At 17.1 km and 36 minutes, this is the longest route from Cheltenham DVSA Test Centre. It takes a wide loop north-east through Whaddon and Lynworth, out to Prestbury and into the countryside beyond School Lane near Southam, reaching 60 mph on rural roads. The route returns via Evesham Road. With 27 turns (12 left, 15 right) and 3 roundabouts, the length means you need to maintain concentration over a longer period than other Cheltenham routes.

Watch Out For

• School zone near Imjin Road. 20 mph during school hours. Located near the start of the route.
• Give way on Southam Lane. After a long 60 mph stretch, the give way comes up quickly. Brake early.
• Speed change near Swindon village. Drops to 40 mph. Do not overshoot the limit.
• Shaw Green Lane. Narrow rural lane with hedgerows. Visibility is limited around bends.
• Tatchley Lane. Tight village road in Prestbury. Watch for pedestrians and oncoming traffic.

Route Features

• 12 left turns and 15 right turns
• 3 roundabouts, 4 sets of traffic lights
• Speed range: 30-60 mph, with 40 and 50 mph transition zones
• Longest route at 17.1 km. 3 give way signs, 1 school zone

Test Manoeuvres

• Pull up on the left near Pittville Circus Road.

Key Tips

• At 36 minutes, this is 10 minutes longer than the shortest route (Route 793). Maintain your focus throughout, especially on the return leg when fatigue may set in.
• On Gravel Walk near Southam, the narrow single-track road requires you to pull in for oncoming traffic. Use passing places and do not rush.

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