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Barnstaple Driving Test Centre Routes, Booking, and Preparation Guide

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Barnstaple Driving Test Centre Routes, Booking, and Preparation Guide

Location and Accommodation of Barnstaple Town Driving Test Centre

Test Centre Address

Victoria Road Industrial Estate
Barnstaple
Devon
EX32 8NB

​​Barnstaple Town Driving Test Centre Amenities

🚻 Male and female toilets
♿ Disabled access available
🅿️ Candidate parking available

​​Test Centre Statistics
  • Classification: ★★★★☆ 4.3 (open reviews)
  • Display Pass Rate: 51.8%
  • Average Holding up Time (2024–2025): 13 weeks

Town Driving Test Routes in Barnstaple

The Barnstaple Town driving test centre features around 15–20 official Town driving test routes. These routes are designed to test your driving in urban streets, country lanes, and busier A-roads. Knowing the Town driving test routes in advance can significantly improve your confidence.

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What Tests Are Conducted in Barnstaple?

Car (B) Licence Driving Test Available in manual and automatic. Every candidate should be ready for the range of challenges within the Barnstaple Town driving test routes.


Notable Barnstaple Town Driving Test Routes and Areas

Typical tests at the Barnstaple Town driving test centre start at Victoria Road Industrial Estate, taking you through a variety of traffic situations.

Common areas in Barnstaple Town driving test routes include

  • Barnstaple Town Middle – One-way frameworks, person on foot intersections, and transport paths
  • le Town Centre – One-way systems, pedestrian crossings, and bus lanes
  • Sticklepath – Residential roads with speed changes
  • Newport – Tight junctions and mini-roundabouts

Major roads are often used

  • A39 – Mixed-speed dual and single carriageway sections
  • A377 – High-traffic commuter road
  • B3233 – Rural lanes with bends and limited visibility

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What to Expect at the Barnstaple Town Driving Test Centre

Your driving test will usually follow this pattern:

  • 👁️ Eyesight Test – Read a number plate from 20.5 metres
  • ❓ “Tell Me” Safety Question
  • 🕓 40-Minute Drive – Including 20 minutes of independent driving
  •  🔁 One Manoeuvre – Bay park, parallel park, or pull up on the right
  • ⚠️ Emergency Stop – May be included in 1 in 3 tests

Well-Priced Inns Close Barnstaple Town Driving Test Centre

If you’re coming from exterior the zone or need to remain overnight sometime recently your test, here are some nearby options, book yourself beforehand via laterooms.com:

  • Premier Hotel Barnstaple
  • The Regal & Fortescue Hotel
  • Barnstaple Hotel
  • Local B&Bs in Sticklepath and Newport

Proximity to the Town driving test centre reduces travel stress and keeps you focused on the test.

Improve Your Driving Skills Before Attempting Barnstaple Town Driving Test Routes

Joining an online driving preparation course can help you feel more confident on Barnstaple’s Town driving test routes. Ideal for:

  • International drivers adapting to UK roads
  • Nervous or returning drivers
  • Early learners getting ahead
  • First-time candidates aiming to pass with confidence

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  • Road safety basics and advanced defensive driving tips
  • Navigating roundabouts, dual carriageways, and city traffic
  • Parking, reversing, and parallel parking techniques
  • Driving in your own car with confidence
  • UK-specific driving rules and best practices for international drivers
  • Full support in understanding theory test material and hazard perception
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Best Places to Visit in Barnstaple After Your Test

Celebrate or unwind at these local spots:

  • Pannier Market – Unique stalls and local crafts
  • Museum of Barnstaple and North Devon – Learn the area’s history
  • Rock Park – Peaceful greenery for a post-test walk
  • Barnstaple Town Centre cafés – Relax with a coffee and pastry

Best Areas to Live in Barnstaple

Living near the Town driving test centre can be convenient and offers great access to local amenities. Top neighbourhoods include:

  • Newport – Family-friendly with schools and parks
  • Sticklepath – Close to shops and the riverfront
  • Pilton – Historic charm and community feel
  • Roundswell – Modern housing developments and easy road links
  • Bickington – Quiet village atmosphere with quick access to town

What Happens If You Fail the Test?

Don’t be discouraged, many drivers pass on their second attempt. To improve:

  • Practise with a local instructor familiar with Town driving test routes
  • Use our online course to work on weaknesses
  • Revisit the official Barnstaple Town driving test routes to prepare better

The Barnstaple Town driving test centre provides a balanced mix of urban and rural roads to sharpen your driving skills.

Key facts

Location

Victoria Road Industrial Estate, Barnstaple, EX32 8NB


Facilities

Toilets, disabled access, parking


Training Support

JNDS Online Driving Course available


Nearby Hotels

Premier Hotel Barnstaple, Regal & Fortescue


Waiting Time

13 weeks & Pass Rate is 51.8%


Test

Car (manual & automatic)


Practice Areas

Barnstaple Town Centre, Sticklepath, Newport, A39


Tip

Practice official routes and use online courses


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