Britain's second Dutch-style roundabout opened without a hitch today - despite previous fears it would cause confusion.
The new road layout in the West Bar area Sheffield, South Yorkshire, UK is designed to give priority to pedestrians and cyclists.
Zebra crossings have been installed on each arm of the roundabout and there is a one-way segregated cycle track, so vehicles are required to give way at all exits.
The new road layout in the West Bar area Sheffield, South Yorkshire, UK is designed to give priority to pedestrians and cyclists.
Zebra crossings have been installed on each arm of the roundabout and there is a one-way segregated cycle track, so vehicles are required to give way at all exits.
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00:00What brought you into Sheffield today on your bike?
00:02To see the Dutch Roundabout, I think it's brilliant.
00:05Sheffield has been screaming out for cyclable routes
00:08and make it easier for cyclists to come into town.
00:11I get the fact that they're trying to stop traffic,
00:14which is what most cities in Europe do.
00:18Well, I spend half the year abroad, so for me it's not confusing.
00:22In England, we're pretty poor for cyclists to be fair.
00:25You know, I think other city councils, town councils,
00:28have a look at this, what Sheffield's done.
00:30I know it's a small step, but it's a step in the right direction.