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This page lists practical driving test centres across South West England.
Learner drivers can explore local driving test centres and practise real driving test routes designed to reflect the distinctive road conditions found throughout the South West.
Driving tests in South West England are strongly influenced by rural roads, coastal routes, historic town layouts, and limited road width. Unlike heavily urbanised regions, many tests here require confident vehicle control on narrow roads, accurate positioning, and strong observation skills in less structured environments.
Driving test centres in South West England
Below is a list of driving test centres located across South West England.
Select a test centre to view available practice driving test routes for that specific area.
Driving test centres include:
Driving test routes in South West England are shaped by geography more than traffic volume. Learner drivers taking a practical driving test in this region should be prepared for narrow carriageways, limited road markings, and frequent changes in elevation.
Common features of driving test routes in South West England include:
Narrow rural roads with limited passing space
Country lanes bordered by hedges or stone walls
Coastal roads with changing visibility and wind exposure
Historic town centres with tight bends and uneven road layouts
Reduced use of road markings in rural areas
Steep hills and frequent hill starts
Mini-roundabouts and irregular junctions
Sudden changes from open roads to built-up villages
Independent driving using road signs or sat nav
In areas such as Cornwall and Devon, test routes may include single-track roads where correct positioning and speed control are essential. In cities like Bristol and Bath, learners must adapt quickly to older road layouts, busier urban sections, and complex junction spacing.
Practising local driving test routes in South West England is particularly important because many roads do not follow predictable urban patterns, and mistakes in positioning or speed choice are more noticeable to examiners.
Practising driving test routes in South West England allows learner drivers to:
Gain confidence on narrow and rural roads
Improve judgement when passing oncoming vehicles
Prepare for hill starts and steep gradients
Develop better anticipation on roads with limited visibility
Adapt to historic town layouts and irregular junctions
These practice routes are designed to support learner drivers and instructors preparing for practical driving tests in rural, coastal, and historic environments.
Open your practice driving test routes using Google Maps or a GPS navigation app.
Practise in different traffic conditions and at times similar to your actual test time.
Choose your driving test centre from the list above
Open the practice routes using Google Maps
Practise the routes with a qualified instructor or supervising driver
Repeat challenging sections to build confidence before the test
Routes can be accessed easily on mobile devices and used during regular driving lessons.
Yes. The practice routes are designed based on real test-area conditions commonly found across South West England, including rural and coastal roads.
They are different rather than harder. Tests often focus more on vehicle control, positioning, and observation on narrow and less structured roads.
No route can guarantee a pass. However, practising local routes can help learners feel more prepared and confident for the practical driving test.
Choose a driving test centre above to view available practice routes and start preparing for your practical driving test in South West England with confidence.