--- title: "Workington Driving Test Centre | Cumbria | 56.6% Pass Rate" description: "Workington driving test centre in Cumbria — 56.6% pass rate, address, opening hours, and how to find earlier driving test cancellations." lang: en-GB json-ld: | [ { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "Organization", "name": "Driving Test Cancellations", "url": "https://www.drivingtestcancellations.com", "logo": "https://www.drivingtestcancellations.com/favicon.png", "sameAs": [] }, { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "WebSite", "name": "Driving Test Cancellations", "url": "https://www.drivingtestcancellations.com", "potentialAction": { "@type": "SearchAction", "target": "https://www.drivingtestcancellations.com/blog?q={search_term_string}", "query-input": "required name=search_term_string" } }, { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "BreadcrumbList", "itemListElement": [ { "@type": "ListItem", "position": 1, "name": "Home", "item": "https://www.drivingtestcancellations.com/" }, { "@type": "ListItem", "position": 2, "name": "Test Centres", "item": "https://www.drivingtestcancellations.com/test-centres" }, { "@type": "ListItem", "position": 3, "name": "Cumbria", "item": "https://www.drivingtestcancellations.com/test-centres/cumbria" }, { "@type": "ListItem", "position": 4, "name": "Workington" } ] }, [ { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "GovernmentOffice", "name": "Workington Driving Test Centre", "url": "https://www.drivingtestcancellations.com/test-centres/cumbria/workington", "address": { "@type": "PostalAddress", "streetAddress": "Unit 10-11, Moss Bay House, 40 Peart Road, Derwent Howe Industrial Estate, Workington, Cumbria", "postalCode": "CA14 3YT", "addressCountry": "GB" }, "geo": { "@type": "GeoCoordinates", "latitude": 54.642, "longitude": -3.543 } }, { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "FAQPage", "mainEntity": [ { "@type": "Question", "name": "How early should I arrive at this test centre?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Arrive at Workington Driving Test Centre approximately 10-15 minutes before your scheduled test time. This allows sufficient time for parking, checking in, and preparing yourself for the examination without feeling rushed." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "How long does the practical test take here?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "The practical driving test at Workington typically lasts for around 40 minutes. This includes various road conditions, independent driving, and a manoeuvre, alongside the examiner's assessment." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Can a driving instructor sit in on the test?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Yes, your driving instructor can accompany you on your practical test at Workington. 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Workington # Workington Test Centre Driving test cancellations, pass rates and key info in Cumbria. ## Quick facts - Unit 10-11, Moss Bay House, 40 Peart Road, Derwent Howe Industrial Estate, Workington, Cumbria, CA14 3YT - Pass rate: **56.6%** (2024-25) - County: **Cumbria** [View larger map on OpenStreetMap →](https://www.openstreetmap.org/?mlat=54.642&mlon=-3.543#map=15/54.642/-3.543) ## About Workington Test Centre Workington Driving Test Centre is located in the coastal town of Workington, Cumbria. Positioned at Derwent Howe Enterprise Centre, Northside, it offers a varied driving environment encompassing urban and semi-rural roads. Test routes frequently include negotiation of roundabouts like those found on the A596 and A66, often requiring precise observation and signalling. Tight residential streets, alongside open stretches of road, will assess a learner's ability to adapt their driving to different speed limits and conditions. The area's proximity to the Cumbrian coastline also means candidates may encounter diverse weather conditions, impacting visibility and road surfaces. With a pass rate typically around the national average, Workington presents a fair and comprehensive test of driving skill. Preparing for a range of scenarios, from bustling town traffic to quieter suburban areas, is key to success. ## Driving Test Cancellations at Workington For those seeking an earlier test date at Workington Driving Test Centre, cancellations can be a viable option. Learners should be aware that test slots become available unpredictably. While manual checking of the DVSA website is possible, it is often time-consuming and can result in missed opportunities. Find Me A Driving Test offers a continuous 24/7 scanning service for cancellation appointments at Workington, alerting users as soon as a suitable slot arises. This significantly increases the chances of securing an earlier test, allowing candidates to take their practical exam sooner. [Get cancellation alerts for Workington](/signup) ## Pass rate trend at Workington ### Pass rate over time Annual pass rate at Workington, from 2007-08 to 2024-25 (DVSA data). Between 2007-08 and 2024-25, the pass rate at Workington has declined, moving from 54% to 48.3% (down 5.7 percentage points). It peaked at 60.4% in 2020-21 and was lowest at 48.3% in 2024-25, with a long-run average of 53.6%. Pass rates vary year-to-year due to changes in test demand, examiner availability, candidate readiness and local route difficulty — these figures are taken directly from DVSA's published statistics. ### Year-by-year pass rate Year Pass rate 2024-25 48.3% 2023-24 54.6% 2022-23 57.7% 2021-22 57.2% 2020-21 60.4% 2019-20 50.4% 2018-19 50.6% 2017-18 51.1% 2016-17 55.6% 2015-16 54% 2014-15 53.8% 2013-14 54.8% 2012-13 53.6% 2011-12 51.4% 2010-11 50.9% 2009-10 52.6% 2008-09 52.9% 2007-08 54% ## Frequently asked questions ### How early should I arrive at this test centre? ### How long does the practical test take here? ### Can a driving instructor sit in on the test? ### How do I cancel or reschedule my test at this centre? ### How soon can I rebook if I fail? ### Can I change my test to this centre after booking? ## You can move your test to these test centres From 9 June 2026, the DVSA only lets you move a booked test from **Workington** to one of the centres below. These are the official rebooking options for this centre. - [ Carlisle 47.9 km away ](/test-centres/uk/carlisle) - [ Kendal (Oxenholme Road) 62.2 km away ](/test-centres/uk/kendal-oxenholme-road) Driving Test Cancellations Helping learner drivers across the UK find earlier test dates. Site [Home](/)[How It Works](/how-it-works)[Pricing](/pricing)[ADI](/adi)[FAQ](/faq)[About Us](/about-us)[Blog](/blog)[Contact Us](/contact-us) Resources [Learner Driver Centre](/learner-driver-centre)[Theory Test](/book-a-theory-test)[Theory Mock Test](/theory-test)[UK Test Centres](/test-centres)[My Account](/login)[Register](/signup) Legal [Privacy Policy](/privacy-policy)[Terms of Service](/terms-of-service)[Refund Policy](/refund-policy)[Cancellation Policy](/cancellation-policy) © 2026 Driving Test Cancellations. All rights reserved.