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10
Avg Price
£41/hr
Nearest Test Centre
Burgess Hill (3.5 mi)
Test Centre Pass Rate
45.1%
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There are 10 driving instructors in Cuckfield. Prices range from £35.00 to £44.00 per hour. The average rating is 5 stars from 5 reviews.

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£41/hr
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DVSA
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Our Cuckfield instructors offer a range of services including manual and automatic lessons, intensive courses, and flexible scheduling to fit around your commitments. Compare prices, read genuine student reviews, and find an instructor who matches your needs and budget.
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Roly Annett
9.4 mi

Roly

Horsham
5.0
4 reviews
Manual & Auto 60 min Evenings + Weekends

Roly Annett has helped over 400 students pass their driving test, many on their first attempt. Based in Horsham and covering Crawley, he's known for …

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Kate
9.4 mi

Kate

Horsham
5.0
1 review
Manual 60 min Evenings + Weekends

Kate is a friendly, experienced DSA Approved Driving Instructor based in Rusper. She covers Horsham, Broadbridge Heath, Slinfold and Warnham. Calm, p…

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Nick Wilcox
1.2 mi

Nick

Haywards Heath
Manual 60 min Evenings + Weekends

Hi, I'm Nick Wilcox. I've been an approved driving instructor for over 35 years, and I run COOL Driving, which I started back in 2007. I'm based in H…

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JG
7.9 mi

Jerry

Crawley
Manual 120 min

Hi, I'm Jerry Gravell. I'm a DVSA approved driving instructor based in Maidenbower, Crawley, and I've been teaching people to drive around here for a…

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Giles Blanch
7.9 mi

Giles

Crawley
Manual 60 min Evenings + Weekends

Giles Blanch runs GB Driving, a friendly driving school based in Crawley. He's a patient, knowledgeable and highly experienced instructor who's been …

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Laurence
7.9 mi

Laurence

Crawley
Manual 60 min Evenings + Weekends

Hi, I'm Laurence. I've been an approved driving instructor since 2012, and I've taught all sorts of learners around Crawley. Over the years, I've pic…

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Mark Brewster
7.9 mi

Mark

Crawley
Manual 90 min Weekends

Mark Brewster is a fully qualified Approved Driving Instructor running his own independent LDC driving school. He's been specially trained by LDC in …

Intensive
£44 /hour
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Mark Rudderham
9.6 mi

Mark

Horsham
Manual 60 min Evenings + Weekends
Ford Fiesta

Mark Rudderham is a friendly, patient driving instructor who runs Top Marks Driving School. He's a Grade A instructor with over 30 years of experienc…

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David Shoare
9.6 mi

David

Horsham
Manual 60 min Evenings + Weekends

David Shoare is a friendly driving instructor based in Horsham, offering lessons across West Sussex. He's been teaching for years, with a background …

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£43 /hour
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9.6 mi

Steven

Horsham
Manual 60 min

Steven's an independent Approved Driving Instructor based in Broadbridge Heath, covering Horsham and the surrounding areas. He's also an Accredited a…

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Learning to Drive in Cuckfield

Learning to drive in Cuckfield feels village‑scale and practical. Lessons tend to focus on narrow lanes and short trips into nearby towns. Most learners travel to Burgess Hill or Crawley for their test. With only three local instructors, you often get one-to-one attention from someone who knows the local traffic patterns.

Nearest Test Centre: Burgess Hill

Burgess Hill test centre is the closest, about 3.5 miles from Cuckfield. Expect town centre junctions, roundabouts and some short dual carriageway sections on test routes. The centre recorded a 45.1% pass rate and ran 1,872 tests in the period. Data source: DVSA 2024-2025.

45.1%
Overall Pass Rate
48.4%
Male Pass Rate
41.3%
Female Pass Rate
3.5 mi
Distance

Data source: DVSA (2024-2025)

Pass Rate Analysis

Burgess Hill's pass rate is 45.1% compared with the national average of 47.3%. Data source: DVSA 2024-2025. Male candidates passed at 48.4% while female candidates passed at 41.3% at Burgess Hill. Data source: DVSA 2024-2025. Nearby Crawley and Brighton recorded 42.1% and 44.4% respectively, which keeps local pass rates close to each other. Data source: DVSA 2024-2025.

Local Driving Tips

Practice the short runs between Cuckfield and Burgess Hill so you know the likely test approach roads. Work on hill starts and reversing into bays, as village lanes and tight parking crops up on lessons. Spend time on roundabouts and lane discipline near the test centre, since those features show up on routes. Drive at different times of day to get used to quieter lanes and busier commuter periods.

Choosing an Instructor in Cuckfield

Only three instructors are listed locally, so book early to get regular slots. Expect to pay around £42 per hour on average in this area. Ask if the instructor takes pupils on routes towards Burgess Hill test centre and if they offer mock tests. Check for ADI registration and local pupil feedback before you commit.

Lesson Costs in Cuckfield

Average lesson price in Cuckfield is about a342 per hour. Lesson cost varies with instructor experience, lesson length and whether you book single sessions or block packages.

Getting Started

Apply for a provisional licence and then book your theory test while you start lessons. Build up hours with a local instructor who knows Burgess Hill routes. When your instructor and you agree you are ready, book the practical test at Burgess Hill or another nearby centre. Data source for local test centre: DVSA 2024-2025.

Frequently Asked Questions

Last reviewed: February 2026

The nearest centre is Burgess Hill, about 3.5 miles from Cuckfield.
Burgess Hill recorded a 45.1% pass rate.
There are three instructors listed in the Cuckfield area.
Average lessons cost about a342 per hour locally.
Burgess Hill's pass rate is 45.1%, while the national average is 47.3%.
Yes, male candidates at Burgess Hill passed at 48.4% and female candidates at 41.3%.
Burgess Hill recorded 1,872 tests in the reported period.
Start lessons in Cuckfield to get comfortable with lane discipline and parking.
Crawley and Brighton are the nearest alternatives, at about 6.3 and 12.1 miles away respectively.
Driving lesson prices vary by location and instructor, typically ranging from £30 to £45 per hour.
Most learners need between 40 to 50 hours of professional tuition, plus around 20 hours of private practice.
If you pass in an automatic, you can only drive automatic cars.
You can book your practical driving test online through the DVSA website or by calling their booking line.
Look for a fully qualified ADI (Approved Driving Instructor) with good reviews.
Most instructors prefer to use their own dual-controlled vehicles for safety reasons.

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