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Some instructors covering Lincoln
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Pete
Pete Cowan runs A1 Driver Training, offering top professional tuition in the Lincoln area. He's a highly qualified coach who's been teaching for year…
Graham
Graham Kent runs Anderby Driving Centre, a driving school that's been helping people learn since 1996. He's the owner and the person you can call dir…
Janet
Janet Bott is a fully qualified, friendly and patient female driving instructor based in Lincoln. She's been teaching since at least 2012, and she's …
Tom
Tom Gratrick has been specially trained by LDC in the use of their LD System and the latest student-centred learning techniques. He's a fully qualifi…
Richard
Hi, I'm Richard Harpham. I run an independent driving school based in Lincoln, offering affordable and professional lessons to people of all ages acr…
Mark
Mark Fisher is a fully qualified Government Approved Driving Instructor running his own independent LDC driving school. He's been specially trained b…
Learning to Drive in Lincoln
Lincoln has a historic centre and a mix of narrow medieval streets and modern roads. Expect busy routes on the A15 and A46 and tight turns around the cathedral and Steep Hill. Traffic can be light in residential quarters and heavier on approaches to the city centre and Brayford Waterfront. Learners get a bit of everything here, from quiet estates to main road driving.
Nearest Test Centre: Grantham (Somerby)
Grantham (Somerby) is the nearest DVSA test centre, about 22.4 miles away from Lincoln. Count on a drive of around 30 to 50 minutes depending on traffic, so plan to arrive early. The centre runs around 601 tests per year, so it is reasonably active and booking demand can vary. Bring your provisional licence and allow extra time for parking and local directions.
Data source: DVSA (2024-2025)
Pass Rate Analysis
Grantham (Somerby) has a 49.9% pass rate, which sits above the national average of 47.3% (Data source: DVSA 2024-2025). Male candidates at Grantham (Somerby) pass at 51.7% while female candidates pass at 48.2% (Data source: DVSA 2024-2025). That split is similar to national trends where male pass rates often edge higher. Nearby centres show variation, so it can help to compare before booking.
Local Driving Tips
Start lessons on quieter residential streets away from the cathedral before tackling Steep Hill and the High Street, which have narrow lanes and parked cars. Practice roundabout negotiation on the outer ring roads and the junctions by the A15 at Tritton Road and the A46 bypass. Watch for cyclists and buses around Brayford Waterfront and Sincil Bank, and be ready for sudden lane changes near major junctions. Work on motorway and dual carriageway confidence on the A46 if your lessons include longer runs out of town.
Choosing an Instructor in Lincoln
Data shows no instructors listed for Lincoln in this dataset, so expect to look slightly further afield. Pick an ADI who will travel to Lincoln or operate from nearby towns and who offers pupil reviews and clear pricing. Ask about pass-plus or intensive course options, and whether the instructor uses familiar local test routes. Be realistic about travel charges if they need to drive in from outside the area.
Getting Started
Apply for a provisional licence online before starting lessons. Book and pass the theory test when you feel ready, then take driving lessons with a qualified instructor or an experienced supervisor. When your instructor thinks you are ready, book the practical test at Grantham (Somerby), 22.4 miles away, and bring your provisional licence on test day.
Frequently Asked Questions
Last reviewed: February 2026
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