Blackburn

Complete and detailed guide on how to reach the Blackburn Life in the UK Test Centre 🇬🇧 — including address, how to get there by car, bus, and train 🚗🚌🚆, where to park 🅿️, how to pay for parking 💷, how to locate the building 🏢, and a quick summary checklist at the end 👇.

📍 Test Centre: Address & Overview

📌 Blackburn Life in the UK Test Centre
🏢 Community Training Portal Blackburn (Kings Court)
📍 Kings Court, 33 King Street, Suite 14/15, 2nd Floor, Blackburn, Lancashire, BB2 2DH 🇬🇧
➡️ The entrance is on Old Bank Street, not directly from King Street.

📌 Tips Before You Travel

• Arrive at least 15–20 minutes early before your test.

• Bring the exact ID you booked the test with (otherwise you may not be allowed to sit it).

• Give yourself about 1.5–2 hours total for travel, check-in, and test slot.(GOV.UK)

🚗 1. Getting There by Car (Driving Directions)

🛣️ Driving to the Venue

• The centre is near the western edge of Blackburn town centre, on Old Bank Street just off King Street.

• If coming by motorway:

  • From M65 → take exit towards Blackburn town centre.

  • Follow signs for A666 / A678 towards central Blackburn.

• Use satnav with postcode BB2 2DH for best accuracy.

🅿️ Parking Options Nearby

🚗 On-Street Parking:

• Heaton Street has limited on-street parking right outside the building.
  ⚠️ This can be busy and might not have space on your test day.

📍 King Street Parking:

• A convenient alternative along King Street.

• A 2-hour parking ticket costs around £2.10 — usually enough time to take your test and return to your vehicle.

• Parking machines accept card and cash payments.

💡 Tips for Parking

• If King Street is full, look for council car parks or pay-and-display sites nearby.

• Always check parking signs carefully for time limits, charges, and payment methods on the day.

🚌 2. Reaching by Bus

Blackburn’s local bus network stops very close to the test centre 🚏.

🚌 Nearest Bus Stops

Aim for any of these stops — all within about 5 minutes’ walk of Old Bank Street:
✔️ Harrison Street
✔️ Blackburn College
✔️ Barton Street

🗺️ From the Bus Stop to the Test Centre

• Once you get off at one of the above stops, walk towards Old Bank Street.

• Follow signs or Google Maps guidance to Kings Court entrance.

💡 Bus Payment Options
✔️ Contactless card or mobile payment (where available).
✔️ Some buses allow cash payment onboard — check before boarding.
✔️ Use local apps (e.g., Travel apps for Blackburn) to plan your route and check times.

🚆 3. Reaching by Train

🚉 Blackburn Train Station is the nearest station — about 650 m east of the test centre (~8–10 minutes’ walk).

🚶 Walking from the Train Station

1. Exit the station and head west into Blackburn town centre.

2. Walk along Darwen Street towards King Street.

3. Continue west along King Street until you reach Old Bank Street.

4. Turn onto Old Bank Street to find Kings Court (the test venue entrance).

💡 Train Tips

• Trains to Blackburn connect from Manchester, Preston, and other nearby cities.

• Check the National Rail website/app for live times and platform details.

🏢 4. Locating the Test Centre Building

🎯 The test centre is inside Kings Court, on the 2nd Floor (Suite 14/15) — reached via the main entrance on Old Bank Street.

🔎 Finding the Entrance

• Coming from Old Bank Street, look for the Kings Court sign.

• If approaching from King Street, you’ll see Sama Restaurant signage — the building entrance is around the corner on Old Bank Street.

📍 Inside the Building

• Use the lift (elevator) to reach the 2nd floor.

• Follow any directional signs to Suite 14/15 where the Life in the UK test is held.

📌 Tips Before You Arrive

✔️ Leave extra time to find the correct entrance — buildings with multiple businesses can be confusing.
✔️ Wear comfortable shoes — you may have a short walk from parking or bus stop.
✔️ Have your booking confirmation and ID ready before entering.

📝 Quick Summary (Easy Checklist) ✔️

📍 Address:
Community Training Portal Blackburn (Kings Court)
33 King Street, Suite 14/15, 2nd Floor, Blackburn, Lancs, BB2 2DH 🇬🇧
➡️ Entrance on Old Bank Street.

⏱️ Before You Go
✔️ Arrive 15–20 min early
✔️ Bring ID used in booking
✔️ Plan travel (bus/train/car)

🚗 If Driving
✔️ Use postcode BB2 2DH
✔️ Heaton Street on-street parking (limited)
✔️ King Street parking (~£2.10 for 2 hrs)
✔️ Pay by card or cash at machines

🚌 If Taking Bus
✔️ Aim for Harrison St / Blackburn College / Barton St stops
✔️ Walk ~5 mins to Old Bank Street

🚆 If Taking Train
✔️ Train to Blackburn Station
✔️ ~8–10 mins walk via Darwen St → King St → Old Bank St

🏢 At the Venue
✔️ Enter through Old Bank Street entrance
✔️ Take lift to 2nd floor — Suite 14/15