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10
Avg Price
£40/hr
Nearest Test Centre
Redhill Aerodrome (6.2 mi)
Test Centre Pass Rate
45.9%
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There are 10 driving instructors in Lingfield. Prices range from £35.00 to £44.00 per hour. The average rating is 4.9 stars from 40 reviews.

10
Instructors
£40/hr
Avg Price
4.9 / 5
40 Reviews
DVSA
Approved ADIs
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Sally Meakin
3.9 mi

Sally

Edenbridge
5.0
12 reviews
Manual 60 min Evenings + Weekends
Renault Clio

Sally Meakin is a fully qualified DVSA Approved Driving Instructor who loves helping people get on the road. She's independent and covers Edenbridge,…

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S
3.4 mi

Szymon

East Grinstead
5.0
10 reviews
Automatic 120 min Evenings + Weekends
Toyota Yaris

Szymon is an experienced automatic driving instructor based in East Grinstead, West Sussex. He runs Green Light School and teaches in an easy-to-driv…

Nervous Drivers Refresher Motorway
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Clare
3.4 mi

Clare

East Grinstead
5.0
3 reviews
Manual 60 min

Clare is a DVSA Approved, fully qualified female driving instructor based in East Grinstead. She offers manual driving lessons and has a patient, fri…

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Charles Nobes
2.4 mi

Charles

East Grinstead
4.5
15 reviews
Manual 60 min Evenings + Weekends

Charles Nobes, known as Charlie, is a Grade A Approved Driving Instructor with excellent first-time pass rates. He has many years of experience with …

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0 mi

Aleya

Lingfield
Automatic 60 min Evenings + Weekends

Aleya is an Approved Driving Instructor (ADI) in Lingfield who teaches automatic lessons. She works with everyone, from complete beginners to full li…

Nervous Drivers Refresher Intensive Motorway +1
£35 /hour
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JG
8.6 mi

Jerry

Crawley
Manual 120 min

Hi, I'm Jerry Gravell. I'm a DVSA approved driving instructor based in Maidenbower, Crawley, and I've been teaching people to drive around here for a…

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Giles Blanch
8.6 mi

Giles

Crawley
Manual 60 min Evenings + Weekends

Giles Blanch runs GB Driving, a friendly driving school based in Crawley. He's a patient, knowledgeable and highly experienced instructor who's been …

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Laurence
8.6 mi

Laurence

Crawley
Manual 60 min Evenings + Weekends

Hi, I'm Laurence. I've been an approved driving instructor since 2012, and I've taught all sorts of learners around Crawley. Over the years, I've pic…

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Mark Brewster
8.6 mi

Mark

Crawley
Manual 90 min Weekends

Mark Brewster is a fully qualified Approved Driving Instructor running his own independent LDC driving school. He's been specially trained by LDC in …

Intensive
£44 /hour
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Steve Deacons
9.2 mi

Steve

Reigate
Manual 60 min Evenings + Weekends

Steve Deacons is a friendly, down-to-earth driving instructor based in Reigate, East Surrey. He's the only manual instructor at SLD Driving School, a…

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Learning to Drive in Lingfield

Learning to drive in Lingfield feels village‑based and practical. You get quiet High Street and Station Road practice and quick access to busier A‑roads for higher speed work. Local lessons suit learners who want a steady build up of skills without long urban stretches. Many learners use the nearby Redhill Aerodrome for their test, which shapes local lesson routes.

Nearest Test Centre: Redhill Aerodrome

Redhill Aerodrome is the nearest DVSA test centre, about 6.2 miles from Lingfield. Expect a mix of suburban and A‑road sections on the test and fairly regular test slots, with around 4,953 tests a year. The pass rate there is 45.9% (Data source: DVSA 2024-2025). You may see a small difference in pass outcomes between male and female candidates at this centre.

45.9%
Overall Pass Rate
49.0%
Male Pass Rate
43.3%
Female Pass Rate
6.2 mi
Distance

Data source: DVSA (2024-2025)

Pass Rate Analysis

Redhill Aerodrome records a 45.9% pass rate, slightly below the national average of 47.3% (Data source: DVSA 2024-2025). Male candidates at Redhill pass at 49.0%, while female candidates pass at 43.3% (Data source: DVSA 2024-2025). Nearby Crawley shows a 42.1% pass rate and Tunbridge Wells 50.6%, which gives a local spread you should consider when booking (Data source: DVSA 2024-2025). These figures mean lesson planning should include both quiet-street control and A‑road confidence work.

Local Driving Tips

Start on Lingfield High Street and Station Road to build clutch and steering control before tackling faster roads. Once you can control the car, practise joining and overtaking on the nearby A‑road sections to get used to higher speeds. Work on roundabouts and junctions you see on the route to Redhill, as they often come up on the test. Practice independent driving and following road signs for a sustained period, as the examiners expect steady concentration. Book some lessons that include mock test routes to get used to the pace and decision making under time pressure.

Choosing an Instructor in Lingfield

There are five instructors listed locally, so availability can be limited at peak times. Expect to pay around the local average of £35 per hour for standard lessons. Look for an ADI with good local knowledge, flexible scheduling for motorway or A‑road sessions, and someone who will give mock tests. Ask for lesson plans that cover both quiet streets and the test routes towards Redhill Aerodrome.

Lesson Costs in Lingfield

Local lessons average £35 an hour, but prices vary with instructor experience and lesson length. Evening or weekend slots and intensive courses may cost more, while block bookings often reduce the per‑lesson rate.

Getting Started

Apply for your provisional licence, then start lessons with a local ADI to build basic control and road awareness. Book and pass the theory test before arranging your practical test at Redhill Aerodrome. Finish with mock tests and independent driving practice so you go in confident on test day.

Frequently Asked Questions

Last reviewed: February 2026

Redhill Aerodrome is the nearest DVSA test centre, about 6.2 miles from Lingfield.
Redhill Aerodrome has a 45.9% pass rate (Data source: DVSA 2024-2025).
At Redhill Aerodrome male candidates have a 49.0% pass rate and female candidates 43.3% (Data source: DVSA 2024-2025).
There are five instructors listed in the Lingfield area.
The local average price is £35 per hour for a standard lesson.
Crawley and Tunbridge Wells are common alternatives, with pass rates of 42.1% and 50.6% respectively (Data source: DVSA 2024-2025).
Time to pass varies by learner, lesson frequency, and confidence on A‑roads.
Yes.
Local practice focuses on village streets and A‑road driving, with motorway sessions added if your instructor offers them.
Redhill runs around 4,953 tests a year, so slots are relatively frequent compared with some small centres (Data source: DVSA 2024-2025).
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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