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Jim
Jim Foster runs Notts Driving School, and he's a fully qualified Grade A instructor with a great reputation in Nottingham. He's been teaching for a w…
Russ
Russ Chaplin is an independent driving instructor based in Nottingham, with over 23 years of experience teaching learners. He's a member of the Drivi…
Debbie
Hi, I'm Debbie Beet. I've been a driving instructor for over 23 years now, and I run Phoenix Driving School here in Nottingham. I offer manual drivin…
Steve
Steve's first-time pass rate is 72%, well above the national average of 47.5%. Based in Nottingham, he's been teaching for over ten years and focuses…
Rob
Rob Nichols is a friendly, experienced Approved Driving Instructor based in Forest Town, Mansfield. He has several years of experience helping local …
George
George is a fully qualified, DVSA-approved driving instructor with over 10 years of experience, offering driving lessons in Nottingham. He teaches in…
Lee
Lee is a friendly driving instructor based in Nottingham, running Alevel Driving School with his colleague Britt. He's been part of this family-run b…
Rob
Rob is a friendly, down-to-earth driving instructor based in Heanor and Langley Mill. He's been teaching for over 20 years and his students really ra…
Shaun
Shaun Murphy runs SLM School of Motoring and teaches in Mansfield and Sutton-in-Ashfield. He uses the Driver Active teaching system developed by John…
Mustafa
Mustafa Iqbal is a professional driving instructor based in Nottingham, running PassWithMus. He's got a real passion for helping learners pass their …
Andy
Andy Wilkinson has been helping learners get on the road since 2002. He is a Grade A DVSA-approved instructor, holds the RoSPA gold driving qualifica…
Hasan
Hasan has been a fully qualified ADI since 2019, helping countless students pass their test in Nottingham. He's got a proven track record of building…
Learning to Drive in Bulwell
Learning to drive in Bulwell means short trips to busy city roads and quiet residential streets. Lessons commonly use Mansfield Road (A60) and the market area for town driving practice. You will quickly get time on arterial routes into Nottingham, so expect a mix of slow traffic and faster stretches. Local instructors know the short run to the test centre at Nottingham (Colwick).
Nearest Test Centre: Nottingham (Colwick)
Nottingham (Colwick) is the nearest DVSA test centre, about 6.2 miles from Bulwell by road. You will meet urban test routes and junctions on the way into Nottingham, with some busy approaches at peak times. The centre reported a 40.6% pass rate (Data source: DVSA, 2024-2025). Expect a steady schedule, as the centre runs many tests each year.
Data source: DVSA (2024-2025)
Pass Rate Analysis
Pass rates at Nottingham (Colwick) sit below the national average of 47.3% (Data source: DVSA, 2024-2025), with a centre rate of 40.6% (Data source: DVSA, 2024-2025). Male candidates at Colwick pass at 45.7% while female candidates pass at 35.8% (Data source: DVSA, 2024-2025). Nearby Chilwell has a slightly higher rate at 41.9% and Ashfield is noticeably higher at 53.9% (Data source: DVSA, 2024-2025). These differences reflect local routes and traffic conditions as much as driver ability.
Local Driving Tips
Practice on Mansfield Road (A60) to get used to faster traffic and lane discipline. Spend time in the Bulwell Market and surrounding residential streets to sharpen slow-speed control and bay parking. Work on roundabout entries and exits, especially where minor roads meet the main A60 junctions. Try lessons at different times of day so you handle peak commuting traffic into Nottingham. Bring your own set of mock test routes with your instructor that mirror trips to Colwick.
Choosing an Instructor in Bulwell
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Getting Started
Apply for your provisional driving licence first, then book and pass the theory test before taking your practical. Find a local instructor and start lessons on both Mansfield Road and quieter residential streets to build confidence. Do mock practical tests with your instructor and then book the practical at Nottingham (Colwick), about 6.2 miles from Bulwell. Keep a log of your lessons and faults so you know when you are ready.
Frequently Asked Questions
Last reviewed: February 2026
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