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Nigel
Nigel Morse is a friendly, experienced driving instructor based in Cirencester, Gloucestershire. He is CRB checked, ADI qualified and DSA approved, a…
Dale
Dale is a friendly carriage driving instructor based in the beautiful Cotswolds, offering a relaxed and memorable experience for learners of all leve…
Learning to Drive in Cirencester
Learning to drive in Cirencester mixes quiet country lanes with a busy town centre. Lessons here often include stretches on the A429 and routes toward the A417, so you get a mix of single-carriageway and town driving. Local streets can be narrow and there are regular market days that affect parking and traffic. It suits learners who want early experience of rural junctions as well as town manoeuvres.
Nearest Test Centre: Swindon
The nearest DVSA test centre is in Swindon, about 11.2 miles away, usually a 20 to 35 minute drive depending on traffic. Expect a mix of suburban and dual carriageway routes on tests from Swindon. If you prefer a different route you can also consider Cheltenham, around 13.7 miles away. Travel time and parking for the test will affect how early you need to set off on test day.
Data source: DVSA (2024-2025)
Pass Rate Analysis
Swindon test centre has a pass rate of 47.2%, Data source: DVSA (2024-2025). That sits almost level with the national average of 47.3%, Data source: DVSA (2024-2025). Male candidates at Swindon pass at 50.8% while female candidates pass at 43.8%, Data source: DVSA (2024-2025). Cheltenham nearby shows a higher pass rate of 51.3%, Data source: DVSA (2024-2025).
Local Driving Tips
Get used to the A429 through town, it carries most of the local traffic and has several tight junctions. Practice right turns and roundabout exits on the Cirencester ring-road and nearby mini-roundabouts, as they are common on test routes. Watch out for parked vehicles in the Market Place and for pedestrians near the town centre shops. Spend time on rural lanes toward Stratton and Siddington to learn hazard perception at bends and narrow sections. Plan lessons that include the run to Swindon so you are comfortable with dual carriageway driving and merging.
Choosing an Instructor in Cirencester
There are only three driving instructors listed in Cirencester, so availability can be limited. Look for an instructor who offers local test-route practice and mock tests at Swindon. Expect to pay around the local average, and check whether they include driving to the test centre in lesson time. Ask about pass rates and recent test route experience.
Lesson Costs in Cirencester
The average lesson price in the area is 38 per hour. Costs vary with instructor experience, lesson length, and whether you book block sessions or weekend slots.
Getting Started
Apply for a provisional licence before you start lessons, then book your theory test once you feel ready. Book lessons with a local instructor and include sessions on the A429 and trips toward Swindon. When your instructor thinks you are ready, arrange the practical test at Swindon or Cheltenham depending on availability.
Frequently Asked Questions
Last reviewed: February 2026
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