Loughborough Driving Test Centre Routes, Booking, and Preparation Guide

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Loughborough Driving Test Centre Routes, Booking, and Preparation Guide

Location and address of Loughborough Town Driving Test Centre

Test Center Address

Arc Business Centre
Gilders Hall Road
Sheep Shed
Loughborough
LE12 9NH

​​Loughborough Driving Test Centre facilities

🚻 Male and female toilets are available.
♿ Passive access is available for candidates.
🅿️ Car parking facility for test takers

​​Test Center Statistics
  • Evaluation: ★★★★☆ 4.2
  • Passing rate: 53.1% 
  • Waiting time on average (2024–2025): 12.2 weeks

Town driving test routes in Loughborough

There are more than 12 officials. Town driving test routes. These routes are designed to test each driver's skills. These routes cover a variety of driving scenarios such as busy town centres, rural bends, and dual carriageways.

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What Tests Are Conducted at Hoot Hein Loughborough Town Driving Test Centre?

Car (Category B – Manual & Automatic) driving tests are held here.


Notable Loughborough Town driving test routes and areas

The test mostly starts from the Arc Business Centre and mixes urban and rural areas.

Common areas include:

  • Loughborough Town Centre one-way system
  • A512 is the Epinal Way roundabouts
  • Residential streets for parking maneuvers.

Major roads are often covered by:

  • A6 - Busy dual carriageway
  • A60 - Mixed speed range
  • B591 - Independent driving sections

👉 Pre-practicing the Town Driving Test routes is a strong point to pass the test.

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What to Expect on Loughborough Test Day

The general structure of your test would be:

  • 👁️ Eyesight Test - Number plate is read from 20.5 meters
  • ❓ Start the "Tell me" security question
  • 🕓 40 minutes drive - 20 minutes free driving
  • 🔁 One Maneuver - Bay Park, Parallel Park, or Pull Up to the Right
  • ⚠️ Emergency Stop - 1 of 3 tests included.

Nearby hotels and hostels for candidates

Here are some reasonably priced possibilities if you're planning an overnight stay in Loughborough for a test, book them via laterooms.com for more convenience:

  • Loughborough's Premier Inn
  • Travelodge Loughborough
  • Local B&Bs in Sheepsheds and Heatherton

These places are close to the exam centre and help reduce stress.

Improve driving skills with online training

To improve your confidence and skills, you can join a structured online driving course. It is particularly useful for:

  • For nervous drivers
  • For international license holders
  • For first-time learners
  • Returning drivers who are learning again after a break

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  • Road safety basics and advanced defensive driving tips
  • Navigating roundabouts, dual carriageways, and city traffic
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  • Driving in your own car with confidence
  • UK-specific driving rules and best practices for international drivers
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Best places to visit in Loughborough after the Test

Here are the best places to relax after a test:

  • Great Central Railway - Historic Train Ride.
  • Queen's Park - Peaceful green space
  • Charnwood Museum - local history and culture
  • Beacon Hill Country Park - nature walks and viewpoints

Great areas to live in Loughborough

Some of Loughborough's best neighborhoods are:

  • Shelthorpe - Affordable and family-friendly
  • Quorn - with a rural charm
  • Hedran - Quiet village lifestyle
  • Nanpantan - Close to forests and scenic views
  • Town centre - shops or amenities close by

If you don't pass the test

Don't worry if you fail. These steps will help you:

  • Get more practice with a local instructor.
  • Join online training to improve your weak points.
  • Revisit the Town Driving Test Routes.

Key Facts - Loughborough Town Driving Test Centre

Address

Arc Business Centre, Gilders Hall Road, Sheep Shed, Loughborough, LE12 9NH


Amenities

Toilets, disabled access, parking


Training Support

JNDS Online Driving Course available


Local hotels

Premier Inn, Travelodge, Local B&B


Waiting Time (2024–2025)

12.2 weeks


Test Conducted

Car (Category B – Manual & Automatic) driving tests are held here.


Recommended practice areas

Town centre, A6, A60, B591


Preparation Tip

Practice town driving test routes beforehand


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