At 9.7 km and 25 minutes, this is the shortest and quickest route from Cheltenham DVSA Test Centre. It heads south through Sandford and Montpellier into the Leckhampton area, reaching 40 mph briefly on Andover Road. The route passes through some of Cheltenham's most attractive streets around Montpellier Terrace, but the narrow tree-lined roads here demand careful positioning. With 21 turns and 5 give way junctions, the test emphasises junction observation in tight residential streets.

Watch Out For

• Give way near Andover Road. Multiple give way junctions in the Montpellier and Tivoli area. Check right carefully at each one.
• Arden Road/Hall Road junction. Tight turns in Leckhampton with limited visibility around parked cars.
• School zone near Hales Road. 20 mph during school hours.
• Montpellier Drive. Narrow road with cars parked on both sides. Watch for door openings and pedestrians stepping out.
• Bike lane on Bath Road. Check for cyclists before turning. Do not drive in the cycle lane.

Route Features

• 11 left turns and 10 right turns
• 2 roundabouts, 4 sets of traffic lights
• Speed range: 30-40 mph. Mostly 30 mph residential driving
• 5 give way junctions, 4 bike lane crossings

Test Manoeuvres

• Pull up on the left near Pittville Circus Road.

Key Tips

• Although this is the shortest Cheltenham route, the tight streets around Moorend Park Road require careful vehicle positioning. Stay left and watch your mirrors.
• The Naunton Lane section has frequent parked cars on both sides. Slow to 20 mph and be prepared to stop.

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