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Some instructors covering Telford
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Dave
Dave Langridge has helped over 30 years of students become safe, confident drivers. Based in Telford, he's known for his patient, friendly approach a…
Ian
Ian Brain runs Drive With Brain's, a driving school based right in the heart of Telford. He's got a real knack for building up your confidence behind…
Richard
Richard Causton runs Bridge School of Motoring as an independent driving instructor. He's got a calm and patient manner that helps even the most nerv…
Mark
Mark Waring is a friendly, fully qualified driving instructor based in Telford. He runs his own independent LDC driving school and has been specially…
Tim
Tim Skidmore has helped countless learners in Telford lose their L's over many years. He runs No L's as a family business with Karen, who handles boo…
Steve
Steve Hall is one of Telford's most experienced driving instructors, with over 20 years of teaching under his belt. He's a fully qualified ADI, regis…
Learning to Drive in Telford
Learning to drive in Telford means practising on a mix of tidy town streets and faster A-roads. You will find modern roundabouts and motorway slip roads near the M54 to get used to. Telford Town Park and the Southwater shopping area are handy local landmarks for lesson routes. Lessons here feel practical and straightforward, with plenty of space to build confidence.
Nearest Test Centre: Telford
Telford test centre is about 2.9 miles from central parts of town, so travel time is usually short by car or taxi. Expect routes that include the A442 and local ring roads, plus M54 junctions on longer drives. The centre had a pass rate of 45.2% in 2024-2025, which is published by the DVSA. Data source: DVSA 2024-2025.
Data source: DVSA (2024-2025)
Pass Rate Analysis
Telford test centre recorded a 45.2% pass rate in 2024-2025, below the national average of 47.3% for the same period. Data source: DVSA 2024-2025. Male candidates at Telford passed at 46.6% and female candidates at 43.7% in 2024-2025, showing a modest gap. Data source: DVSA 2024-2025. Nearby Shrewsbury reported 48.7% and Stafford 45.7% in the same dataset, so you may consider those centres if availability affects your booking. Data source: DVSA 2024-2025.
Local Driving Tips
Start lessons by practising the town centre ring road and junctions near Southwater to get comfortable with lane choice. Work on multi-lane roundabouts and slip roads around the M54, they come up on test routes. Slow down and check for cyclists around Telford Town Park and residential estates. Practice hill starts where streets slope, and rehearse emerging at the A5 and A442 junctions. On busy shopping days expect pedestrians around the Southwater area.
Choosing an Instructor in Telford
Check for an approved driving instructor badge and ask about their experience on local routes like the M54 junctions and Telford town loops. There are currently no local instructors listed here, so availability may be limited and you might need to travel slightly further. Expect prices to vary by instructor experience and travel distance, and ask about block-booking discounts. Choose someone who knows local test routes and offers mock tests in similar conditions to the test centre.
Lesson Costs in Telford
No local average lesson price is provided for Telford in this data, so expect variation across instructors. Lesson costs usually depend on instructor experience, car type, and whether lessons include weekend or evening slots. Travelling further to reach an instructor or test centre can add to the overall cost.
Getting Started
Apply for your provisional driving licence online through GOV.UK before booking lessons. Book and pass your theory test, then start regular practical lessons with an ADI. When you and your instructor agree you are ready, book the practical test at Telford or a nearby centre, and use mock tests on the likely routes to prepare.
Frequently Asked Questions
Last reviewed: February 2026
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