Golspie Driving Test Routes
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Golspie Practical Driving Test Centre
Address: Golspie Fire Station, Back Road, Golspie, Sutherland, KW10 6SP
Parking: Parking spaces are available
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 Golspie Test Centre
The Golspie driving test centre was originally located at the local fire station. The new location is just a short 2-minute drive from the previous site. You can find the updated test centre by following the directions on the map.
How to Book a Driving Test at Golspie Driving Test Centre:
Visit the DVSA Website:
Go to www.gov.uk/book-driving-test.Sign In or Create an Account:
Use your provisional driving licence details to log in or register.Enter Your Details:
Provide your contact information and availability.Select Golspie Test Centre:
Choose Golspie 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 debit or credit card.Confirm Your Booking:
Review and confirm your booking.
Contact Information:
Golspie Driving Test Centre
Phone: 0300 200 1122 (DVSA contact)
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Key Roads
A9 – Main road through Golspie; expect speed changes and junctions.
B9175 – Access to local villages; narrow and winding in parts.
High Street / Station Road – Town centre roads with parked cars and pedestrian crossings.
Roundabouts
Golspie Roundabout (A9/B9175 junction) – Take care with lane discipline and signalling.
Station Approach Mini-Roundabout – Watch for parked vehicles and pedestrians.
Landmarks
Golspie Station – Useful for orientation and upcoming junctions.
Golspie Castle – Helps with local navigation cues.
Dunrobin Castle entrance – Be aware of tourist traffic.
Tips to Pass
Keep speed appropriate for narrow or winding roads.
Mirror-signal-manoeuvre on all junctions and roundabouts.
Watch for pedestrians near High Street and tourist spots.
Stay calm and confident; focus on positioning and observation.
Use landmarks as memory cues for turning points or hazards.
Golspie Driving Test Centre Pass Rates
Golspie 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 | – | 44 | 69.8 | 6 |
| 2017/18 | 54 | 43 | 79.6 | 3 |
| 2016/17 | 44 | 34 | 77.3 | 0 |
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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.