1. By car

Unit 20, Newburn Bridge Industrial Estate, TS25 1TZ lies off Mainsforth Terrace. Free but tight parking—arrive ten minutes early.

2. By public transport

• Bus – Stagecoach 1 every 12 mins along Mainsforth Terrace.
• Rail – Hartlepool station 1.1 mi north; walk 20 mins or hop on bus 1.

3. Cycling / walking

NCN Route 14 follows the promenade from Seaton Carew—stands at Seaton Park.

1. Brenda Rd roundabout (A689)

• Typical slip‑up – late lane change after super‑store exit.
• Quick fix – take lane 2 for town centre 200 m back, hold 25 mph, indicate off.

2. York Rd 20 mph zone

• Typical slip‑up – creeping over 20 mph past St Aidan’s school.
• Quick fix – keep in 3rd, glance at repeaters, hold needle beneath 20.

3. Marina lift‑bridge yellow‑box

• Typical slip‑up – stopping in box as barriers drop.
• Quick fix – wait behind line unless exit clear; anticipate closures via VMS board.

1. About Hartlepool Test Centre from a Learner’s View

On Mainsforth Terrace, TS24 8AJ, the centre offers six bays. You pull into a 20‑mph Marina loop, ideal for mirror‑signal‑manoeuvre warm‑ups.

2. What to Expect on the Day

Bay parking leads; parallel parking takes place on Middleton Road if the yard is busy. Independent driving often runs the A179 to the A19—watch cross‑winds on Greatham Viaduct. The long Seaton Carew straight is popular for the emergency stop.

3. After You Pass

Digital pass means the licence lands in 10‑14 days. Book a Pass Plus covering the Tyne Tunnel and A1(M) for big‑road confidence.

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