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Some instructors covering Appleton Roebuck
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Linda
Linda's been a driving instructor in York for 18 years. She's all about making learning to drive straightforward and enjoyable, while still getting y…
Mick
Mick Howell is a friendly, experienced driving instructor based in York and Scarborough. He's been teaching for years and has helped over 900 people …
Alastair
Alastair Bradley is a professional driving instructor based in York, specialising in automatic driving lessons. He's got extensive experience working…
Anne
Anne Dransfield is a Grade A independent driving instructor based in north York. She's been a DVSA Approved Driving Instructor for nine years, and be…
Martin
Ellis is a Grade A Approved Driving Instructor (ADI) based in York, offering friendly, relaxed and professional driving lessons. Lessons are calm and…
Andy
Andy Inkster is a fully qualified ADI running his own independent LDC driving school in York. He's been specially trained by LDC in their LD System a…
Christie
Christie Lee is a friendly female driving instructor based in Selby. She's calm, patient and really good at putting nervous learners at ease. Christi…
Samantha
Hi, I'm Samantha Young. I'm a fully qualified female Government Approved Driving Instructor running my own independent LDC driving school business. I…
Harriet
Harriet Edwards is a friendly, patient driving instructor based in Selby. She's a female instructor licensed by the DVSA and operates under the LDC d…
Jamie
Hi, I'm Jamie Feaviour. I'm a fully qualified Government Approved Driving Instructor running my own LDC driving school in Wetherby. I've been special…
Learning to Drive in Appleton Roebuck
Appleton Roebuck sits in Yorkshire with a village feel and quiet roads that suit early learners. Traffic is lighter than in nearby York, so first lessons often focus on basic control and junctions. You will still need to practise on busier roads before your test. Local instructors know the short runs to the nearest test centre and regional routes.
Nearest Test Centre: Walton LGV
The nearest DVSA test centre is Walton LGV, about 6 miles from Appleton Roebuck. Walton LGV records a 55.4% pass rate (Data source: DVSA, 2024-2025) and handles around 1,221 tests a year. Expect a formal test centre setting, booked slots, and the usual ID and vehicle checks on the day. If a slot is not available at Walton you can travel to York which is about 10.2 miles away or Leeds (Fearnville) about 13 miles away.
Data source: DVSA (2024-2025)
Pass Rate Analysis
Walton LGV has a 55.4% pass rate, higher than the national average of 47.3% (Data source: DVSA, 2024-2025). Male and female pass rates at Walton are 55.3% and 55.8% respectively (Data source: DVSA, 2024-2025). That suggests local candidates at Walton are doing better than the national average on the practical test. The number of tests per year at Walton, 1,221, means a steady turnover of test experience at that centre (Data source: DVSA, 2024-2025).
Local Driving Tips
Start lessons on the quieter village streets so you build clutch and steering control without pressure. Watch for farm vehicles and tractors on narrow lanes, they need extra room and time. Practise pulling out from minor junctions and give way at narrow bridges or bends. Do some dual-carriageway and roundabout practice in York before the test to gain confidence on faster, busier roads. Park sensibly on the high street and practise reversing into tight spots, as local parking can be narrow.
Choosing an Instructor in Appleton Roebuck
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Getting Started
Apply for your provisional licence first, then book and pass the theory test before you book a practical test. Start lessons with a local instructor to build basic skills on quiet roads, and add faster roads when you are ready. When you book your practical test aim for Walton LGV if you can, as it is only about 6 miles away and runs a steady number of tests each year (Data source: DVSA, 2024-2025). Keep ID and your provisional licence ready for each test and lesson.
Frequently Asked Questions
Last reviewed: February 2026
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