1. By car

From the A75 exit for Castle Douglas then turn onto Buchan St; Carlingwark Cottage (DG7 1TH) marks the DVSA office.

2. By public transport

• Bus – Stagecoach routes 500 & 501 link Dumfries and Stranraer, stopping at Market Hill (5‑min walk).
• Train – Nearest rail is Dumfries (18 mi), connect by bus 500 / 501.

3. Cycling / walking

NCN Route 7 skirts Carlingwark Loch—bike hoops outside Tesco.

1. A75 Carlingwark roundabout

• Typical slip‑up – entering too fast and drifting wide.
• Quick fix – brake to 25 mph, look right, steer tight left.

2. King Street parked‑car pinch

• Typical slip‑up – squeezing past vans and clipping mirrors.
• Quick fix – slow to 20 mph, take primary position, wait for gap.

3. Gelston Rd single‑track

• Typical slip‑up – refusing to reverse for oncoming farm traffic.
• Quick fix – choose passing place early, reverse slowly, yield to uphill.

1. About Castle Douglas Test Centre from a Learner’s View

Market Hill estate kerbside start to A75 trunk road.

2. What to Expect on the Day

Parallel parking King Street; A75 independent drive.

3. After You Pass

Licence two weeks; Pass Plus Dumfries bypass.

4. What If You Don’t Pass?

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