The message comes after Witney Town Council cleaned the cycle prohibition signs at St Mary’s Churchyard to make it clear cycling is not allowed in this area.
A spokesman for the council said: “Cyclists should either dismount and walk their bikes through the churchyard or use an alternative route.”
A no cycling sign at St Mary’s Churchyard in Witney before and after the council cleaned it(Image: Witney Town Council)
Although the area is not directly under the town council’s responsibility, it took action following reports from residents.
The spokesman said: “We’ve received feedback from residents about accidents and near misses, so we’ve stepped in to help improve safety and awareness.”
The council said it has forwarded these concerns to Oxfordshire County Council and the neighbourhood policing team.