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Some instructors covering Cuckfield
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Roly
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 …
Kate
Kate is a friendly, experienced DSA Approved Driving Instructor based in Rusper. She covers Horsham, Broadbridge Heath, Slinfold and Warnham. Calm, p…
Nick
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…
Jerry
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…
Giles
Giles Blanch runs GB Driving, a friendly driving school based in Crawley. He's a patient, knowledgeable and highly experienced instructor who's been …
Laurence
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…
Mark
Mark Brewster is a fully qualified Approved Driving Instructor running his own independent LDC driving school. He's been specially trained by LDC in …
Mark
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…
David
David Shoare is a friendly driving instructor based in Horsham, offering lessons across West Sussex. He's been teaching for years, with a background …
Steven
Steven's an independent Approved Driving Instructor based in Broadbridge Heath, covering Horsham and the surrounding areas. He's also an Accredited a…
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.
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
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