Leicester

Complete and detailed guide on how to reach the Life in the UK test centre in Leicester, UK, where you’ll sit your Life in the UK Test for British citizenship or settlement 🌍🇬🇧.  This guide explains how to reach the Leicester Life in the UK Test Centre by car 🚗, bus 🚌, and train 🚆, including parking options 🅿️, how to pay 💳, how to locate the building 🏢, and a Quick Summary (Easy Checklist) at the end 👇

📍 Life in the UK Test Centre – Leicester

📌 Centre Name

PSI Leicester – Life in the UK Test Centre

🏢 Address

5th Floor
60 Charles Street
Leicester,
LE1 1FB,
UK 🇬🇧

➡️ The test room is on the 5th floor of the building at 60 Charles Street, a centrally located office building close to Leicester city centre, shops, and transport links.

✔️ Facilities available:

• Wheelchair access ♿

• Guide dog friendly 🐶

• Lifts to all floors 🛗

📞 Helpful Helpline
Life in the UK Test Support: 0800 015 4245
🕘 Monday–Friday (typically 8:00 am–4:00 pm)

🚗 1. Getting There by Car 🚗

🛣️ Driving Directions

Leicester city centre is well connected via major roads:

• From the M1 → exit at Junction 21 or 21A

• Follow signs for Leicester City Centre

• Join the A594 / St Margaret’s Way

• Continue toward Charles Street

📍 Use LE1 1FB in your satnav or Google Maps for accurate navigation.

➡️ The building is located near the eastern side of the city centre, close to shops and offices.

🅿️ Parking – Where & How 🅿️

There is no on-site parking at the test centre, but several public car parks are very close by.

🅿️ 1. Rutland Street Car Park

📍 Distance: ~150 m (2–3 minute walk)
📍 Location: Rutland Street, Leicester

💷 Typical Charges (approx.):

• 1 hour: ~£2.50–£3.00

• 2 hours: ~£5.00–£6.00

💳 Payment methods:
✔️ Cash
✔️ Debit / credit card
✔️ Contactless
✔️ Mobile parking apps (e.g. RingGo – check signage)

♿ Disabled bays available

🅿️ 2. Queen Street Car Park

📍 Distance: ~300 m (5-minute walk)

💷 Typical Charges (approx.):

• Up to 2 hours: ~£1.40–£2.00

• Longer stays available at higher rates

💳 Payment:
✔️ Cash or card at parking machines

💡 Parking Tips

✔️ City centre parking can fill quickly on weekdays
✔️ Always check signs for payment methods and time limits
✔️ Allow extra time for parking and walking ⏱️

🚌 2. Getting There by Bus 🚌

Leicester has an excellent local bus network, and many services stop very close to the test centre.

🚏 Nearest Bus Stops (All Walkable)

✔️ Charles Street – stops directly on the same road
✔️ Haymarket Bus Station – ~500 m (7–10 min walk)
✔️ Humberstone Gate – short walk away

🚶 From these stops, walk toward Charles Street — the test centre building is clearly visible.

🚌 Bus Planning Tips

✔️ Use Google Maps, Traveline, or local bus apps
✔️ Most Leicester buses accept:

• Contactless card 💳

• Mobile phone payments 📱

• Operator ticket apps

🚆 3. Getting There by Train 🚆

📍 Nearest Station

Leicester Train Station 🚉
➡️ ~650 m away (8–10 minute walk)

🚶 Walking Route from Leicester Train Station

1. Exit the station onto London Road

2. Walk north toward the city centre

3. Continue straight toward Humberstone Gate

4. Turn left onto Charles Street

5. Walk straight — 60 Charles Street will be on your route 🏢

🚌 Train + Bus Option

From outside Leicester Station:
🚌 Take a city centre bus toward Haymarket / Charles Street
➡️ Get off at Charles Street stop
🚶 Walk a short distance to the building

🚆 Train Tips

✔️ Leicester station has direct services from London, Birmingham, Nottingham, and Sheffield
✔️ Walking route is flat, central, and easy to follow

🏢 4. Locating the Test Centre Building 🏢

📍 60 Charles Street is a large, light-coloured multi-storey office building in Leicester city centre.

🧭 How to Identify It

✔️ Look for “60 Charles Street” signage near the entrance
✔️ Enter the building and go through reception/security if required
✔️ Use the lift 🛗 to the 5th floor
✔️ Follow signs for PSI / Life in the UK Test Centre

📌 Nearby Landmarks

✔️ Haymarket Shopping Centre
✔️ Leicester city centre shops
✔️ Humberstone Gate

♿ Accessibility:
Wheelchair access and guide dog facilities are available.

📝 Quick Summary (Easy Checklist) ✔️

📍 Address

PSI Leicester – Life in the UK Test Centre
5th Floor,
60 Charles Street,
Leicester, LE1 1FB 🇬🇧

🚗 By Car

✔️ Use LE1 1FB in GPS 🚗
✔️ Park at Rutland Street Car Park (2–3 min walk) 🅿️
✔️ Or Queen Street Car Park 🅿️
✔️ Pay by cash / card / contactless / app 💳

🚌 By Bus

✔️ Get off at Charles Street or Haymarket Bus Station 🚏
✔️ Walk 5–10 min 🚶
✔️ Contactless payments accepted 💳

🚆 By Train

✔️ Leicester Train Station – 8–10 min walk 🚉
✔️ Or take a city centre bus to Charles Street 🚌

🏢 Finding the Centre

✔️ Look for 60 Charles Street signage 🏢
✔️ Take lift to 5th floor 🛗
✔️ Wheelchair & guide dog friendly ♿🐶

⏱️ Test Day Tips

✔️ Arrive 15–20 minutes early
✔️ Bring valid photo ID used at booking (passport or BRP) 📄
✔️ Allow extra travel time — Leicester city centre can be busy 🚦

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