A 14.6 km route from Cheltenham DVSA Test Centre taking about 32 minutes. This route heads north through Pittville and into the countryside beyond Prestbury, reaching 60 mph on Southam Lane. It has the most traffic lights of any Cheltenham route at 11, combined with 5 roundabouts. The speed range is wide, from 30 mph in residential areas to 60 mph on rural lanes, testing your ability to adapt to changing speed limits quickly.

Watch Out For

• Give way on Southam Lane. After driving at 60 mph, you reach a give way junction. Brake early and check both directions.
• Speed change near Swindon village. The limit drops to 40 mph. Watch for the speed sign as the road enters the village.
• Give way at Prestbury Road. Limited visibility at this junction. Be prepared to stop.
• Evesham Road traffic signals. Multiple sets of lights in quick succession heading north. Watch the phasing carefully.

Route Features

• 14 left turns and 8 right turns
• 5 roundabouts, 11 sets of traffic lights (most of all Cheltenham routes)
• Speed range: 30-60 mph, with 50 mph sections on Old Road
• 3 give way signs, 3 speed limit changes (40/50 mph zones)

Test Manoeuvres

• Pull up on the left near Pittville Circus Road.

Key Tips

• The 11 traffic lights are mostly around the Wellington Square and Evesham Road area. Approach each set at a speed that lets you stop safely if they change.
• On Southam Lane, the road is single-carriageway at 60 mph. Position well to the left and be ready for oncoming traffic around bends.

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