A 12.5 km route from Cheltenham DVSA Test Centre taking about 33 minutes. This route has the most turns of any Cheltenham route with 34 total (18 left, 16 right), making it the most demanding for junction work. Like Route 791, it stays entirely within 30 mph zones. The route heads south-east through Fairview, down London Road to Leckhampton, then loops through Bafford and Pilley before returning via Old Bath Road and Naunton.

Watch Out For

• Stop sign near London Road. The only stop sign on this route. You must come to a complete stop, not just slow down.
• School zone near Sandy Lane. 20 mph during school hours. Easy to miss on quieter back streets.
• School zone near Hales Road. Second school zone on the return leg.
• Pedestrian crossing near Bafford Approach. Watch for pedestrians, especially near shops.
• Give way junction in Leckhampton. Limited visibility due to parked vehicles. Creep forward carefully.

Route Features

• 18 left turns and 16 right turns. The highest turn count of all Cheltenham routes
• Only 1 roundabout, 5 sets of traffic lights
• Entire route at 30 mph. No dual carriageway sections
• 1 stop sign, 2 school zones, 3 pedestrian crossings

Test Manoeuvres

• Pull up on the left near Pittville Circus Road.

Key Tips

• With 34 turns in 12.5 km, you will be turning every 370 metres on average. Stay alert and follow sat nav directions promptly.
• The Bafford Approach area has very tight residential streets. Keep your speed at 20 mph and position carefully for each turn.
• At the stop sign, the examiner is watching for a full stop. Apply the handbrake if needed.

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