This single-stage route covers 7.5 miles in about 36 minutes through Druids Heath, Kings Norton and Hollywood, with speed limits from 20 mph up to 60 mph. At 7.5 miles it is shorter than every other route from this centre, and with 2 roundabouts it sits among the lighter ones for roundabouts.

Watch Out For

• 13 left turns and 10 right turns, 23 in total, so junction observation and lane position matter throughout.
• Two bike lane sections, so check mirrors and the cycle lane before turning across it.

Route Features

• No traffic lights on the route, so priority comes from junction layout and give way rules.
• Roads include Manningford Road, Falstaff Avenue and Bells Lane.
• Give way to traffic from the right at the roundabout and signal left on exit.

Test Manoeuvres

• The pull up on the left comes early in the route.

Key Tips

• Plan your mirror checks before each of the many turns, and keep your speed matched to the 20, 30, 40 or 60 mph limit as it changes.