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11
Avg Price
£39/hr
Nearest Test Centre
Yeovil (7.9 mi)
Test Centre Pass Rate
52.1%
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There are 11 driving instructors in North Cadbury. Prices range from £20.00 to £50.00 per hour. The average rating is 5 stars from 15 reviews.

11
Instructors
£39/hr
Avg Price
5 / 5
15 Reviews
DVSA
Approved ADIs
Welcome to our North Cadbury 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 North Cadbury 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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Stuart Field
7 mi

Stuart

Yeovil
5.0
13 reviews
Manual & Auto 60 min

Hi, I'm Stuart Field. I run Ahead of the Field, a family driving school in Yeovil. We've been teaching people to drive here for years, and we're real…

Nervous Drivers Refresher Intensive Motorway +1
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Pete Giles
7 mi

Pete

Yeovil
5.0
1 review
Manual 90 min

Hi, I'm Pete Giles. I've been an approved driving instructor (ADI) for a while now, and I run my driving school in Yeovil and the surrounding areas. …

Nervous Drivers Refresher
£40 /hour
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Bryan
7 mi

Bryan

Yeovil
5.0
1 review
Manual & Auto 60 min

Bryan runs a well-established driving school in Yeovil and Sherborne. He's a DVSA certified driving instructor with a Fleet qualification, and he's b…

Nervous Drivers Refresher Intensive
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Simon Wareham
4.4 mi

Simon

Castle Cary
Manual 60 min

Simon Wareham runs ABS School of Motoring, which he started back in 2004. He's taught a wide range of ages over the years, with many of his students …

Nervous Drivers Pass Plus
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AO
6 mi

Andy

Sherborne
Manual 60 min Weekends

Andy Owen has been helping learners pass their driving test for years, using the LD System he's specially trained in. Based in Sherborne, he covers a…

Intensive
£39 /hour
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Graham Northover
7 mi

Graham

Yeovil
Manual 60 min

Graham Northover is a DSA approved driving instructor based in Yeovil. He runs his own School of Motoring, offering lessons that are tailored to suit…

Refresher Intensive Pass Plus
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James Walker
7 mi

James

Yeovil
Manual 60 min

James Walker is a friendly, fully qualified ADI who runs his own LDC driving school in Yeovil. He's based in East Coker and covers a wide area includ…

Intensive
£40 /hour
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Simon Hunter
7 mi

Simon

Yeovil
Automatic 90 min Weekends

Simon Hunter is a friendly, fully qualified Approved Driving Instructor based in Yeovil. He runs his own independent LDC driving school and has been …

Intensive
£50 /hour
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Konrad Gurzynski
7 mi

Konrad

Yeovil
Manual 60 min Weekends

Hi, I'm Konrad Gurzynski. I'm a driving instructor based in Yeovil, working under the LDC driving school franchise. I've been specially trained by LD…

Intensive
£40 /hour
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Sandi
7 mi

Sandi

Bruton
Manual 120 min Weekends
Vauxhall Astra GS 1.2 Turbo Petrol

Sandi is an experienced female driving instructor based in Bruton, Somerset. She's been teaching for over twenty years, including seven as a fully qu…

Refresher Motorway Pass Plus
£41 /hour
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Magdy
7.3 mi

Magdy

Yeovil
Manual 60 min Evenings + Weekends

Magdy is a friendly, fully qualified driving instructor who runs Magdys School of Motoring in Yeovil. He's been a professional driver since 1999 and …

Nervous Drivers Intensive Pass Plus
£20 /hour
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Learning to Drive in North Cadbury

Learning to drive around North Cadbury means practising on quiet country lanes and a few busy A-roads. You will get used to narrow hedged lanes, farm vehicles and the occasional A303 junction. Lessons often combine village roads with short runs towards Yeovil to build confidence for test routes. Local character is rural and relaxed, with regular changes in surface and sightlines.

Nearest Test Centre: Yeovil

Yeovil DVSA test centre is about 7.9 miles from North Cadbury, an easy drive along local lanes and A-roads. Expect standard theory and practical testing facilities and a mix of rural and urban test routes. Yeovil runs around 5,190 tests a year and has a 52.1% pass rate. Data source: DVSA 2024-2025.

52.1%
Overall Pass Rate
54.5%
Male Pass Rate
49.9%
Female Pass Rate
7.9 mi
Distance

Data source: DVSA (2024-2025)

Pass Rate Analysis

Yeovil's pass rate of 52.1% sits above the national average of 47.3%. The male pass rate at Yeovil is 54.5% and the female rate is 49.9%, showing a modest gap between genders. Nearby centres like Dorchester and Taunton record higher rates, 60.8% and 57.2% respectively. Data source: DVSA 2024-2025.

Local Driving Tips

Start lessons on the quieter lanes heading south from the village to build car control and comfort. Practice pulling in and reversing into farm gateways, as you will see these often on local roads. Spend time on the approach to the A303 junction so you can judge gaps at higher speeds. Use short runs towards Yeovil to practise roundabout maneuvering and lane discipline. Expect parked cars on village streets and slow tractors on main local routes, so plan patience into your drives.

Choosing an Instructor in North Cadbury

There is only one local instructor listed in the area, so availability can be limited and you should book lessons early. Look for an instructor who knows Yeovil test routes and rural manoeuvres, and who can provide a clear lesson plan. Expect average lesson prices around £40 and ask about block-booking discounts and cancellation policies. A good instructor will give honest feedback and local route practice.

Lesson Costs in North Cadbury

Average lesson prices in North Cadbury are about £40 per hour. Prices vary with instructor experience, car type and whether you buy block bookings or single lessons. Expect higher costs for intensive courses or lessons outside normal hours.

Getting Started

Apply for your provisional licence online before you start lessons, then book your theory test. Take regular lessons, including practice on A-roads near the village and mock tests on Yeovil routes. Once your instructor thinks you are ready, book the practical test at Yeovil and complete the driving test to get your full licence.

Frequently Asked Questions

Last reviewed: February 2026

The nearest test centre is Yeovil, about 7.9 miles away by road.
Yeovil has a pass rate of 52.1%, which is above the national average.
Dorchester and Taunton are the next closest larger centres, about 22.2 and 23 miles away respectively.
There is one local instructor listed for North Cadbury.
Average lesson prices in North Cadbury are around A340 per hour.
Learning time varies by person, but expect a mix of rural lane practice and A-road experience to prepare for Yeovil test routes.
Yeovil's pass rate of 52.1% is above the national average of 47.3%, so pass rates are reasonable.
Yes, practising on the A303 or similar faster roads helps you gain confidence judging higher-speed gaps.
Yes, you can choose to book at Dorchester or Taunton if it suits your schedule, travel is reasonable and test dates are available.
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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