Starting from Station Road, this Chingford route loops south through residential streets before joining Chingford Lane down to Woodford Green, then heads through Knighton Drive to Buckhurst Hill before returning. With 10 left turns, 9 right turns, and 5 traffic signals, this is one of the busiest routes from this centre.

Watch Out For

The double mini roundabout near Woodford Green requires you to treat each roundabout separately, giving way to traffic from the right at both. Two school zones with 20 mph limits are active during school hours. The roundabout near Buckhurst Hill sits on a busy junction with limited visibility from the left.

Route Features

The route mixes 20 mph residential zones around Normanton Park and Chingdale Road with 30 mph main roads and a stretch of 40 mph on the approach to Forest Way. Narrow residential streets demand careful positioning.

Test Manoeuvres

You will be asked to pull up on the left near Station Road. Check mirrors, signal left, and stop close to the kerb away from junctions.

Key Tips

Approach the double mini roundabout slowly and be ready to stop at each one. Watch for school zone signs and reduce speed immediately when active. The 19 combined turns make lane discipline and mirror checks critical throughout.

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