At 16.8 km, this route takes a distinctive eastern loop through Victoria Road and Park Road to Mount Pleasant in Cockfosters. It heads north along Cockfosters Road, then through Stagg Hill and Southgate Road to Barnet Road near Potters Bar. The return passes through Great North Road and Hadley Green Road, finishing via Woodville Road.

Watch Out For

Cockfosters Road has 40 mph sections with bus stops and pedestrian activity. Stagg Hill is a steep climb with a sharp bend at the top - maintain a steady speed in a lower gear. Three roundabouts including a busy one at Cockfosters. Eight give way junctions, mostly around the test centre and Victoria Road area.

Route Features

Three roundabouts, seven traffic signals, and speed limits from 20 to 60 mph. Nine left turns and four right turns. The route covers urban streets near Cockfosters, 40 mph suburban roads, and 60 mph stretches on Great North Road. A pedestrian crossing near Victoria Road is close to the roundabout.

Test Manoeuvres

Pull up on the left near Pricklers Hill.

Key Tips

On Stagg Hill, use second gear for the climb and brake steadily on the descent. At the Cockfosters roundabout, check right and yield to traffic from the right. The nine left turns are straightforward but require consistent mirror-signal-manoeuvre technique throughout.