1. By car

From M61 J8 take A674 then turn into Rossall Rd; the test‑centre house is opposite the ambulance station (PR6 0AQ).

2. By public transport

• Bus – Stagecoach 125 (Bolton ↔ Preston) stops on Eaves Ln.
• Train – Chorley station is 1 mi west along Market St.

3. Cycling / walking

NCN 55 crosses Moor Rd ½ mi south—hoops at Chorley Interchange.

1. Hartwood Hall roundabout (M61 J8)

• Typical slip‑up – hesitation at the traffic‑light phase leads to stalling under pressure.
• Quick fix – anticipate the green, set bite, and move off the second the car ahead rolls.

2. A581 average‑speed zone (Euxton → Rufford)

• Typical slip‑up – drifting from 50 to 55 mph between camera pairs.
• Quick fix – lock cruise at 48 mph, keep two‑second spacing and avoid overtaking temptations.

3. Euxton 20 mph estates

• Typical slip‑up – missing the terminal signs and being recorded at 28 mph by the local SID.
• Quick fix – drop to 2nd gear at the sign and hold the engine note below 2 k.

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

Chorley’s centre sits on Ackhurst Road with marked bays; speed‑bump exits keep you at 20 mph before the A581.

2. What to Expect on the Day

Bay parking dominates; independent driving often runs the M61 J8 spiral—practice lane discipline.

3. After You Pass

Licence arrives in two weeks; Pass Plus across the Pennine routes is popular.

4. What If You Don’t Pass?

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