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David
David is a friendly, calm driving instructor based in Quedgeley, Gloucestershire. He specialises in automatic tuition and has a real knack for helpin…
Bob
Bob Harding-Williams is a fully qualified Driving Instructor based in Cheltenham, Gloucestershire. He has a great local reputation and is known for g…
Nicky
Nicky Phelps is a fully qualified female Government Approved Driving Instructor based in Cheltenham. She's been teaching for a while now and covers S…
Graham
Graham Davey is a fully qualified government Approved Driving Instructor (ADI) who runs his own driving school in Gloucestershire. He focuses on safe…
Neil
Hi, I'm Neil Burton. I'm a DVSA Approved Driving Instructor based in Cheltenham and Gloucester, and I've been shortlisted for PDI of the Year 2025/26…
Sharon
Sharon Westrup is a fully qualified DVSA Approved Driving Instructor with over 15 years' experience in driver education. She holds the green badge an…
Cathy
Cathy Bolt is a friendly, down-to-earth driving instructor based in Gloucester. She's a DVSA Grade A female instructor who offers one-to-one manual g…
Tej
Tej Shrestha is a friendly, patient driving instructor based in Gloucester. He's licensed by the DVSA and operates under the LDC driving school franc…
Andy
Andy Carroll is a friendly, patient driving instructor based in Gloucester. He's been teaching for many years and his students really rate him. He's …
Jack
Jack Picthall has been helping learners in Gloucester pass their tests with the LD System for years. He's an independent LDC driving school instructo…
Brian
Hi, I'm Brian Longden-Thurgood. I'm a fully qualified Government Approved Driving Instructor running my own independent LDC driving school in Glouces…
Drew
Drew is a DVSA approved driving instructor based in Gloucester, offering calm, professional lessons that focus on building confidence and safety. He'…
Learning to Drive in Gloucestershire
Learning to drive in Gloucestershire means mixing country lanes with busy commuter routes. You will find quiet village roads in the Cotswolds and faster sections on the M5 and A40 near Gloucester and Cheltenham. Town driving includes narrow streets and ring roads around Gloucester and Cheltenham, so you get a broad range of practice. Lessons suit both learners who want rural calm and those preparing for motorway conditions.
Nearest Test Centre: Gloucester
The nearest DVSA centre is Gloucester, about 2.9 miles from central Gloucestershire. Expect a mix of urban and suburban test routes, with some manoeuvres near Gloucester Docks and roundabouts linking to the M5. Gloucester handles around 7,250 tests a year, so bookings can fill up at peak times. Gloucester test centre pass rate is 46.8% (Data source: DVSA 2024-2025).
Data source: DVSA (2024-2025)
Pass Rate Analysis
Gloucester's pass rate sits slightly below the national average, at 46.8% versus 47.3% nationally (Data source: DVSA 2024-2025). Nearby Cheltenham posts a higher pass rate of 51.3%, while Monmouth is at 49.2% (Data source: DVSA 2024-2025). Male candidates in Gloucester pass at 49.3%, while female candidates pass at 44.1% (Data source: DVSA 2024-2025). These local differences mean your chosen test centre can affect the headline pass rate you see.
Local Driving Tips
Get comfortable with M5 slip roads and motorway junctions if you plan to drive beyond the county. Practice A40 approaches into Cheltenham and the roundabout sequences south of Gloucester, since these feature often on tests. Spend time on narrow rural lanes in the Cotswolds, watching for blind bends and farm traffic. Work on low-speed control and junction observation in Gloucester city centre and around the docks. Expect cyclists and horse riders near villages, and adjust your speed accordingly.
Choosing an Instructor in Gloucestershire
There are eight instructors listing in Gloucestershire, so choice is limited compared with larger areas. Look for an instructor who knows Gloucester test routes and has recent local pass successes. Expect to pay around £41 per hour on average, though individual trainers may charge more for evenings or intensive courses. Ask about lesson lengths and whether the instructor uses the M5 or town-centre routes during training.
Lesson Costs in Gloucestershire
Average lesson price in the area is about £41 per hour. Prices vary with instructor experience, lesson length, and whether they need to travel to you. Block bookings and intensive course packages can change the per-hour cost.
Getting Started
Apply for your provisional driving licence online or by post, then book theory and hazard perception tests. Take regular lessons, build up to mock tests on local routes and then book your practical at Gloucester or a nearby centre. Bring your provisional, theory pass certificate and agreed ID on test day, and aim to practise the M5 slip roads and A40 approaches beforehand.
Frequently Asked Questions
Last reviewed: February 2026
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