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Hayley
Hayley's helped over 400 students pass their driving test, many on their first attempt. Based in Church Crookham, Hampshire, she's a fully qualified …
Basil
If you learn with Basil, you'll get a patient, friendly instructor who's been teaching in the Camberley area since 2012. He's fully independent now, …
Billie
Billie Smith has been on the DVSA Approved Register of Driving Instructors for 20 years, training drivers of all abilities across the southeast of En…
Gabriella
Gabriella, or Gabs as her students call her, is a friendly female driving instructor based in Farnborough, Hampshire. She's been teaching people to d…
Matt
Matt Whatley runs QA Motoring School with a high first-time pass rate that's well above the national average. He's built his reputation on customer s…
Ian
Ian Roger is a friendly, calm driving instructor based in Aldershot. He's a fully qualified ADI with over four years of experience, and he's built a …
Paul
Hi, I'm Paul Clarke. I run Clarke's School of Motoring, and I'm a DSA approved driving instructor. I've been teaching people to drive around Camberle…
Helen
Helen is the driving instructor and founder of Surrey Downs Driving Academy, with over 20 years of experience. She keeps things calm and relaxed, and…
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…
Gavin
Hi, I'm Gavin House. I'm a fully qualified driving instructor based in Farnborough, Hampshire, and I've been teaching people to drive for quite a few…
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 …
Alif
Alif is a friendly and patient driving instructor based in Farnborough. He's part of Road Skills Driving School, where he helps learners build confid…
Learning to Drive in Farnham
Learning to drive in Farnham mixes historic town streets with fast A-road runs. You will practise around Castle Street, West Street and on the A31 and A325. Lessons often include short country lanes and town centre traffic near the railway station. Many learners like having Farnborough test centre close by, so local instructors tailor lessons to those routes.
Nearest Test Centre: Farnborough
Farnborough test centre sits about 2.6 miles from Farnham, a short drive along the A325 and A331 corridors. Expect a busy centre with about 3,026 tests a year, so booking can need planning. The centre has a slightly higher pass rate than the national average, so many locals aim to book there for their practical test. For test-day routes you will often meet A325 junctions and local roundabouts on the approach.
Data source: DVSA (2024-2025)
Pass Rate Analysis
Farnborough has a pass rate of 49.7% (Data source: DVSA 2024-2025), which is above the national average of 47.3% (Data source: DVSA 2024-2025). Male candidates pass at 52% and female candidates at 47.4% at Farnborough (Data source: DVSA 2024-2025). Nearby Guildford is at 46.3% and Basingstoke is at 47.8% (Data source: DVSA 2024-2025), so Farnborough performs a little better than those centres.
Local Driving Tips
Practice slow, controlled turns on Castle Street and West Street to handle the town centre narrow lanes. Get used to merging on and off the A31 where traffic can be quicker than local roads. Spend time on the A325 approaches to Farnborough, including negotiating the roundabouts near the test routes. Watch for tight junctions near the railway station and for parked cars on residential streets. On quieter country lanes expect sudden bends and changing speed limits, so scan ahead and adjust smoothly.
Choosing an Instructor in Farnham
There are seven instructors locally, so availability can be limited at peak times. Pick an instructor on the ADI register who knows Farnham and Farnborough test routes, and ask about pass rates and experience with town centre manoeuvres. Expect hourly rates around £36, and check if block-booking or weekend slots are offered to suit your schedule. If you need automatic lessons, confirm vehicle availability before you book.
Lesson Costs in Farnham
Average lesson cost in Farnham is about £36 per hour. Prices vary with instructor experience, lesson length and whether you buy block bookings or intensive courses.
Getting Started
Apply for your provisional licence and start lessons with a qualified instructor who knows Farnham roads. Book and pass the theory test, including the hazard perception section, before arranging your practical at Farnborough, about 2.6 miles away. Keep a log of hours and practise on the A31 and local town streets so you are ready for the test routes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Last reviewed: February 2026
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