At 7.7 miles, this is the shortest of Tolworth’s 6 test routes, but its 31-minute duration and 5 roundabouts keep it challenging. The route heads west via Ewell Road and the Kingston Bypass, then loops through Long Ditton and Hinchley Wood before returning through St. James’ Road in Surbiton. Speeds range from 20 to 50 mph, with 4 give way junctions requiring careful observation.

Watch Out For

• Kingston Bypass roundabout. High-speed approach from the bypass. Give way to traffic from the right, signal correctly on entry and exit.
• Hook Rise North roundabout. Multi-lane approach. Choose the correct lane early and check mirrors before changing lanes on exit.
• Ditton Hill Road. Narrow residential street with limited forward visibility. Be ready to stop for oncoming traffic between parked cars.
• Maple Road junction. Give way junction with fast-moving traffic from Brighton Road. Judge gaps carefully before emerging.

Route Features

• 11 left turns, 9 right turns, 5 roundabouts, 11 sets of traffic lights.
• Key roads: Ewell Road, Kingston Bypass, Hook Rise North, Maple Road, Brighton Road, Ditton Hill Road.
• 4 give way junctions and 2 pedestrian crossings. Contains 2 sections at 40 mph and 1 at 50 mph.
• 1 school zone along the route.

Test Manoeuvres

• Pull up on the left near Ewell Road. Check mirrors, signal left, stop close to the kerb, then rejoin traffic safely.

Key Tips

• Five roundabouts in one route means practising your roundabout procedure is essential. Give way to the right, signal on entry, and signal left when exiting.
• Ditton Hill Road is typical of London suburban side streets. Use the MSM routine when navigating around parked cars.
• This is the shortest Tolworth route by distance but not the quickest. The residential sections slow things down considerably.