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Some instructors covering Stoke Sub Hamdon
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Stuart
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…
Pete
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. …
Bryan
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…
Magdy
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 …
Graham
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…
James
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…
Simon
Simon Hunter is a friendly, fully qualified Approved Driving Instructor based in Yeovil. He runs his own independent LDC driving school and has been …
Konrad
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…
Alan
Alan is an experienced Approved Driving Instructor in Yeovil with 14 years of teaching behind him. He keeps lessons simple and clear, building your s…
Andy
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…
Learning to Drive in Stoke Sub Hamdon
Stoke Sub Hamdon sits on the edge of Ham Hill and feels rural, with narrow lanes and stone cottages. You get quick access to Yeovil for tests and lessons while still practising on quiet country roads. Local driving has a mix of hill climbs, short A-road runs and village junctions, so you learn a bit of everything. Expect practical lessons that often include Ham Hill and the A3088 towards Yeovil.
Nearest Test Centre: Yeovil
Yeovil test centre is the closest, about 2.2 miles away, so test drives are short and familiar if you practise locally. The centre reports a 52.1% pass rate, which is above the national average (Data source: DVSA, 2024-2025). You will meet a mix of town routes and nearby A-road sections on the test, and parking near the centre is usually straightforward. Tests run regularly, with 5,190 tests recorded in the period, so bookings are often available (Data source: DVSA, 2024-2025).
Data source: DVSA (2024-2025)
Pass Rate Analysis
Yeovil's pass rate is 52.1%, higher than the national average of 47.3%, which suggests local learners do reasonably well (Data source: DVSA, 2024-2025). Male candidates at Yeovil had a 54.5% pass rate and female candidates 49.9% in the same period, showing a modest gap (Data source: DVSA, 2024-2025). Nearby centres such as Taunton and Dorchester report even higher rates at 57.2% and 60.8% respectively, so some learners travel for tests (Data source: DVSA, 2024-2025).
Local Driving Tips
Start lessons on the quieter lanes off Stoke Hill before moving to the A3088 into Yeovil. Ham Hill brings steep sections and limited visibility in places, so practise hill starts and anticipation of blind bends. Expect roundabouts and junctions near Yeovil town centre, so plan sessions around these to build confidence. Watch for agricultural vehicles when you head towards country lanes, they can be slow and wide. Practise joining and leaving the A303 and A3088 if you plan longer drives, as those roads move quicker than village streets.
Choosing an Instructor in Stoke Sub Hamdon
There are only two local instructors listed, so availability can be limited, especially at busy times. Look for an instructor who knows Ham Hill and the A3088 well and who offers mock tests at the Yeovil centre. Expect to pay around the local average of £38 per hour, and compare what is included in lesson blocks. Ask about pass rates and recent test routes they use in lessons.
Lesson Costs in Stoke Sub Hamdon
Average lesson prices in the area are about 038 per hour. Costs vary with instructor experience, car type and whether you buy block bookings or intensive courses.
Getting Started
Apply for your provisional licence online or by post before booking lessons or a theory test. Start with weekly lessons on local lanes, then book the theory test when you feel ready. Arrange mock practical tests with your instructor and book the practical at Yeovil, which is only 2.2 miles away. Once you pass the practical you get your full licence and can drive without supervision.
Frequently Asked Questions
Last reviewed: February 2026
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