A 10.1-mile route taking about 32 minutes, heading north along the seafront before looping through Crossens, Marshside, and back via Meols Cop. Most driving is at 30 mph with stretches of 50 mph on Marine Drive and Preston New Road. The route includes 4 roundabouts but only 7 traffic signals, making it lighter on town-centre stops than most Southport routes.

Watch Out For

• Marine Drive seafront. Speed rises to 50 mph on this long coastal stretch. Stay alert for sudden crosswinds, especially near the open marshland.
• Preston New Road. A 50 mph dual section with give-way junctions feeding in from side roads. Mirror checks before lane changes are critical.
• Marshside Road. Narrow residential road with parked cars on both sides. Expect to negotiate gaps with oncoming traffic.
• Duke Street junction. Multiple give-way points cluster here. Check both directions carefully before pulling out.
• Roundabout near Lord Street West. Busy roundabout close to the seafront with traffic merging from several directions.

Route Features

• Extended 50 mph driving on Marine Drive and Preston New Road
• Mix of wide coastal roads and tight residential streets in Marshside
• Relatively few traffic signals (7), but 13 right turns requiring confident positioning
• Return leg through Meols Cop residential area at 20 mph

Test Manoeuvres

• Pull up on the left is tested on this route

Key Tips

• On the coastal road, maintain 50 mph confidently but be prepared to slow for the transition back to 30 mph near Crossens Way
• In Marshside, watch door mirrors when passing parked cars and give cyclists space
• The 13 right turns demand decisive lane positioning. Signal early and move to the centre of the road clearly