At 9.3 miles in just 27.6 minutes, this is one of the faster Winchester routes, heading south through St Cross and Twyford before returning via Badger Farm. It has 7 roundabouts and 11 traffic signals, both the highest counts among Winchester's 6 routes. Speeds range from 30 to 60 mph with substantial 40 and 50 mph dual carriageway sections along Hockley Link.

Watch Out For

• Hockley Link dual carriageway. Fast-moving traffic at 50 mph. Lane discipline and mirror checks are critical when changing lanes or approaching roundabouts.
• Twyford High Street. Narrow village road with 30 mph limit. Watch for pedestrians stepping out from shops and parked cars restricting visibility.
• Badger Farm Road roundabouts. Two roundabouts close together. Choose the correct lane early and signal clearly when exiting.
• School zone near Olivers Battery. Speed drops in this area. Stay alert for crossing patrols during school hours.

Route Features

• 9 left turns, 6 right turns, 7 roundabouts, 11 sets of traffic lights.
• 15 turns (9 left, 6 right), 7 roundabouts, 11 traffic signals
• Speed range from 30 to 60 mph with 24 speed-40 sections and 7 speed-50 sections
• Key roads include Hockley Link, St Cross Road, Badger Farm Road and Twyford High Street
• 3 school zones, 9 bike lane sections, 2 pedestrian crossings

Test Manoeuvres

• Pull up on the left near St Cross Road. Check mirrors, signal, and stop neatly by the kerb.

Key Tips

• With 7 roundabouts, practise lane positioning. The examiner expects you in the correct lane well before each roundabout.
• On Hockley Link, maintain a steady 50 mph. Driving too slowly on a dual carriageway can be marked as a serious fault.
• Watch for cyclists in the 9 bike lane sections. Check your left mirror before turning left across a bike lane.