Kendal Driving Test Centre
If you're learning to drive in Kendal, Oxenholme, Windermere, Ambleside, or the surrounding areas, your practical driving test will be at the Kendal Driving Test Centre. Knowing what to expect on test day can make a huge difference, and at Progression Driving School, we ensure you’re fully prepared for the roads and challenges around Kendal.
With expert local knowledge of Kendal’s roads and test routes, we’ll help you feel confident and fully prepared for your driving test
Everything You Need to Know
What to Expect on Your Driving Test in Kendal:
Your practical driving test in Kendal will last around 40 minutes, during which an examiner will assess your ability to drive safely and confidently in various road conditions. The test usually includes:
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A mix of urban and rural roads – You may drive through Kendal’s town centre as well as country roads towards Oxenholme or Burneside.
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Roundabouts and junctions – Kendal has several key roundabouts, including Plumgarths Roundabout (A591)and other busy intersections.
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One of the set manoeuvres – This could be parallel parking, bay parking, pulling up on the right, or reversing around a corner.
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Independent driving – Following either sat-nav directions or road signs for around 20 minutes.
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Emergency stop (1 in 3 tests) – You may be asked to perform an emergency stop to demonstrate your control.
Kendal Test Centre Driving Routes:
Although DVSA test routes aren’t published, we know from experience that the Kendal Driving Test Centre often includes:
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Busy town roads around Stricklandgate and Highgate.
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Residential areas where you may need to demonstrate low-speed manoeuvres.
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Rural roads towards Burneside, Oxenholme, or Natland, with blind bends and sharp corners.
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Faster roads like the A6 and A591, testing your ability to join and manage traffic flow safely.
Practicing these roads will give you the best chance of feeling confident and test-ready.
How to Prepare for Your Kendal Driving Test:
At Progression Driving School, we ensure our learners are familiar with Kendal’s road layouts, test routes, and potential tricky areas. Here’s how you can prepare:
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Book lessons focused on test routes – We’ll practice roundabouts, one-way streets, and rural roads to get you comfortable with all road types.
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Take a mock driving test – Simulating the real test experience can help ease nerves and improve your performance.
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Be comfortable with manoeuvres – Ensure you’re confident with parking, reversing, and independent driving.
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Drive in different conditions – We recommend practicing in peak traffic, quiet periods, and different weather conditions to prepare for anything.
Book Your Driving Test in Kendal:
To book your practical driving test at Kendal Driving Test Centre you’ll need:
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Your provisional driving licence number
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A valid payment method
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Your driving instructor’s ADI number (optional, but helpful)
Where Is the Kendal Driving Test Centre?
DVSA Driving Test Centre, LDNPA, Murley Moss, Oxenholme Rd, Kendal LA9 7RL
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