This 8.1-mile, 36-minute route is the most signal-heavy of all 6 Tolworth test routes, with 25 traffic signals and 5 stop signs. It covers Long Ditton and Tolworth with heavy emphasis on 20 mph residential streets (486 data points at 20 mph). The route also passes through 6 school zones, the most of any Tolworth route. Expect constant observation demands throughout.

Watch Out For

• Stop sign on Hollyfield Road. Full stop required. This is a common fail point across multiple Tolworth routes.
• Stop sign near King Charles’ Road. Limited visibility. Stop completely, then edge forward to check for traffic.
• Stop sign on Maple Road approach. Third stop in a cluster. Do not let familiarity lead to a rolling stop.
• School zone near Portsmouth Road. 20 mph zone with high pedestrian activity. Watch for children crossing unexpectedly.
• Windmill Lane. Narrow lane with give way situations. Check mirrors and position carefully when passing parked vehicles.

Route Features

• 12 left turns, 6 right turns, 4 roundabouts, 25 sets of traffic lights.
• Key roads: Ewell Road, Berrylands Road, King Charles’ Road, Maple Road, Portsmouth Road, Windmill Lane.
• 5 stop signs, 6 give way junctions, 6 school zones, 4 bike lanes, 3 pedestrian crossings.
• Predominantly 20 mph with brief 50 mph and 40 mph sections.

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

• 25 signals mean constant scanning for traffic lights. Always approach on amber with caution, never accelerate through a changing light.
• With 5 stop signs, treat each one as a distinct event. A rolling stop is a serious fault even if you stopped properly at the previous one.
• The 6 school zones require heightened awareness, especially during morning and afternoon peak times.