A 13 km single-stage route from Maidstone heading east through the town centre and out towards Bearsted (The Landway). The route passes through Andrew Broughton Way, follows New Cut Road, and loops through the Grovewood Drive area before returning. With 30-40 mph speed limits, 4 roundabouts, and 11 traffic lights, this is a moderate route. No pedestrian crossings are recorded, making it less demanding in that regard than Route #718.

Watch Out For

• School zones near the test centre. Three school zones on the route. 20 mph during school hours.
• Roundabout at Andrew Broughton Way. A busy roundabout connecting the town centre with eastbound routes. Multiple exits make lane choice critical.
• Roundabout cluster near Upper Road. Two roundabouts close together. Stay in the correct lane between them.
• New Cut Road speed management. Transitions between 30 and 40 mph. The 40 mph section near Grovewood Drive is easy to overlook.
• The Landway junction in Bearsted. The road narrows here with parked cars. Position carefully for turns.

Route Features

• 9 left turns and 8 right turns.
• 4 roundabouts.
• 11 sets of traffic lights.
• 3 give way junctions, no pedestrian crossings.
• 3 school zones.
• Speed range: 30-40 mph.

Test Manoeuvres

• Pull up on the left near Loose Road.

Key Tips

• The eastbound section towards Bearsted has longer, straighter roads. Maintain a steady 30 or 40 mph rather than fluctuating.
• With fewer signals (11) and roundabouts (4) than most Maidstone routes, this is a relatively flowing drive. Focus on maintaining observations and mirror checks at every junction.
• The route shares Grovewood Drive and New Cut Road with Route #713, so practising either route helps with the other.