Brighton

Complete step-by-step guide on how to reach the MTS Brighton — the Brighton Life in the UK Test Centre 🇬🇧 — including where it is, how to get there by car 🚗, bus 🚌, and train 🚆, parking 🅿️, how to find the building 🏢, and a Quick Summary Checklist ✔️ at the end 👇.

📌 Test Centre Details

Test Centre Name: MTS Brighton – Life in the UK Test Centre
📍 Address: Vantage Point, 7th Floor, New Road, Brighton, BN1 4GW 🇬🇧
➡️ Located in the north end of the city, the test room is on the 7th floor.

🚗 1. Getting There by Car

📍 Directions

• Brighton is on the south coast — the main roads in are:

  • A23 from the north

  • A27 from the east or west

• Follow signs to Brighton city centre → then to New England Road (near the junction with New England Street). The building has a large “Vantage Point” sign visible when approaching.

🅿️ Parking Near the Test Centre

🅿️ On-Site Parking

✔️ There is on-site parking available at the Vantage Point building itself.
💷 Cost: ~£1.70 per hour (approx).
📱 You can pay by cash or use the JustPark app/service to pay securely.

📍 Alternative Nearby Parking Options

If on-site parking is full or you prefer a nearby car park:

• Churchill Square Car Park – ~7 mins walk, often cheaper for longer stays

• Other surface car parks near Church Street / North Laine areas are a short walk away and can be cheaper too (especially if you combine buses + walking).

💡 Tips for Parking

• Brighton city centre can get busy — leave extra time on test day 📅

• Always read parking signs carefully to avoid fines 📛

🚌 2. Reaching by Bus

Brighton has a good local bus network with many stops near the test centre:

🚏 Best Bus Stops Nearby (within ~5 mins walk)

✔️ New England Street
✔️ York Grove
✔️ Preston Circus
✔️ Fleet Street

All these are very close to Vantage Point — typically a short walk of 3–5 minutes to the building.

🚌 Bus Travel Tips

✅ Plan routes with apps like Moovit or Traveline to know which buses go to the above stops.
✅ Most buses accept contactless payment (card / mobile tap).
✅ Some services require tickets bought before travel — check driver/route info.

🚆 3. Reaching by Train

🚉 Closest Train Station

Brighton Train Station is the nearest — about 500 m (6–8 min walk) to the test centre.

📍 Walking from the Station:

1. Head north along A720 / Queens Road

2. Continue onto Fleet Street

3. Turn right onto New England Street

4. Then right again onto New England Road — you’ll see Vantage Point on your right.

🚆 Train Travel Tips

• Brighton station has direct services from London, Gatwick, and other major UK cities.

• Once you exit the station, just follow signs to city centre — it’s an easy, flat walk 👣.

🏢 4. Finding the Building

✔️ Vantage Point is a distinctive brown-brick building at the corner of New England Street & New England Road.
✔️ Look for the large “Vantage Point” sign and the entrance next to Rayment Cycles bike store.
✔️ Once inside, take the lift to the 7th floor for your test room.

💡 Insider Tips

• On arrival, let yourself get there 15 min early to find the correct floor and seat without rushing.

• There are lifts and wheelchair access for convenience if needed.

💷 5. Paying Parking & Other Travel Costs

🚗 Parking Payment

✔️ Cash — pay at machines if available
✔️ JustPark app — enter your space details & pay by phone
✔️ Always check time limits and signage on the day

🚌 Bus Payment

✔️ Contactless (tap card / phone) on most buses
✔️ Some routes may use pre-purchase tickets — check with the driver or local operator

🚆 Train Payment

✔️ Buy tickets online beforehand or at station kiosks
✔️ Contactless may be accepted on some regional services depending on operator

📝 Quick Summary (Easy Checklist) ✔️

📍 Address:
Vantage Point, 7th Floor, New Rd, Brighton, BN1 4GW 🇬🇧 – MTS Brighton
➡️ Entrance next to Rayment Cycles, follow signs to Vantage Point.

⏰ Before You Go
✔️ Arrive 15–20 min early ⏱️
✔️ Bring correct ID used when booking 📄
✔️ Check traffic & bus/train times 🚦

🚗 If Driving
✔️ Use satnav to New England Road
✔️ Park onsite (£1.70/hr) or nearby car parks 🅿️
✔️ Pay by cash or JustPark app

🚌 If Taking Bus
✔️ Get off at New England Street, York Grove, Preston Circus, or Fleet Street 🚏
✔️ Walk ~3–5 mins to Vantage Point 🚶

🚆 If Taking Train
✔️ Arrive at Brighton Train Station 🚉
✔️ Walk north to New England Road (~6–8 mins) 🚶

🏢 Finding the Centre
✔️ Look for Vantage Point sign
✔️ Take lift to 7th floor for the Life in the UK test 🛗