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Instructors
12
Avg Price
£33/hr
Nearest Test Centre
Gateshead (2.5 mi)
Test Centre Pass Rate
42.7%
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There are 12 driving instructors in Low Fell. Prices range from £25.00 to £40.00 per hour. The average rating is 4.9 stars from 52 reviews.

12
Instructors
£33/hr
Avg Price
4.9 / 5
52 Reviews
DVSA
Approved ADIs
Welcome to our Low Fell driving instructor directory. Whether you're a complete beginner or looking to brush up on your skills, we can help you find the right instructor.

Our Low Fell instructors offer a range of services including manual and automatic lessons, intensive courses, and flexible scheduling to fit around your commitments. Compare prices, read genuine student reviews, and find an instructor who matches your needs and budget.
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Susan Dobson
2.6 mi

Susan

Newcastle
5.0
13 reviews
Manual 60 min Evenings + Weekends
BMW Mini

Susan Dobson has been running Breeze Driving since 2004, helping countless people become safe and confident drivers. She's known for being patient, f…

Nervous Drivers Refresher Intensive Motorway +1
£25 /hour
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Cheryl Brett
8.6 mi

Cheryl

Marden
5.0
11 reviews
Manual 90 min

Cheryl Brett runs Turning Point Driving Tuition, an independent driving school in Kent that's been going strong since 2010. She's an Approved Driving…

Nervous Drivers Refresher Motorway
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I
7.8 mi

Ian

North East England
5.0
8 reviews
Automatic 60 min Evenings + Weekends

Ian is a highly experienced automatic driving instructor with DrewMatic, a leading automatic driving school in the North East of England. As part of …

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Gary Greenup
1.3 mi

Gary

Gateshead
5.0
3 reviews
Manual 60 min Evenings + Weekends
Ford Fiesta

Gary Greenup is a fully qualified Approved Driving Instructor (ADI) with 19 years of experience. In that time he's helped nearly 1,000 learners becom…

Nervous Drivers Refresher Intensive Motorway +1
£34 /hour
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Tony
5.8 mi

Tony

Chester-le-Street
5.0
1 review
Manual 60 min Evenings + Weekends

Tony is the founder and lead instructor of Chester le Street Driver Training. He has a disciplined but friendly style and teaches learners across Che…

Nervous Drivers Refresher Intensive Motorway +1
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Rob Campbell
2.1 mi

Rob

Newcastle Upon Tyne
4.7
13 reviews
Manual 60 min Evenings + Weekends

Rob Campbell is a DSA-approved driving instructor with Alpha Driving School, based in Newcastle upon Tyne. He teaches using the DSA approved syllabus…

Nervous Drivers Refresher Intensive Motorway +1
£30 /hour
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Anthony
1.3 mi

Anthony

Gateshead
4.3
3 reviews
Manual & Auto 120 min Evenings + Weekends

Anthony's students have passed with zero minors and describe him as having the patience of a saint. Based in Gateshead and covering the North East, h…

Nervous Drivers Refresher Intensive Motorway +1
£39 /hour
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AS
1.8 mi

Abi

Gateshead
Manual & Auto 60 min Evenings + Weekends
Mini

Abi Sanders is an independent driving instructor based in Gateshead, offering flexible lessons across the local area. She runs Drive With Abi (ABIGAI…

Nervous Drivers Refresher Intensive Motorway +1
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1.9 mi

Paulo

Newcastle
Manual 60 min Evenings + Weekends

Paulo runs Paulo's School of Motoring in Newcastle, where the aim is simple, to help you become a safe, confident driver at your own pace. He keeps t…

Nervous Drivers Refresher Intensive Motorway +1
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Colin Mitcheson
2.6 mi

Colin

Newcastle upon Tyne
Manual 60 min Evenings + Weekends

Colin Mitcheson runs Enigma Driving, a friendly driving school based in Newcastle upon Tyne. He offers relaxed, one-to-one lessons for all levels, fr…

