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Some instructors covering Dunsfold
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Ollie
Ollie has been teaching people to drive for over 15 years, helping hundreds of students pass their tests. Based in Surrey, he's known for his calm, p…
Keith
Keith Rowling has been teaching people to drive since 1994, so you're in very safe hands. He's calm, patient and friendly, and knows how to put even …
Kate
Kate is a friendly, experienced DSA Approved Driving Instructor based in Rusper. She covers Horsham, Broadbridge Heath, Slinfold and Warnham. Calm, p…
Darren
Darren is a manual driving instructor based in Guildford, Surrey. He's been teaching independently since 2010 and has helped hundreds of pupils pass …
Jon
Jon Hill is a fully qualified Approved Driving Instructor based in Guildford, Surrey. He's also a RoSPA Gold advanced driver, which means he knows hi…
Lloyd
Lloyd Cliff is an approved driving instructor based in Guildford and covers all of Surrey. He's lived in Guildford for the past 25 years, so he knows…
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 Dunsfold
Learning to drive in Dunsfold mixes quiet country lanes with short sections on the A281. You will often practice on narrow roads around the aerodrome and through the village, so slow control and observation matter. Local lessons suit learners who want low-traffic practice before tackling busier approaches into Guildford. Expect a mix of rural junctions, narrow bends and occasional farm vehicles.
Nearest Test Centre: Guildford
Guildford test centre is about 9.7 miles from Dunsfold, and it handles both town and A3-style junctions on test routes. Its overall pass rate is 46.3%, Data source: DVSA 2024-2025, with around 5,213 tests conducted per year. You should expect a busy test schedule so book early and practise on the A281 and town roads leading into Guildford. Test routes often include roundabouts and dual carriageway merges.
Data source: DVSA (2024-2025)
Pass Rate Analysis
Guildford's pass rate of 46.3% is just below the national average of 47.3%, Data source: DVSA 2024-2025. Male candidates at Guildford pass at 47.9% while female candidates pass at 44.8%, Data source: DVSA 2024-2025. Nearby centres vary, with Crawley at 42.1% and Farnborough at 49.7%, Data source: DVSA 2024-2025, so your choice of test centre can affect outcomes. Practical experience on both quiet lanes and busier town approaches helps bridge that gap.
Local Driving Tips
Start lessons on the quiet lanes around Dunsfold to build clutch control and observation. Spend time on the A281 to get used to faster traffic and right-turns into smaller roads. Practice approaching junctions with limited visibility and watch for tractors and slow-moving agricultural vehicles. When heading to Guildford for a test, include dual carriageway merges and town centre roundabouts in your practice. Night or wet-weather practice will help, since rural drains and shaded bends can stay slippery after rain.
Choosing an Instructor in Dunsfold
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Getting Started
First, apply for your provisional driving licence and read the Highway Code. Book and pass your theory test before you take the practical exam at Guildford. Take regular lessons with a local instructor who can coach you on rural lane skills and town driving for the test. Once your instructor thinks you are ready, arrange the practical test at Guildford well in advance.
Frequently Asked Questions
Last reviewed: February 2026
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