This 13.7 km Stevenage route starts from Old Town on Lytton Way, heads north on North Road out of the town into Graveley village. The route follows Church Lane and Back Lane through open countryside, then returns south via Great Ashby Way and Canterbury Way into the St Nicholas estate. It continues on Martins Way through the industrial area before returning via Gunnels Wood Road to Old Town.

Watch Out For

Seven roundabouts dominate this route, typical of Stevenage's road network. Back Lane through Graveley is a narrow 60 mph country lane with blind bends, no pavements, and farm traffic. The transition from rural 60 mph to suburban 30 mph at Great Ashby Way demands prompt speed reduction. Martins Way has industrial estate traffic including heavy goods vehicles.

Route Features

Starts in the 30 mph Old Town streets, transitions to 40 mph North Road, then opens up to 60 mph countryside on Back Lane. Great Ashby Way and Canterbury Way are modern suburban roads at 30 mph with good visibility. Gunnels Wood Road is a 40 mph dual carriageway through the business park. Six right turns make junction observation critical.

Key Tips

In Graveley, slow to 30 mph through the village and check for pedestrians on Church Lane which has no pavement. On Back Lane, keep left through the bends as oncoming vehicles appear suddenly. At the Great Ashby Way roundabouts, signal clearly and check mirrors. On Gunnels Wood Road, maintain 40 mph and watch for vehicles exiting business premises.