This 12.9 km route heads west from Barnet test centre through Wood Street and St Albans Road, then takes a scenic detour through Trotters Bottom - a narrow, winding rural lane. It loops back south via Galley Lane and Kings Road into Queens Road, through Hillside Gardens to Mays Lane, returning via Barnet Hill.

Watch Out For

Trotters Bottom is a single-track lane with no markings - you may need to reverse into a passing place for oncoming traffic. The 60 mph national speed limit applies but the road condition rarely allows more than 30-40 mph. Three school zones along Barnet Hill and Potters Lane. Three pedestrian crossings near Mays Lane and Wood Street area.

Route Features

One roundabout at Wood Street, ten traffic signals, and a mix of 20-60 mph zones. Kings Road and Queens Road are quiet residential streets with gentle curves. Four 30 mph speed limit zones throughout.

Test Manoeuvres

Pull up on the left near Great North Road.

Key Tips

On Trotters Bottom, look far ahead and slow down before blind bends. If you meet an oncoming vehicle, check your mirrors before reversing. Use the residential streets after Trotters Bottom to steady your driving before returning to busier roads.