Life in the UK Test Centre: Maidstone
Address
114 Kestrel House,
First Floor,
Knightrider Street,
Maidstone,
Kent,
ME15 6LU
The test area is on the first floor of Kestrel House, a modern, light orange-bricked building with clear signage upon arrival. Convenient for those taking the Life in the UK Test.
Facilities
Parking available
Wheelchair Access
Lifts
Directions
Car
Maidstone's Life in the UK Test centre is located in Kestrel House, situated on Knightrider Court, just south of the town centre. The venue is easily accessible via the M20 motorway and local roads including the A249, A229, and A20.
Driving Directions
From the M20, you can take exit 6 or 7 and follow the A229 or A249 respectively towards Maidstone town centre. Turn onto Knightrider Street and you will find Kestrel House adjacent to it, on Knightrider Court.
Parking Options
On-Site Parking: Ample parking is available at Kestrel House, making it unlikely you'll need to use local car parks.
Alternative Parking: Should you need additional options, you can refer to the relevant Parkopedia page.
Bus
Multiple bus routes operate near the test site. Aim for one of these recommended bus stops for convenience:
Lower Stone Street
College Avenue
Crompton Gardens
All these stops are within a six-minute walk of the venue. Additionally, Maidstone Bus Station is just 500m north of Kestrel House. For a personalised journey plan, consult the bus lines section on the provided link.
Train
Maidstone is served by several train stations, with Maidstone West being the closest to the test venue.
Directions
The station is about 1km west of Kestrel House. Unfortunately, there are no suitable connecting bus services.
If walking, go east on Hart Street and Barker Road, cross the River Medway, continue east on Old College Horseway, and then merge onto Knightrider Street. Finally, make your way to Knightrider Court where Kestrel House is located. This should take around ten minutes.
For live departure and arrival information, station facilities, and accessibility details, visit the South Eastern Railway website.
By following these guidelines, you should have a straightforward journey to the Maidstone Life in the UK Test centre, regardless of your chosen mode of transportation. Best of luck with your test!