Posted by Will Dracott on Thursday, March 15, 2012,
Congratulations to Henry for passing first time at Brislington driving test centre on Tuesday. Henry passed with just 3 minors, an excellent achievement. Well done Henry, see you on the road. Continue reading ...
Posted by Will Dracott on Wednesday, December 21, 2011,
Congratulations to Kizzy for passing yesterday over at Southmead test centre with just 5 minors! Well done Kizzy, see you on the road and have a merry Christmas.
Posted by Will Dracott on Saturday, September 17, 2011,
Congratulations to Sadie for passing first time yesterday at Southmead test centre. Dave taught her to drive, he's only been here two weeks and gets off to a flying start. Well done to the pair of you!
Posted by Will Dracott on Wednesday, March 2, 2011,
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Congratulations to Ruth for passig first time yesterday at Southmead with just 5 minors. Ruth passed in two weeks with a 30 hour intensive course and sailed through. Well done Ruth!
Posted by Will Dracott on Thursday, February 10, 2011,
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The crossroads on Shirehampton Road are being dug up and a 4 way traffic light system has been put in. The extra traffic isn't helpful for most of us, but if you're on your test this could infact be really useful, specially coming from the side roads onto the main one as this can sometimes be very busy indeed.
Posted by Will Dracott on Friday, August 13, 2010,
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Lane closures less than a two minutes away from the test centre are causing congestion issues. Falcondale road is the large, two lane road connectig Bristol with Cribbs causeway and the M5. Right by the corssroads with Henbury Road a lot of digging is going on and the left hand lane heading down the hill towards Bristol has been closed. You'll need to use your mirrors, signal, get another mirror check in before creeping over into the right lane to proceed through the junction.
Posted by Will Dracott on Wednesday, July 28, 2010,
Passage road in both directions is down to one lane yet again. More bus stops by the looks of things. The traffic lights on the crest of the hill are also out, so be on guard for pedestrians walking out infront of you!
Posted by Will Dracott on Tuesday, June 15, 2010,
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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.
There are 3 way traffic lights in place on Canford Lane/Dingle Road/Combe Lane. 3 way traffic lights take a while so be patient. It's pretty staright forward on Canfor Lane, bt coming from Combe Lane might be a little harder. The problem is the traffic lights are hidden around the corner, so pay attention to the make shift warning triangles on approach. There is a "wait here when lights are red" sign, so don't over shoot your mark. It's also the end of the road here and if you fail to se... Continue reading ...
At last the resurfacing crews have come to Brislington and are in the middle of fixing one of the busiest and bumpiest roads in town. This will only effect those coming back to the test centre after taking the route through Broom Hill. The cones arent that distruptive, just be on the look out for men at work.
Posted by Will Dracott on Saturday, March 27, 2010,
Last one, I swear! If you get this test route in either direction at the moment, you'll need to be really on your toes! The one way system has a load of bollards and cones in the left lane as you come around the corner, without much notice. You'll be wanting to get into the right lane anyway, but just make sure you use your mirrors and signal to change lane and position. Also worth noting to take the signal off as just a little way down the street is a hidden right hand turn, that you are... Continue reading ...
Henleaze High Street has some massive digging works going on at the moment. As you head towards the test centre, going down the hill the road is blocked off by some high fencing protecting what looks like a port-a-loo ... make of it what you will, you'll have to go around it. It's just at the start of the busy section, so make sure you keep your eyes peeled for cars coming towards you as you move around the digging, making sure you check your mirrors first.
Posted by Will Dracott on Saturday, March 6, 2010,
Bridge Valley Road (the horrid 180 degree turn off The Portway into Clifton) will be closed on the 8th March, so all those who are taking their test on that day breath a small sigh of relief. That's one less thing to have to worry about.
This one is just for the learners. Make sure you know what is going to happen for the exam, so nothing catches you out. The DSA have just released this new YouTube video, watch it!
Posted by Will Dracott on Wednesday, February 17, 2010,
Druid Stoke Avenue is the street with the really posh houses with massive cast iron gates. You've probably done a few turn in the road manoeuvres and the emergency stop down here. On approach to this street there are still lots of road works on the mini roundabout. It's very difficult to see what is going on here, so be careful. The next issue is then turning into Druid Stoke Avenue. Straight away there are more roadworks and diggers and cones etc. Don't switch off, keep focused when ent... Continue reading ...
Posted by Will Dracott on Sunday, February 14, 2010,
I've created a few pages on the trouble spots in and around Southmead that students from time to time struggle with. Places include; The portway, Westbury Village, Henbury oneway system and Gloucester Road North/Filton roundabout. If you're learning in Southmead, take the time to read through these pages. When we are in the car, it all happens so quick and you probably can't take it all in, listen to me and concentrate on what is happening next. On these pages there are photos and step by... Continue reading ...
Posted by Will Dracott on Sunday, January 24, 2010,
There has been so cones and work going on here for some time now and there is no sign of the barriers being taken away. I'm highlighting this area again as it can take you a little by suprise. As you come down the hill, the sweeping left hand bend just past the pub has the obstruction on the left hand side of the road. Immediately after is a pedestrian crossing, so make sure you observe effectively for this too.
Posted by Will Dracott on Sunday, January 24, 2010,
This so going to effect those at Brislington and Warmley. Both heading north and south the ring road is down to one lane. There are plenty of signs on approach telling you this giving you 500 yards to check mirrors, get that signal on nice and early so those behind you can help/see what you're doing then get over. It's also worth noting that there is a speed restriction of 30mph. No one else will be doing 30, so don't be dragged along with the traffic, make sure you stick to the speed lim... Continue reading ...
Posted by Will Dracott on Tuesday, December 22, 2009,
Tests again have been cancelled across Bristol. Even tests this afternoon have already been put off over at Brislington test Centre. If you do have an exam, call the centres to find out if it's been put off.
This blog is for those taking their driving test in and around Bristol. Keeping you in touch with any route changes, diversions on test routes, severe traffic delays, road works, severe weather warnings, cancellations and DSA updates regarding the UK driving test.
