This 8.2-mile route from Winchester takes about 31.5 minutes and heads north through Stanmore, Weeke, and Harestock before looping back via Fulflood. Speeds stay between 20 and 50 mph with no dual carriageway sections, making it more residential than Route 188. However, it has 10 school zones, the most of any Winchester route, so speed discipline is essential throughout.

Watch Out For

• Romsey Road school zones. Three school zones in quick succession. Drop to 20 mph and watch for children crossing between parked cars.
• U-turn near Harestock. This route includes a turn in the road. Check all around before starting and keep control at low speed.
• Harestock Road. Narrow residential road with parked cars on both sides. You may need to give way to oncoming traffic.
• Stop sign at West Hill. Full stop required. This is shared with several other Winchester routes.

Route Features

• 8 left turns, 13 right turns, 2 roundabouts, 8 sets of traffic lights.
• 21 turns (8 left, 13 right), 2 roundabouts, 8 traffic signals
• Speed range from 20 mph to 50 mph across residential and suburban roads
• Key roads include Christchurch Road, Romsey Road, Stockbridge Road, Bereweeke Avenue and Andover Road North
• 10 school zones, 13 speed-40 sections, 6 pedestrian crossings and 1 U-turn

Test Manoeuvres

• Pull up on the left near the test centre. Mirror check, signal, position close to the kerb.

Key Tips

• With 10 school zones, keep scanning for 20 mph signs. Missing one is an easy minor fault that adds up.
• On narrow Harestock roads, use passing places and show courtesy to oncoming drivers.
• The U-turn manoeuvre requires all-round observation. Take your time and avoid rushing the steering.

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