The shortest Southport route at just 5.0 miles and under 20 minutes, this compact loop stays entirely within the town, circling through Scarisbrick New Road, Tithebarn Road, Meols Cop, Roe Lane, and back via Hartwood Road and Forest Road. Speed limits are 20-30 mph throughout with no higher-speed sections. Despite its short length, it packs in 10 left turns, 9 right turns, 3 roundabouts, and 9 traffic signals, making every minute count.

Watch Out For

• Tithebarn Road. Narrow residential street with cars parked on both sides. Watch for pedestrians stepping out from between vehicles.
• Roe Lane. Busy road with shops, a school zone, and frequent pedestrian crossings. Maintain low speed and scan continuously.
• Hartwood Road. A residential road with parked cars and limited forward visibility around bends.
• Chambres Road. Multiple give-way points along this stretch. Check carefully at each junction before proceeding.
• Stop sign near Roe Lane. Complete stop required. Hidden approaches from the left make this junction particularly tricky.

Route Features

• Shortest Southport route at 5 miles, entirely within the town boundary
• 19 total turns in under 20 minutes, one turn roughly every minute
• No high-speed sections; entirely 20-30 mph urban driving
• 16 give-way junctions testing hazard awareness at residential side roads

Test Manoeuvres

• Pull up on the left is tested on this route

Key Tips

• The route is short but dense with junctions. Stay alert and do not let the short distance make you complacent
• With 16 give-way junctions, practise creeping forward to check sightlines before committing to each turn
• At 20 mph, precise speed control matters. Use second gear to maintain a steady pace in residential zones