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Features
Features is
the part of the site that attempts to look at aspects of the road
network in more detail, having a look at what things are, why they are
they and how they came about.
Simply click on an
article to take a look.
Specific Roads
 A6144(M)
2006 saw the demise of this old favourite, a road that was unique and
bizarre at the same time. This page takes a look at the rise and fall of
this different part of the motorway network.
 Tinsley
Viaduct and Towers
Perhaps Sheffield's most famous landmark, the Tinsley towers were
demolished in August 2008. This page looks at the M1's former neighbour, as well
as the viaduct that took the motorway within 17 metres of the towers.
Town Road Networks
 Milton
Keynes
A little look into the world of "H" Roads and "V" Roads.
 Wigan
Photo Tour
A guide to the roads, signs and features of some of Wigan's roads.
Includes a peek at the infamous Saddle Junction, some strange signs and
a little bit of a hidden gem. There are some photos of nearby Hindley,
highlighting the recent remodelling of the roads there. Beware though,
there are 171 pictures in all!
Roads in General
 International
European Road Network
Why are some roads
in Europe prefixed with an "E"? Take a look at the International European Road
Network and what roads in Britain are designated as Euroroutes.
 Red
Routes
In London, some
roads have red single and double lines down the side of the road. Some roads in
the West Midlands do too. Find out what they mean here.
 Road
Junction Names
A comprehensive
listing of named junctions in the UK.
 Roadside Cameras
A guide to the different types of speed and traffic light cameras found in the
UK.
Speed Camera Enforcement System
The state of the art camera system that is becoming commonplace across the
country and has its own page.
 Four-way Stops
The American influence to the road network!
 Myths
and Legends
A look at some of the conspiracy theories that grace the country's road network.
 Haunted
Roads
The top ten most haunted roads in the UK - find out where and why here.
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