the road. Perfect listening whether you’re a biker or simply share the road with them –no revving required.

Licences, insurance, MOTs and learner rules... yawn! Exactly the point, this is a surprisingly relaxing deep dive into the admin side of driving, without the stress.

You’ll hopefully have drifted off at this point, but this chapter covers the fundamentals of good road behaviour – observation, anticipation and courtesy - and reinforces the habits that make everyone safer.

Lane discipline, road positioning and how the law applies to different road users. A steady, reassuring guide to the rules that keep traffic flowing and tempers low.

Children, elderly people, disabled road users, horse riders and cyclists all need extra consideration. This chapter gently reminds listeners why patience is one of the most important road skills.