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7
Avg Price
£39/hr
Nearest Test Centre
Warrington (4.1 mi)
Test Centre Pass Rate
50.6%
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There are 7 driving instructors in Daresbury. Prices range from £36.00 to £40.00 per hour. The average rating is 4.6 stars from 11 reviews.

7
Instructors
£39/hr
Avg Price
4.6 / 5
11 Reviews
DVSA
Approved ADIs
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Kerry Heald
3.7 mi

Kerry

Warrington
5.0
3 reviews
Manual & Auto 120 min Evenings + Weekends
Volkswagen T-Roc R Line 2.0 TDI

Kerry runs Kerry's Driver Training, a professional driving school based in Warrington. She's a former university graduate and corporate training offi…

Nervous Drivers Refresher Motorway Pass Plus
£40 /hour
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Graham Jones
3.6 mi

Graham

Warrington
4.7
7 reviews
Manual 60 min Evenings + Weekends

Graham Jones is a fully qualified Government Approved Driving Instructor (ADI) based in Warrington, with a strong background in public service and tr…

Nervous Drivers Refresher Intensive Motorway +1
£40 /hour
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SW
9 mi

Steve

St. Helens
4.0
1 review
Manual 60 min
Renault Capture

Steve Wynn is a driving instructor in St Helens with a really interesting background. He spent years in the fire service before retiring and moving i…

Nervous Drivers
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Matt
3.7 mi

Matt

Warrington
Manual 60 min

Matt has been a driving instructor in Warrington for over twelve years and really knows how to put learners at ease. He gets that learning to drive c…

Nervous Drivers Refresher Intensive Motorway +1
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TG
3.7 mi

Tom

Warrington
Manual 60 min

Hi, I'm Tom Grainger. I run Tom Grainger School of Motoring, offering driving lessons in and around Warrington. I'm here to help you get your licence…

Refresher Intensive
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David Wright
3.7 mi

David

Warrington
Manual 60 min

Hi, I'm David Wright. I run Wrightway2Drive, a driving school in Warrington. I've been teaching people to drive here for a good while now, and I real…

Refresher
£36 /hour
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Dave Blackhall
8.9 mi

Dave

Newton le Willows
Manual & Auto 60 min Evenings + Weekends
Renault Clio

Dave Blackhall is a fully qualified Driving Standards Agency Approved Driving Instructor (DSA, ADI). He gives professional, patient tuition to learne…

Nervous Drivers Refresher Intensive Motorway +1
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Learning to Drive in Daresbury

Learning to drive in Daresbury feels like a mix of quiet village lanes and quick motorway links. Lessons often start on local B-roads and move quickly onto the M56 for junction practice. You get less town traffic than in Warrington, but more short stretches on faster roads. The area suits learners who want early motorway experience alongside calm residential practice.

Nearest Test Centre: Warrington

The nearest DVSA test centre is Warrington, about 4.1 miles away by road. Expect standard practical tests with separate theory and practical bookings, and around 263 tests held there each year. The Warrington pass rate was 50.6% in 2024-2025, which you can use to gauge local standards, Data source: DVSA (2024-2025). Travel time can be short, but allow extra time for ring road traffic at peak hours.

50.6%
Overall Pass Rate
51.8%
Male Pass Rate
49.7%
Female Pass Rate
4.1 mi
Distance

Data source: DVSA (2024-2025)

Pass Rate Analysis

Warrington's pass rate of 50.6% sits above the national average of 47.3%, Data source: DVSA (2024-2025). Male candidates passed at 51.8% and female candidates at 49.7% at Warrington, Data source: DVSA (2024-2025). Nearby Northwich shows a higher local centre rate at 53.7%, while Widnes is lower at 43.5%, Data source: DVSA (2024-2025). With six instructors in Daresbury, local coaching resources are limited, so check availability early.

Local Driving Tips

Start lessons on quiet village roads to build clutch and steering control before moving to faster routes. Practice joining and leaving the M56 at junction 11, and rehearse lane discipline on slip roads. Watch for farm vehicles on narrow lanes near the science park and tight parking spots on Warrington Road. Work on roundabout technique at the nearby junctions by rehearsing lane selection and observation. Book a mixed route lesson that includes town, rural and motorway stretches to mirror the test routes in Warrington.

Choosing an Instructor in Daresbury

Choose an instructor who regularly takes pupils to Warrington test centre and knows the common test routes. Look for ADI qualifications and ask about pass records with the Warrington centre. Expect average prices around £40 per hour and be wary of large discounts that cut contact time. Availability can be limited because there are only six instructors listed in Daresbury, so book lessons in advance.

Lesson Costs in Daresbury

Standard hourly lessons in the area average £40, which aligns with the local market. Prices vary with instructor experience, lesson length, and whether you need intensive courses or motorway lessons.

Getting Started

Apply for a provisional licence online or by post, then study for and book your theory test. Start regular lessons, including hazard perception practice, and aim to take the practical test at Warrington once ready. If you need more local options, check Northwich or Widnes test centres for alternative dates.

Frequently Asked Questions

Last reviewed: February 2026

Warrington test centre is about 4.1 miles from Daresbury.
Warrington had a pass rate of 50.6% in 2024-2025, compared with the national average of 47.3%, Data source: DVSA (2024-2025).
Yes, Widnes is about 6 miles away and had a pass rate of 43.5%, while Northwich is around 7.1 miles away with a pass rate of 53.7%, Data source: DVSA (2024-2025).
There are six instructors listed in Daresbury.
The average local lesson price is £40 per hour.
At Warrington, male pass rate was 51.8% and female pass rate was 49.7% in 2024-2025, Data source: DVSA (2024-2025).
Learning time varies, but many learners need around 40 to 50 hours of lessons plus private practice to reach test standard.
Warrington is closest at 4.1 miles and had a 50.6% pass rate in 2024-2025, while Northwich is further but had a higher pass rate of 53.7%, and Widnes had 43.5%, Data source: DVSA (2024-2025).
Yes, lessons from Daresbury commonly include motorway practice on the M56, particularly around junction 11.
Warrington runs about 263 tests a year, which can mean slots fill fast at busy times.
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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