A lot of roads around the Southmeadf test route area have signs up saying they are about to be resurfaced and make-shift 20mph signs are everywhere.  You only need to go 20 when the road has been resurfaced.  You'll know if it's been resurfaced as it will be covered in loose stones and the chance of skidding is high.

The other danger of re-surfacing is the lack of road markings, be careful your position doesn't waver and get eye contact with other drivers at junctions before going.

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