Double Mini-roundabouts
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By far the best way to learn double-minis is to watch other people. Stand near a double mini-roundabout with your supervisor and watch how drivers get through. See how the 'give way to the right' rule applies at both roundabouts. In particular watch what has happened when there is confusion or when a driver makes a mistake. See how it came about and learn from it without having to make mistakes yourself!
The important thing to remember about double-minis is that, although they appear joined, each roundabout should be treated separately. So, depending on the layout and direction you are going, you may have to give way to the right twice.
Below is a typical double mini-roundabout. Note that the direction you are approaching and the direction you are leaving will govern whether you will use both or just one of the roundabouts.
Double mini-roundabouts
Here is a photograph of the direction sign on approach to this particular double mini-roundabout. Notice how it shows the general layout which, in turn, gives you an indication of how many times you will need to give way - depending on the direction you are going. Always remember that signs are there to help you - make the most of them.
Double mini roundabout
Here is the same roundabout from a different direction.
Double mini roundabout
