Driving Instructors in North West

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Instructors
8
Avg Price
£43/hr
Nearest Test Centre
Bristol (Avonmouth) (5.1 mi)
Test Centre Pass Rate
52.1%
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There are 8 driving instructors in North West. Prices range from £40.00 to £47.00 per hour. The average rating is 3.7 stars from 6 reviews.

8
Instructors
£43/hr
Avg Price
3.7 / 5
6 Reviews
DVSA
Approved ADIs
Learning to drive in the North West is a fantastic choice. The region offers a diverse range of driving experiences. From bustling city streets to peaceful countryside roads, you will gain valuable skills. The North West is home to several well-equipped test centres. These facilities provide a great environment for learners. Local instructors are experienced and familiar with the challenges of the area. They can provide you with tailored lessons to suit your needs. Whether you're navigating the busy roads of Manchester or exploring the scenic routes of Cumbria, there's much to learn. Instructors in the North West understand the local traffic patterns and road layouts. This knowledge is invaluable for new drivers. Choosing a local instructor means you can practice on the roads you will drive on every day. This practical experience helps build confidence and prepare you for your driving test. With a wide selection of instructors to compare, you can find the right fit for your learning style. Start your driving journey in the North West with confidence and skill.
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CM
9.5 mi

Craig Morris

Bourne
5.0
4 reviews
Automatic 60 min Weekends
Kia Rio

Craig Morris is a Grade A, fully qualified and approved DVSA driving instructor with over 14 years of experience, specialising in automatic driving l…

Nervous Drivers
£40 /hour
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Sarah
8.2 mi

Sarah

Bristol
3.0
1 review
Manual & Auto 60 min

Sarah is a friendly, well-respected driving instructor based in North Bristol. She is brilliant at building confidence, even if you feel very nervous…

Nervous Drivers Refresher Motorway
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AA
8.2 mi

Abdul Ahmed

Bristol
3.0
1 review
Manual & Auto 120 min Evenings + Weekends

Abdul Ahmed is the owner and lead instructor at Drivehassans, with over a decade of experience as an Approved Driving Instructor. Since qualifying in…

Nervous Drivers Refresher Intensive Pass Plus
£47 /hour
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TP
0 mi

Turning Point

North West
Manual & Auto 60 min Evenings + Weekends

Turning Point Driving School is a friendly, professional school based in the North West. They offer high quality driving lessons that fit around what…

Nervous Drivers Refresher Intensive Motorway +1
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Joel
8.2 mi

Joel

Bristol
Manual & Auto 90 min Evenings + Weekends

Joel is an experienced driving instructor based in Bristol with a strong record of helping people pass. Since August 2012 he's helped 421 learners ge…

Nervous Drivers Refresher
£47 /hour
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P
8.2 mi

Pete

Bristol
Manual & Auto 60 min Weekends

Pete has been teaching people to drive since 2001, so you get over 20 years of real experience when you learn with him. He is fully qualified and hol…

Intensive
£40 /hour
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Steve Warcup
9.5 mi

Steve Warcup

Bourne
Manual & Auto 60 min

Steve Warcup is a top Grade A ADI, scoring 47 out of 51, which is the highest standard you can get. He's one of the most experienced instructors in L…

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David Spencer
9.5 mi

David Spencer

Bourne
Manual & Auto 60 min Evenings + Weekends

David Spencer is a fully qualified, DVSA registered Approved Driving Instructor and has been teaching since 1995. He runs 2-Learn Driving School on h…

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Learning to Drive in North West

Learning to drive in North West puts you close to Bristol test routes and busy port roads around Avonmouth. Traffic mixes heavy goods vehicles and commuter flows, so you learn to handle roundabouts and slip-roads early on. Lessons here tend to include short motorway-style junctions and industrial estate manoeuvres as standard. With only eight local instructors on offer, you'll want to plan lessons in advance.

Nearest Test Centre: Bristol (Avonmouth)

Bristol (Avonmouth) is the nearest DVSA centre, about 5.1 miles away by road. Expect a mix of industrial roads and residential streets on the test routes, and some motorway slip-roads nearby. The centre records a 52.1% pass rate, which is above the national average (Data source: DVSA 2024-2025). Tests are reasonably frequent with 843 taken last year at this centre (Data source: DVSA 2024-2025).

52.1%
Overall Pass Rate
52.3%
Male Pass Rate
51.8%
Female Pass Rate
5.1 mi
Distance

Data source: DVSA (2024-2025)

Pass Rate Analysis

Bristol (Avonmouth) posts a 52.1% pass rate compared with the national average of 47.3% (Data source: DVSA 2024-2025). Male candidates passed at 52.3% while female candidates passed at 51.8% at Avonmouth (Data source: DVSA 2024-2025). Nearby Bristol centres show similar figures, with Brislington at 48.3% and Southmead at 47.8%, which sit closer to the national average (Data source: DVSA 2024-2025). Overall you are more likely to pass at Avonmouth than at the national level, based on recent data (Data source: DVSA 2024-2025).

Local Driving Tips

Start lessons on quieter residential streets before moving to the dockland and Avonmouth roundabout. Practice merging and lane discipline on slip-roads, as tests often use the M5 approaches. Watch for large vehicles around industrial estates and give them extra space when they turn. Try mock tests that include parallel parking and bay parking at locations similar to the test centre. Time lessons to avoid peak commuter hours on the A403 and nearby routes when you want quieter practice.

Choosing an Instructor in North West

Look for instructors who know the Avonmouth and Bristol test routes and have recent test-day experience. With eight local instructors, availability can be tight, so check how soon you can book regular slots. Expect to pay around the local average of £43 per hour, but ask about block-book discounts and holiday-cover arrangements. Pick someone who offers both lesson pick-up near your area and mock test sessions at the Avonmouth centre.

Lesson Costs in North West

Local lessons average about £43 per hour. Prices vary with instructor experience, vehicle type and whether you book single lessons or block packages.

Getting Started

Apply for a provisional licence before booking lessons and theory tests. Take structured lessons, then book your theory test and, when ready, a practical test at Bristol (Avonmouth) which is roughly 5.1 miles away. Use mock tests to build confidence on the local routes and book early due to limited local instructor numbers.

Frequently Asked Questions

Last reviewed: February 2026

The nearest DVSA test centre is Bristol (Avonmouth), about 5.1 miles away.
Bristol (Avonmouth) has a 52.1% pass rate according to the latest data (Data source: DVSA 2024-2025).
At Bristol (Avonmouth) male candidates passed at 52.3% and female candidates at 51.8% (Data source: DVSA 2024-2025).
There are eight instructors listed for the North West area.
The local average lesson price is about £43 per hour.
Other nearby DVSA centres include Bristol (Brislington) and Bristol (Southmead), both reachable in under 8 miles from North West.
Learning time varies with your availability and aptitude, but most learners need several months of regular lessons.
Test routes combine residential streets, industrial estate access roads and motorway slip-roads, so you will practice junctions and merging.
Bristol (Avonmouth) handled 843 tests in the latest year of available data, so it runs a steady schedule (Data source: DVSA 2024-2025).
Many instructors offer mock tests and will drive you on routes similar to Avonmouth on request.
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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