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Essi
2.6 mi

Essi

Newcastle
Manual 60 min Evenings + Weekends

Essi is a driving instructor with Roadify Driving School in Newcastle and Gateshead. He's known for being patient, calm, and very reliable. If you le…

Nervous Drivers Refresher Intensive
£40 /hour
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David Evans
2.6 mi

David

Newcastle
Manual & Auto 60 min Evenings + Weekends

Hi, I'm David Evans. I run Passport Driving School, and I've been teaching people to drive around Newcastle and the North East for a good while now. …

Nervous Drivers Refresher Intensive Motorway +1
£30 /hour
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Learning to Drive in Low Fell

Learning to drive in Low Fell feels suburban and practical. Roads like Durham Road and the A167 give a mix of quiet streets and busier A-road practice. Saltwell Park and local shopping streets mean plenty of parked cars and junction practice. Lessons here suit learners who want short local routes and quick access to nearby test centres.

Nearest Test Centre: Gateshead

Gateshead test centre is about 2.5 miles from Low Fell, a short drive along Durham Road and the A167. Expect tests to include suburban turns, junctions near Saltwell Park and some A-road merging. Gateshead runs around 5,042 tests a year with a pass rate of 42.7%. Data source: DVSA, 2024-2025.

42.7%
Overall Pass Rate
44.3%
Male Pass Rate
41.0%
Female Pass Rate
2.5 mi
Distance

Data source: DVSA (2024-2025)

Pass Rate Analysis

Gateshead pass rate sits below the national average of 47.3%, at 42.7%. Data source: DVSA, 2024-2025. Male candidates at Gateshead pass at 44.3%, female candidates at 41%. Data source: DVSA, 2024-2025. Nearby centres vary, with Newcastle (Heaton) at 27.1% and Newcastle (Gosforth) at 42.9%, which shows test centre choice can change your odds. Data source: DVSA, 2024-2025.

Local Driving Tips

Start lessons on Low Fell's residential streets to build clutch and reverse control without heavy traffic. Move on to Durham Road for lane discipline and A167 slip-road practice during quieter times. Try junctions around Saltwell Park and the roundabouts near the town centre to practise observation and lane choice. Expect bus lanes and parked cars on narrow streets, so mirror and signal early. Practice hill starts on local rises and messy parking bays near shops before test day.

Choosing an Instructor in Low Fell

Look for an ADI who knows local test routes and Gateshead test centre procedures. With nine instructors in Low Fell, availability is reasonable but check evening and weekend slots. Expect to pay around 32 per hour on average and ask about block-booking discounts and pass-plus options. Try a trial lesson to judge teaching style and local route knowledge.

Lesson Costs in Low Fell

Typical hourly lessons in Low Fell average 32, though block bookings and intensive courses can change the per-hour rate. Fuel costs, instructor experience and whether you choose automatic or manual lessons will affect overall price.

Getting Started

Apply for your provisional licence online and read the Highway Code before you book lessons. Take regular lessons with a qualified instructor and book your theory test when you're ready. Once you pass theory, book your practical at Gateshead and focus lessons on local junctions and A-road merges.

Frequently Asked Questions

Last reviewed: February 2026

Gateshead test centre is about 2.5 miles from Low Fell, roughly a 10-15 minute drive depending on traffic.
Gateshead has a pass rate of 42.7%.
Gateshead's pass rate of 42.7% is below the national average of 47.3%.
Low Fell has nine local driving instructors listed, so you should have a reasonable choice for lesson times and teaching styles.
Average hourly lessons cost 32 in Low Fell.
Newcastle (Heaton) reports a pass rate of 27.1%, which is significantly lower than Gateshead's 42.7%.
Learning time varies with ability and lesson frequency, so there is no fixed timetable.
Gateshead conducts around 5,042 tests per year, so slots exist throughout the year but popular dates fill quickly.
Pass rates at test centres give a general picture but they do not reflect an individual instructor's teaching.
At Gateshead, male candidates have a pass rate of 44.3% and female candidates 41%.
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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