This Sale route heads west through Washway Road to Woodhouse Lane, then south via Manchester Road through Altrincham to Woodlands Road. It continues east through Grove Lane and Clay Lane to Wythenshawe, then takes the M56 motorway at 70 mph before returning via Wythenshawe Road. At 24.17 km and 53 minutes, this is the longest route by duration from Sale.

Watch Out For

Multiple U-turns near Woodlands Road are tricky to execute on busy residential streets. The give way junction near Manchester Road requires checking right carefully. Clay Lane is a narrow country lane where you may need to stop for oncoming vehicles. The M56 at 70 mph requires rapid speed adjustment after the slower lanes. A bike lane near Woodlands Road means watching for cyclists.

Route Features

Speeds range from 20 mph in residential areas to 70 mph on the M56. Woodlands Parkway near Altrincham is a leafy residential area. The route passes through Mossgrove Road and the semi-rural Dobbinetts Lane. The 53-minute duration may exceed the standard test time, so expect a thorough examination.

Test Manoeuvres

You will be asked to pull up on the left near Poplar Grove. Signal, check mirrors, and stop safely by the kerb.

Key Tips

This is a marathon route. Pace yourself mentally. The U-turns near Woodlands Road need repeated practice. On the M56, accelerate to match traffic quickly. The variety from country lanes to motorway to suburban streets tests adaptability. Stay calm and take each section as it comes.