This 11.7-mile, 30-minute route is the longest regular route from Chilwell (only Route 691 at 18.3 miles is longer). It heads west through Stapleford and Sandiacre, then takes the A52 deep into Derbyshire via Risley and Draycott before returning through Breaston and Long Eaton. Speeds reach 60-70 mph on long stretches of the A52 and country roads. With only 16 signals but 4 roundabouts and wide speed variation (30-70 mph), it tests higher-speed driving and rural road skills that most other Chilwell routes do not cover.

Watch Out For

• Hopwell Road near Risley. Narrow country lane with no markings. Oncoming traffic appears suddenly around bends. Stay left and reduce speed.
• Derby Road between Sandiacre and Risley. Long 60 mph stretch through open countryside. The road surface can be uneven with debris. Maintain a safe following distance.
• Victoria Road, Draycott. Village road with parked cars and a 30 mph limit after the national speed limit. The speed change is abrupt.
• Brian Clough Way (A52) merge. Joining the dual carriageway requires quick acceleration. Use the full length of the slip road.
• High Road, Beeston returning section. Busy with traffic near shops. Watch for vehicles pulling out of side roads.

Route Features

• Longest regular route from Chilwell at 11.7 miles
• Extended 60-70 mph sections on the A52 and country roads
• Rural driving through Risley, Draycott, and Breaston villages
• Wide speed variety from 30 mph villages to 70 mph dual carriageway

Test Manoeuvres

• Pull up on the left near the test centre on Eldon Road

Key Tips

• On country lanes, position for oncoming traffic even when you cannot see around the bend
• Keep checking your speed when returning from 60 mph zones to 30 mph villages - momentum carries
• Use the long A52 sections to demonstrate confident, smooth driving at higher speeds