1. By car

Tests start from Lairg Fire Station, Main Street IV27 4DB. Approach via the A836 and turn into the forecourt; on‑street lay‑bys opposite.

2. By public transport

• Rail – Lairg station on the Far North Line is a 12‑minute walk via Station Road.
• Bus – Stagecoach X99 Thurso ↔ Inverness three times daily; alight at Lairg Post Office, two minutes from the fire station.

3. Cycling / walking

The Far North Way (ex‑NCN 1) runs through the village—lock bikes outside the community centre overlooking Little Loch Shin.

1. A836/A839 staggered crossroads

• Typical slip‑up – mis‑judging gaps onto the fast trunk road.
• Quick fix – wait for a clear five‑second gap in both directions and accelerate positively.

2. Level‑crossing lights (Main St)

• Typical slip‑up – stopping on the yellow‑box when barriers descend.
• Quick fix – wait behind the stop line unless the exit is clear; watch for flashing amber lights.

3. 20 mph pilot zone through village

• Typical slip‑up – drifting to 24 mph on the downhill past the school.
• Quick fix – select 3rd gear, feather brake and keep speed at 18–19 mph.

1. About Lairg Test Centre from a Learner’s View

The Highlands’ quietest centre meets learners outside the Fire Station on Main Street, IV27 4DB. There are no learner bays; starts are kerbside beside forestry wagons heading to the A836. A calming loop around Loch Shin viewpoint helps steady breathing before sign‑in.

2. What to Expect on the Day

Parallel parking on Church Hill is frequent. Independent driving often follows the single‑track A839 toward Rogart then loops back via the B864—passing‑places and sheep demand anticipation. Examiners use the long straight south of Invershin Bridge for the emergency stop and watch mirrors on the tight bend by the Station Hotel.

3. After You Pass

Digital pass upload gets your photocard in around ten days. Pass Plus over the NC500 stretch to Durness and the A9 Dornoch Firth Bridge covers both single‑track and dual‑carriageways.

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