A 13.5 km route from Sidcup DVSA Test Centre taking about 26 minutes. This route heads northeast on North Cray Road through to Bexley High Street, then loops through residential streets around Riverdale Road and Arbuthnot Lane before returning south. Speed limits range from 20 to 50 mph, with a mix of 30 and 40 mph zones.

Watch Out For

• 4 roundabouts, the joint highest among Sidcup routes. Includes Ruxley Corner and Bexley area roundabouts. Give way to the right at each one.
• Stop sign on Bexley High Street. Must come to a complete stop.
• 2 school zones near Bexley residential areas with 20 mph limits during school hours.
• 6 bike lane markers. Watch for cyclists, especially along Bexley High Street and Bourne Road.

Route Features

• 4 left turns and 3 right turns.
• 4 roundabouts but no traffic lights. One of the few Sidcup routes with zero signals.
• 60 waypoints along the route, including 13 give way junctions.
• Major roads: North Cray Road, Bexley High Street, East Rochester Way.

Test Manoeuvres

• Pull up on the left near Maidstone Road.

Key Tips

• No traffic lights means you rely entirely on observation at junctions and roundabouts. Stay focused.
• The Hartford Road and Parkhurst Road area has tight residential streets. Check mirrors before squeezing past parked cars.
• On East Rochester Way, the speed limit rises to 50 mph briefly. Build up speed smoothly and do not hesitate.