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Some instructors covering Haverfordwest
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Jenny
Jenny Wickland runs Jenny's School of Motoring in Pembrokeshire. She's a fully qualified ADI with a green badge, so you know you're learning with som…
Chris
Chris Doyle is a Grade A driving instructor who's been teaching for over 15 years. He's based in Pembroke and covers the surrounding areas, with a ve…
Learning to Drive in Haverfordwest
Learning to drive in Haverfordwest feels local and manageable. The town sits on main routes like the A40 and A4076, so you get a mix of quiet residential streets and faster A-road practice. Traffic can pick up near Withybush and the route to Pembroke Dock, so you learn handling different conditions quickly. Lessons suit learners who want short drives to a nearby DVSA test centre.
Nearest Test Centre: Pembroke Dock
The nearest DVSA test centre is Pembroke Dock, about 9.2 miles from Haverfordwest. Expect standard practical test routes that use the A4076 towards Pembroke Dock and local B-roads around the docks. Pembroke Dock runs roughly 1,121 tests per year, so bookings move steadily, and you may need to plan for travel time on test day. Data source: DVSA, 2024-2025.
Data source: DVSA (2024-2025)
Pass Rate Analysis
Pembroke Dock has a 48.9% overall pass rate, slightly above the national average of 47.3% (Data source: DVSA, 2024-2025). Male passes at Pembroke Dock are 49.1% and female passes are 48.7% (Data source: DVSA, 2024-2025). Nearby centres show variation, with Cardigan at 58.1% and Carmarthen at 53.2%, which may influence where you choose to test (Data source: DVSA, 2024-2025).
Local Driving Tips
Expect narrow, often winding lanes if you head out towards the coast, so practise slow-speed control and observation. The A40 through town can be busy at peak times, so work on multi-lane awareness and safe gap selection. Use the A4076 when preparing for tests that head to Pembroke Dock, and practise lane discipline approaching the Withybush roundabout. Watch for agricultural vehicles on country roads and be ready for sudden changes in surface and visibility. Parking in the town centre can be tight, so include bay and parallel parking in lessons.
Choosing an Instructor in Haverfordwest
Haverfordwest currently lists one local instructor, so availability may be limited and booking flexibility could be restricted. Ask any instructor about experience with Pembroke Dock test routes and with local A-road and roundabout practice. Confirm lesson length, cancellation policy and whether they use dual control cars for tests. Expect to pay a premium for weekday or weekend priority bookings if you need specific test-date practice.
Lesson Costs in Haverfordwest
Local lesson pricing is not provided in the data, so check rates directly with the instructor. Factors that affect cost here include lesson length, instructor experience, car type and whether you need additional mock test sessions.
Getting Started
Apply for a provisional licence online or by post, then study for the theory test while taking lessons. Book your theory test and pass before applying for practical test dates at Pembroke Dock if possible. Use mock tests on local roads like the A40 and A4076 to prepare, then book a practical test; travelling 9.2 miles to Pembroke Dock is normal for Haverfordwest learners. Data source for test centre distance and pass rate: DVSA, 2024-2025.
Frequently Asked Questions
Last reviewed: February 2026
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