This 13.1 km route heads north from Loughton through Lower Road and Golding's Hill into Epping Forest towards Theydon Bois. After circling through Coppice Row and Loughton Lane, the return takes Debden Lane south, then through residential streets via Spareleaze Hill and Brooklyn Avenue back to the centre.

Watch Out For

A 40 mph speed zone near Theydon Bois appears suddenly after the national speed limit section. Spareleaze Hill descends steeply with a tight bend at the bottom where the road meets Traps Hill. With only 2 traffic signals on this route, most junctions rely on give-way rules, so observation is critical. Roundmead Avenue has parked cars that force you into the oncoming lane.

Route Features

One of the more rural routes from Loughton, with long stretches through Epping Forest at 40 mph. Lower Road transitions from residential 30 mph to forest 40 mph. Theydon Bois village has narrow lanes with a 30 mph limit. Debden Lane is a quiet country lane with overhanging branches and occasional farm vehicles. Church Lane near Loughton has tight residential turns.

Key Tips

Through Theydon Bois, keep to 30 mph and watch for pedestrians stepping off the narrow pavements. On Debden Lane, be prepared to stop for oncoming traffic at narrow points. Descending Tycehurst Hill, control speed as the gradient is deceivingly steep. The pull up on the left is likely on the streets near the test centre.

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