Weston-super-Mare Driving Test Routes
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Weston-super-Mare Practical Driving Test Centre
Address: Plot 11, Sunnyside Road, North Industrial Estate, Weston Super Mare, Somerset, BS23 3PZ
Parking: There are parking spaces available at the test centre
Toilets: Male and female toilets are available
Disabled Access: Arrangements will be made at this test centre if you have a disability
Other Notes:
Test Waiting Times: Check the book your driving test service for availability
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Getting to Weston-super-Mare Test Centre
If you’re coming from the town centre, getting to Weston-super-Mare Test Centre is a breeze. Simply head down Locking Road, take a turn onto Hildesheim Bridge, and then onto Sunnyside Road. If you’re not based centrally, don’t worry! The centre is conveniently located near the A370 and M5, making it easily accessible from any direction. To ensure you stay on track, use these directions with your sat nav. (No sat nav? Check out our guide to the best budget models to help you find the perfect one!)
How to Book a Driving Test at Weston-Super-Mare Driving Test Centre:
Visit the DVSA Website:
Go to www.gov.uk/book-driving-test.Sign In or Create an Account:
Log in or create an account using your provisional driving licence details.Enter Your Details:
Provide your contact information and availability.Select Weston-Super-Mare Test Centre:
Choose Weston-Super-Mare Driving Test Centre from the list.Pick a Date and Time:
Select your preferred test date and time.Make Payment:
Pay the test fee online using a credit or debit card.Confirm Your Booking:
Review and confirm your booking.
Contact Information:
Weston-Super-Mare Driving Test Centre
Phone: 0300 200 1122 (DVSA contact)
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Key Roads
A370 – Main route into town, watch speed limits and pedestrian crossings.
Walliscote Road – Common for manoeuvres and slow-moving traffic.
Locking Road / Knightstone Road – Often used for independent driving.
Birnbeck Road / Marine Parade – Coastal route; be careful of cyclists and parked cars.
Roundabouts
Winterstoke Road Roundabout – Watch lane discipline.
Queensway / Bristol Road Roundabout – Often busy; signal correctly.
Weston-super-Mare Railway Station Roundabout – Check mirrors and give way properly.
Landmarks
Weston-super-Mare Pier – Useful for orientation.
Grand Pier / Beachfront – Coastal distractions; stay focused.
Weston General Hospital – Expect traffic and pedestrians.
High Street Shops – Potential for parked cars and pedestrians.
Tips to Pass
Always check mirrors and blind spots at junctions and roundabouts.
Follow the examiner’s instructions closely during independent driving.
Be smooth and controlled when performing manoeuvres (bay park, turn in the road).
Keep an eye on pedestrians, cyclists, and parked vehicles, especially near landmarks.
Plan your lane positioning well in advance at roundabouts.
Weston-super-Mare Driving Test Centre Pass Rates
Weston-super-Mare car practical driving test pass rates by first driving attempt including zero faults recorded annual summary:
| Time Period Captured | Total Tests | |||
| 1st attempts | 1st attempt passes | pass % | 1st test with zero faults | |
| 2023/24 | – | 1766 | 55.9 | 152 |
| 2017/18 | 2250 | 1213 | 53.9 | 36 |
| 2016/17 | 2448 | 1266 | 51.7 | 45 |
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Practical driving test key links
- to book your driving test, click here
- to change your driving test, click here
- to cancel your driving test, click here
- to give yourself the best chance of passing your driving test, click here
- to give yourself the best chance to pass your theory test, click here
Other Helpful Resources: Driving Test Centre Pass Rates and Change Your Driving Test
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FAQ's
Yes – knowing local roads helps you stay calm and confident. While the exact route isn’t shared, practising typical roundabouts or tricky junctions nearby gives you a clear advantage.
Yes – examiners adjust routes due to roadworks, traffic, or to mix things up. These changes aren’t announced, so staying current is key.
Instructors spot new road signs, layouts, or diversions early. Their knowledge helps you train on current conditions, not outdated ones. Combine their advice with RouteBuddy for the most realistic practice.
2–3 times a week is ideal, especially leading up to your test. Practise at different times of day to handle varied traffic and lighting conditions.
DVSA doesn’t publish test routes. But you can follow GOV.UK for general updates. For realistic route practice, RouteBuddy is the go-to tool learners and instructors trust.