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Dorchester

Antelope Walk, Dorchester, DT1 1BE

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Dorchester Route 1

Moderate8.4 km25 min

Dorchester Route 2

Moderate13.3 km28 min

Dorchester Route 3

Moderate8.8 km24 min

Dorchester Route 4

Moderate19.1 km39 min

Dorchester Route 5

Moderate9.4 km25 min

Dorchester Route 6

Moderate10.0 km27 min

Dorchester Route 7

Moderate20.9 km27 min

Dorchester Route 8

Moderate9.7 km26 min

Dorchester Route 9

Moderate11.4 km31 min

Dorchester Route 11

Moderate6.9 km18 min

Dorchester Route 12

Moderate8.8 km25 min

Dorchester Route 13

Moderate12.9 km31 min

Dorchester Route 14

Moderate10.1 km25 min

Dorchester Route 15

Moderate10.5 km25 min

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Antelope Walk, Dorchester, DT1 1BE

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Frequently asked questions

Where is the Dorchester driving test centre?
Dorchester is located at Antelope Walk, Dorchester, DT1 1BE. See the map and "Get directions" button on this page.
What is the pass rate at Dorchester?
Pass-rate data for Dorchester is updated as soon as the DVSA publishes it. See our overall pass-rate ranking on /pass-rates.
How many routes does Driving Routes cover at Dorchester?
14 hand-verified practice routes, each with voice-guided turn-by-turn navigation on web, iPhone, Android, CarPlay and Android Auto.
What route is the examiner most likely to choose at Dorchester?
Examiners pick from a small pool of representative routes. The published routes on this page cover the pool — driving each one at least once in the two weeks before your test is the highest-leverage prep.
What's the test like at Dorchester?
A typical UK practical at Dorchester runs about 40 minutes including ~20 minutes of independent driving and one reversing manoeuvre.
Are the routes the actual roads used by examiners?
Yes. Every route is hand-verified by an approved driving instructor or a recent test-taker. Examiners choose from a pool of representative roads — our published routes cover that pool.
How long is the test at Dorchester?
The UK practical driving test is around 40 minutes including ~20 minutes of independent driving.
What types of test does Dorchester offer?
Standard car tests are offered at every centre. Some centres also offer motorcycle, LGV/CDL and instructor (ADI) tests — see the centre's official listing on the gov.uk site for current availability.
Can I book the test at Dorchester online?
Yes — book at gov.uk/book-driving-test. We've put a step-by-step guide at /book-driving-test.
How much does a test cost at Dorchester?
£62 weekday, £75 evenings/weekends. See /driving-test-cost for the full UK cost breakdown.
What documents do I need on test day at Dorchester?
Provisional licence (photocard) and your theory pass certificate.
What car should I use for the test at Dorchester?
Either your instructor's dual-controlled car or your own roadworthy car. Must have a current MOT and valid insurance.
What manoeuvres are tested at Dorchester?
One of: parallel parking, forward bay, reverse bay, or pull up on the right. About 1 in 3 candidates also gets an emergency stop. See /manoeuvres.
Are there roundabouts on the route at Dorchester?
Yes — most UK routes include roundabouts and mini-roundabouts. See /learn/roundabouts.
Are there motorways or freeways on the route at Dorchester?
Not usually on the standard test. Motorway driving is covered separately via Pass Plus after passing.
What time of day is best to take the test at Dorchester?
Mid-morning (10–11am) tends to balance reduced rush-hour traffic with cleared school-run congestion. Avoid the first slot if you're not a morning person.
What's the busiest road on the route at Dorchester?
The route detail pages on this site list each route's traffic-density rating. Pick the harder routes for your mock test 10 days out.
Can I practise the route myself before the test at Dorchester?
Yes — that's exactly what Driving Routes is built for. Drive each published route at least twice in the two weeks before your test, with voice guidance on the first pass and muted on the second.
What's the most common reason people fail at Dorchester?
Across UK DVSA centres, junction observation is the #1 fail. See /why-people-fail.
What happens if I fail my test at Dorchester?
You must wait 10 working days before rebooking. Use the time to fix the habit identified in the debrief.