Driving Instructors in Sherburn

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Instructors
3
Nearest Test Centre
Durham (5.4 mi)
Test Centre Pass Rate
60.1%
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There are 3 driving instructors in Sherburn. The average rating is 5 stars from 7 reviews.

3
Instructors
5 / 5
7 Reviews
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Geoff
3.9 mi

Geoff

Durham
5.0
6 reviews
Manual & Auto 60 min Evenings + Weekends

Geoff is a friendly, down to earth driving instructor based in Durham city centre, with over 8 years of experience helping people become safe, confid…

Nervous Drivers Refresher Intensive Motorway +1
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Tony
7.1 mi

Tony

Chester-le-Street
5.0
1 review
Manual & Auto 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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Ian McQuillan
4.2 mi

Ian McQuillan

County Durham
Manual & Auto 60 min Evenings + Weekends
Mercedes A Class

Ian McQuillan is a fully qualified Grade A Approved Driving Instructor with over 19 years of experience, running his own driving school in County Dur…

Nervous Drivers Refresher Intensive Motorway +1
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Learning to Drive in Sherburn

Sherburn sits on the edge of Durham with a village feel and quick access to the city. Roads are a mix of quiet residential streets and faster routes toward Durham and the A1(M). Lessons here tend to cover clutch control in narrow lanes and roundabout practice before heading to busier roads. You get local driving that prepares you for both rural lanes and urban traffic.

Nearest Test Centre: Durham

Durham test centre is the nearest, about 5.4 miles from Sherburn. Expect a mix of town and suburban routes on the test, and occasional motorway-driving lessons if you need them. The centre runs around 6,690 tests a year, so booking can be competitive, especially at peak times. Data source: DVSA 2024-2025.

60.1%
Overall Pass Rate
64.9%
Male Pass Rate
56.2%
Female Pass Rate
5.4 mi
Distance

Data source: DVSA (2024-2025)

Pass Rate Analysis

Durham test centre has a pass rate of 60.1% (Data source: DVSA 2024-2025), considerably above the national average of 47.3% (Data source: DVSA 2024-2025). Male candidates in Durham pass at 64.9% and female candidates at 56.2% (Data source: DVSA 2024-2025). Nearby Sunderland and Hartlepool report pass rates of 41.6% and 42.0% respectively, which are below the national average (Data source: DVSA 2024-2025).

Local Driving Tips

Start lessons on the quieter estate roads so you can get clutch and mirror control right before tackling main roads. Practice joining and leaving the A1(M) if your instructor offers motorway lessons, and work on roundabout technique near the approaches to Durham. Pay attention to narrow village streets and parked cars when practising in Sherburn, they change the space you can use. Time a few lessons for school-run hours so you learn to handle sudden crossings and buses. Use mock tests that include routes into Durham city centre and the A690 approaches to replicate test conditions.

Choosing an Instructor in Sherburn

There are three local instructors listed for Sherburn, so availability can be limited at peak times. Look for an instructor who offers a clear lesson plan, uses routes that include Durham test centre roads, and teaches the car type you want to drive. Ask about pass rates and lesson structure, and check for block-booking discounts if you plan intensive training. Expect to pay more for instructors who provide their own dual-controlled car and flexible hours.

Lesson Costs in Sherburn

Lesson prices in the area vary by instructor experience, car type and lesson length. Evening and weekend lessons, instructor reputation and intensive courses will usually affect the cost.

Getting Started

Apply for your provisional driving licence online or by post before you book lessons. Study for and book your theory test, then start lessons with a qualified instructor while you prepare. When you're ready, book the practical test at Durham test centre and practise the exact routes your instructor uses to build confidence.

Frequently Asked Questions

Last reviewed: February 2026

Durham test centre is about 5.4 miles from Sherburn, a short drive that typically puts you into suburban and city-centre roads used on the test.
The nearest centre, Durham, has a pass rate of 60.1%, which is higher than the national average of 47.3% (Data source: DVSA 2024-2025).
In Durham male candidates pass at 64.9% and female candidates at 56.2% (Data source: DVSA 2024-2025).
There are three instructors listed in Sherburn, so you may need to book early for preferred times.
Tests from Durham centre typically include a mix of town streets and busier approaches into the city, so you should expect both rural lanes and urban junctions during your practice.
Learning time varies by learner, lesson frequency and aptitude, but regular weekly lessons plus private practice tends to be the fastest route.
There is no set local average provided, but prices depend on instructor experience, car type, lesson length and time of day.
Durham shows a higher pass rate at 60.1% compared with Sunderland's 41.6% and Hartlepool's 42.0% (Data source: DVSA 2024-2025).
Some instructors include motorway lessons, especially since routes from Sherburn often lead to the A1(M) and other major roads.
Durham runs about 6,690 tests a year, so test slots can fill up, particularly at popular times and in school holiday periods.
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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