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Bishops Stortford #372 Free

AUDrive
Online
29 Aug 2023
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9.6 mi
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31 min
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A 15.5 km single-stage route with 10 roundabouts (tied for most with Route #363) and 10 traffic signals, taking about 31 minutes through Hockerill and Birchanger. Maximum speed is 60 mph. The route loops east through Linkside Road and northeast to the Bypass, then returns through the town centre via Bells Hill.

Watch Out For

  • 10 roundabouts. Tied for the most at this centre. They appear throughout the route, requiring consistent signalling and lane discipline.
  • Bishop's Stortford Bypass (60 mph). The route briefly joins the Bypass. Accelerate confidently and merge safely.
  • Beldams Lane to Linkside Road. Residential area east of town. Streets narrow with limited visibility. Speed should be well below 30 mph where parked cars obstruct the view.
  • Haymeads Lane. 40 mph road connecting residential areas to the Bypass approach. Watch for the speed limit change.
  • Parsonage Lane. Used on the return from the Bypass. Speed transitions from 60 mph down to 30 mph residential.

Route Features

  • 8 left turns, 10 right turns, 10 roundabouts, 10 sets of traffic lights.
  • 10 roundabouts, tied for the highest count.
  • 10 traffic signals, moderate count.
  • Speed limits: 30 mph through town, 50 mph on Hadham Road, 60 mph on the Bypass.
  • Passes through Stortford Hall Park residential area and Hallingbury Road.

Test Manoeuvres

Key Tips

  • With 10 roundabouts and 10 signals equally balanced, you need to be equally comfortable with both junction types.
  • The Bells Hill to Windhill section appears in several routes. This is a commonly tested area.
  • The eastern loop via Linkside Road and Haymeads Lane has varied speed limits. Check signs at every transition.
Step-by-Step Directions (1 stage)
1 Drive south. 10 yd
2 Turn right. 14 yd
3 Turn left onto South Road/B1529. 94 yd
4 Enter the roundabout and take the 1st exit onto London Road/B1383. 627 yd
5 Turn right onto Hallingbury Road/A1060. 456 yd
6 Turn left onto Beldams Lane. 549 yd
7 Turn left onto Linkside Road. 394 yd
8 Turn left onto Haymeads Lane. 146 yd
9 Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Haymeads Lane. 200 yd
10 Turn left onto Dunmow Road/A1250. 293 yd
11 Turn right onto Stortford Hall Park. 819 yd
12 Turn right onto Parsonage Lane. 842 yd
13 Enter the roundabout and take the 1st exit onto Dunmow Road/A1250. 441 yd
14 Bear left to stay on Dunmow Road/A1250. 23 yd
15 Turn left onto A120/Bishop's Stortford Bypass. Continue on A120. 1.2 mi
16 Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto A120/Bishop's Stortford Bypass. 2.3 mi
17 Enter the roundabout and take the 1st exit onto Hadham Road/A1250. 219 yd
18 Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Hadham Road/A1250. 1425 yd
19 Turn right onto Bells Hill. 193 yd
20 Enter the roundabout and take the 1st exit onto Windhill/B1004. 111 yd
21 Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto A1250. 230 yd
22 Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Dane Street. 64 yd
23 Keep right to stay on Dane Street. 82 yd
24 Turn right onto Station Road. 175 yd
25 Turn right onto Riverside. 171 yd
26 Bear right onto Adderley Road. 69 yd
27 Turn right onto A1250. 83 yd
28 Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Dane Street. 188 yd
29 Keep right to take Dane Street. 82 yd
30 Turn right onto Station Road. 249 yd
31 Turn left onto South Street/B1529. Continue on B1529. 926 yd
32 Turn left. 14 yd