Driving Instructors in Ellesmere Port

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Instructors
8
Avg Price
£40/hr
Nearest Test Centre
Liverpool (Speke) (4.5 mi)
Test Centre Pass Rate
32.5%
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There are 8 driving instructors in Ellesmere Port. The average price is £40 per hour. The average rating is 5 stars from 30 reviews.

8
Instructors
£40/hr
Avg Price
5 / 5
30 Reviews
DVSA
Approved ADIs
Welcome to our Ellesmere Port driving instructor directory. Whether you're a complete beginner or looking to brush up on your skills, we can help you find the right instructor.

Our Ellesmere Port 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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Best Driving Instructors in Ellesmere Port

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Derek Gillespie
9.7 mi

Derek Gillespie

Liverpool
5.0
22 reviews
Automatic 60 min Weekends
Cupra Born

Derek Gillespie is an Approved Driving Instructor with over 22 years of experience helping people learn to drive. He is a member of the Driving Instr…

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Matt Bowdler
6 mi

Matt Bowdler

Chester
5.0
6 reviews
Automatic 60 min

Matt Bowdler is a calm, patient automatic driving instructor based in Chester. He has 39 years of driving experience and is a Grade A instructor, so …

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Ian
9.6 mi

Ian

Wirral
5.0
2 reviews
Manual & Auto 60 min

Ian is a fully qualified, highly experienced Approved Driving Instructor (ADI) with AFB Driving School in the Wirral. He has a strong record of first…

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Kevin Brock
0.1 mi

Kevin Brock

Ellesmere Port
Manual & Auto 60 min

Kevin Brock is a fully qualified driving instructor who helps learners become safe, confident drivers across Ellesmere Port, Chester and Wirral. He f…

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Lesley
6 mi

Lesley

Chester
Manual & Auto 60 min

Lesley is a fully qualified DVSA approved driving instructor and has been teaching since 2002. She is based in Chester and covers Ellesmere Port, Chr…

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David Pegram
6.2 mi

David Pegram

Chester
Automatic 60 min Evenings + Weekends

David Pegram is a DVSA-certified Approved Driving Instructor (ADI) who trained with Geoff Capes Driving School and now runs his own school, Holdfast …

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9.6 mi

Wendy

Wirral
Automatic 50 min Evenings + Weekends

Wendy is a friendly, very experienced driving instructor with 26 years of teaching behind her. She runs the small family-run Eastway Driving School o…

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Dave Walmsley
9.7 mi

Dave Walmsley

Liverpool
Automatic 60 min Evenings + Weekends
Renault Captur Dynamique

Dave Walmsley is an A grade driving instructor with over 18 years of teaching experience in Liverpool and Merseyside. He keeps things relaxed and fri…

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Learning to Drive in Ellesmere Port

Learning to drive in Ellesmere Port is practical for short trips towards Liverpool and local commuting. Lessons often focus on town driving and test routes out towards Speke. There are only six local instructors, so lessons can fill up quickly. You get a straightforward local feel, with most tests taken a few miles away in Liverpool.

Nearest Test Centre: Liverpool (Speke)

Your nearest DVSA test centre is Liverpool (Speke), about 4.5 miles from Ellesmere Port. Expect a mix of urban and suburban test routes and regular bookings, since the centre handles thousands of tests a year. The centre reported a 32.5% pass rate, tests per year 6763, Data source: DVSA (2024-2025). Plan for travel time and parking when you book.

32.5%
Overall Pass Rate
34.8%
Male Pass Rate
30.1%
Female Pass Rate
4.5 mi
Distance

Data source: DVSA (2024-2025)

Pass Rate Analysis

Liverpool (Speke) has a lower pass rate than the national average, 32.5% versus 47.3% respectively, Data source: DVSA (2024-2025). Male candidates at Speke passed at 34.8% while female candidates passed at 30.1%, Data source: DVSA (2024-2025). Nearby Liverpool (Garston) shows a higher pass rate of 48.9%, Data source: DVSA (2024-2025). The local pattern suggests where you take your test can affect outcomes.

Local Driving Tips

Book a mix of lessons that include both town centres and the routes towards Liverpool to reflect test conditions. Focus on junction control, lane discipline and roundabout exits during lessons, since those are common in the area. Practice on busy shopping streets and residential estates to build confidence with pedestrians and parked cars. Time lessons to include peak shift-change periods if you plan to drive at those times. Use mock tests to replicate the route length and pressure of a real test.

Choosing an Instructor in Ellesmere Port

With six local instructors you should read reviews and ask about test-route experience before you book. Choose an instructor who knows Liverpool (Speke) test routes and can adapt lessons to weak areas. Expect price to vary by experience and whether you want block bookings or single lessons. Check availability early, especially around school exam periods and holidays.

Lesson Costs in Ellesmere Port

There is no local average price in the data, so expect lesson costs to follow regional norms and instructor experience. Factors that affect cost here include instructor demand, lesson length and whether you're booking intensive training.

Getting Started

Apply for your provisional licence, then start lessons with a qualified instructor. Study for and pass the theory test before booking your practical. When you're ready, book the practical at Liverpool (Speke) or an alternative centre like Liverpool (Garston).

Frequently Asked Questions

Last reviewed: February 2026

There are six driving instructors listed for Ellesmere Port in the provided data.
The nearest test centre is Liverpool (Speke), about 4.5 miles from Ellesmere Port.
Liverpool (Speke) reported a 32.5% pass rate compared with the national average of 47.3%, Data source: DVSA (2024-2025).
Male candidates at Liverpool (Speke) passed at 34.8% while female candidates passed at 30.1%, Data source: DVSA (2024-2025).
Liverpool (Garston) has a higher reported pass rate of 48.9% compared with Speke, Data source: DVSA (2024-2025).
Learning time varies with ability, lesson frequency and practice.
The provided data does not include an average lesson price for Ellesmere Port.
With six instructors in the area you may find limited slots at peak times, especially around school holidays.
Focus on junctions, roundabout exits and urban parking manoeuvres that mirror test conditions near Liverpool.
Book your practical test online through the DVSA booking service and choose Liverpool (Speke) or another nearby centre like Liverpool (Garston).
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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