Riders new to long-distance cycling are strongly advised to read these documents.
Regulations 5, 6 and 7
(The full body of AUK Regulations can be found in the Handbook (large .pdf file),
but those not mentioned above are not directly relevant to rider conduct.)
Event Entry Form (.pdf file) includes some additional advice.
Ready to Ride advice from Simon Doughty, author of the Long Distance Cyclists’ Handbook, reprinted from AUK's Handbook.