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Sidcup (London) #450 Pro
A 12.4 km route from Sidcup DVSA Test Centre taking about 27 minutes. This route heads west through Sidcup town centre via Station Road and Priestlands Park Road, then south to New Eltham before returning on the Sidcup By-Pass. Speed limits are mainly 30 mph with a brief 50 mph section on the By-Pass.
Watch Out For
- 14 give way junctions. Tied for the most among Sidcup routes. Many are near the test centre exit area.
- Stop sign near Edgington Way. Come to a complete stop before proceeding.
- School zone on Sidcup Hill. 20 mph during school hours.
- 2 pedestrian crossings. One on Knoll Road and another near the test centre. Stop when lights are flashing.
Route Features
- 3 left turns and 3 right turns, evenly balanced.
- 1 roundabout at Sidcup High Street and 3 sets of traffic lights.
- Mostly 30 mph roads through Sidcup residential areas.
- Major roads: Maidstone Road, Station Road, Christchurch Road, Sidcup Road.
Test Manoeuvres
- Pull up on the left near Maidstone Road.
Key Tips
- The Crescent Road and Priestlands Park Road area has quiet residential streets. Maintain 30 mph and watch for pedestrians stepping out.
- On Main Road through Longlands, parked cars may narrow the carriageway. Check mirrors before adjusting position.
- The Sidcup By-Pass return section reaches 50 mph. Build speed smoothly after the junction.
Step-by-Step Directions (1 stage)
| 1 | Drive southwest. | 6 yd | |
| 2 | Turn left. | 316 yd | |
| 3 | Turn left onto Maidstone Road/A211. | 402 yd | |
| 4 | Enter Ruxley Corner and take the 3rd exit. | 70 yd | |
| 5 | Exit the roundabout onto Maidstone Road/A211. Continue on A211. | 1.4 mi | |
| 6 | Turn right onto Station Road/A222. | 542 yd | |
| 7 | Turn left onto Crescent Road. | 303 yd | |
| 8 | Turn right to stay on Crescent Road. | 218 yd | |
| 9 | Turn right onto Priestlands Park Road. | 101 yd | |
| 10 | Turn right onto Christchurch Road. | 395 yd | |
| 11 | Turn right onto Main Road/A211. Continue on A211. | 1.2 mi | |
| 12 | Turn left onto Thaxted Road. | 73 yd | |
| 13 | Turn left onto A20/Sidcup Road. Continue on A20. | 1.2 mi | |
| 14 | Take the A222 exit toward Bromley/Chislehurst/Sidcup. | 468 yd | |
| 15 | Enter Frognal Corner and take the 2nd exit toward Dover. | 360 yd | |
| 16 | Take the exit. | 553 yd | |
| 17 | Enter Crittall's Corner and take the 2nd exit toward Bexley. | 187 yd | |
| 18 | Keep left to take A223. | 430 yd | |
| 19 | Keep left to take Edgington Way/A223. | 301 yd | |
| 20 | Bear right to stay on Edgington Way/A223. | 7 yd | |
| 21 | Turn left to stay on Edgington Way/A223. | 124 yd | |
| 22 | Enter Ruxley Corner and take the 1st exit onto Maidstone Road/A211. | 421 yd | |
| 23 | Turn right. | 320 yd |
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