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Some instructors covering Cropwell Bishop
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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…
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 Nichols is a friendly, experienced Approved Driving Instructor based in Forest Town, Mansfield. He has several years of experience helping local …
Mustafa
Mustafa Iqbal is a professional driving instructor based in Nottingham, running PassWithMus. He's got a real passion for helping learners pass their …
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 Cropwell Bishop
Learning to drive around Cropwell Bishop feels rural and practical. Lessons mix quiet village lanes with short runs onto the A52 towards Nottingham. You will get experience with narrow roads, farm vehicles and the odd busy stretch near Bingham. Local driving is steady, with a short commute to nearby test centres.
Nearest Test Centre: Nottingham (Colwick)
Nottingham (Colwick) is the closest DVSA test centre, about 4.1 miles away. Expect a short drive to the centre, with routes mainly via the A52 and local B roads. Test slots can fill fast, so booking early helps. The centre handles thousands of tests each year.
Data source: DVSA (2024-2025)
Pass Rate Analysis
Nottingham (Colwick) had a pass rate of 40.6%, below the national average of 47.3%. Data source: DVSA 2024-2025. Male candidates at Colwick passed at 45.7% and female candidates passed at 35.8%, Data source: DVSA 2024-2025. Nearby Melton Mowbray shows a higher rate at 49.1%, while Nottingham (Chilwell) was 41.9%, Data source: DVSA 2024-2025.
Local Driving Tips
Get comfortable with narrow, hedged lanes around the village and watch for tractors and farm traffic on quieter roads. When you join the A52 towards Nottingham you will meet faster moving traffic, so practise safe gap judgment. Roundabouts on the A52 near Bingham are common on test routes, so rehearse lane discipline and signalling. Parking near the village hall or shops can be tight, so practise bay and roadside stops close to buildings and parked cars.
Choosing an Instructor in Cropwell Bishop
There are only two instructors listed in the area, so availability can be limited and wait times are possible. Look for an instructor who knows local test routes and the Nottingham (Colwick) car park and approaches. Ask about pass-first-time focus and whether they charge travel time into Cropwell Bishop. Compare lesson lengths and cancellation policies as these affect total cost.
Lesson Costs in Cropwell Bishop
Local lesson prices vary by instructor and by how far they travel to your pickup point. Expect prices to reflect lesson length, weekend availability and whether the instructor needs to come from outside the village.
Getting Started
Apply for your provisional licence and then book your theory test, as you need a theory pass before the practical test. Start lessons with a local instructor to learn the village lanes and A52 approaches, then book your practical test at Nottingham (Colwick) when you and your instructor agree you are ready. Take mock tests and practise independent driving along likely routes near Bingham and the A52.
Frequently Asked Questions
Last reviewed: February 2026
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