South Shields Practical Test Centre

South Shields does not have a practical test centre, so the nearest option for learners is in Sunderland, located on North Hylton Road within the Industrial Estate.

Many learners choose this centre to take their driving test, often aiming to pass on their first attempt.

This page provides comprehensive information about the Sunderland Practical Test Centre, designed to help you succeed in your driving test.

Practical Test Centre Address:

River Bank Road,

North Hylton Road Industrial Estate,

Sunderland,

SR5 3JJ

Toilets: Male, female and disabled toilets are available at the building.

Disabled Access: You can get into the test centre in a wheelchair.

Parking: Car parking spaces are available in the building.

Additional Notes:

Tests Provided:  car, ADI part 2 + 3

How To Get To South Shields Practical Test Centre

If you have a driving test appointment, you must make your way to the South Shields Practical Test Centre on your own. Make sure to have a family member who has a license for 3 years to drive you to the centre especially if you’re planning to bring your vehicle to test.

When travelling to the South Shields Practical Test Centre, you would be required to take the SBedesway. If you come from the west, you will need to turn right onto the Bede Industrial Estate. Then, the test centre is located near the F G Trailers Ltd.

Not Your Local Test Centre?

If you won’t take the driving test at South Shields, you may find it useful to look at other test centres, there are nearby practical centres, such as: 

Gateshead

Gosforth

Gateshead

Useful Resources

We have plenty of useful resources that will surely be helpful to you in order to pass your practical driving test. Just click the links below!

YouTube Practical Lesson Videos To Help You Pass Your Test!