Driving Lessons in Lancashire
From £30/hr·Average £37/hr
Lancashire's Top Picks
Driving Schools in Lancashire
88 schools
Lance School of Motoring
Single instructor operation with detailed expertise in test manoeuvres—Lance provides comprehensive guides on everything from parallel parking to crossroads handling, tailored to Southport's test centre requirements. £46/hour for single lessons, or £420 for 10 lessons (7% saving) and £820 for 20 lessons (9% saving).Single instructor operation with detailed expertise in test manoeuvres—Lance provides comprehensive guides on everything from parallel parking to crossroads...
BDS Driving School
£41/hour for standard lessons, with intensive courses from 10 to 50 hours starting at £410. A 25-year-established school with consistent first-time passes shown on their recent passes wall, offering flexible block deals across manual and automatic options. Fully refundable deposit on Fast Pass courses means you can commit risk-free.£41/hour for standard lessons, with intensive courses from 10 to 50 hours starting at £410. A 25-year-established school with consistent first-time passes shown...
Easy Going
Polish instructor offering learner driving lessons across Lancashire with flexible scheduling: weekday, evening, and weekend courses plus intensive options. Manual lessons from £40/hour (£39/h for 10-hour blocks, £38/h for 20 hours); automatic from £45/hour with similar bulk discounts. Experienced in preparing students for the practical test with a calm, professional approach.Polish instructor offering learner driving lessons across Lancashire with flexible scheduling: weekday, evening, and weekend courses plus intensive options....
DSM School Of Motoring
500+ passes to date with all instructors Grade A qualified. Intensive courses from £340 for 10 hours, with theory and practical test booking included; flexible payment options include 30-day payment plans and 3-installment splits. Home pickups across most of Great Britain, plus student discounts available.500+ passes to date with all instructors Grade A qualified. Intensive courses from £340 for 10 hours, with theory and practical test booking included; flexible...
MHD - Michael H Driver Training
Michael brings accident-free driving experience across European roads and a genuine passion for making roads safer through quality instruction. Standard 2-hour lessons start at £40/hour (manual) or £47.50/hour (automatic), with block deals from £38/hour (10-hour manual block at £380) and intensive courses saving significantly—40 hours manual for £1,800 or 30 hours automatic for £1,500. An unlimited lesson package at £2,000 offers complete flexibility for learners wanting unrestricted access.Michael brings accident-free driving experience across European roads and a genuine passion for making roads safer through quality instruction. Standard 2-hour...
AGS Driving School
Known for building confidence in nervous and fearful learners, Andy delivers patient, one-to-one lessons tailored to your pace with a calm teaching style that focuses on safe driving, not just test passing. Two-hour lessons at £44/hour or £43/hour in a 10-hour block (£430), with free access to Theory Test Pro and progress tracking via the Total Drive app.Known for building confidence in nervous and fearful learners, Andy delivers patient, one-to-one lessons tailored to your pace with a calm teaching style that...
Dr22ver
98% first-time pass rate backed by consistently strong student reviews praising patient, supportive instruction. Lessons from £37 per hour, with block deals at £180 for five lessons or £360 for ten, plus Pass Plus courses available. Flexible scheduling seven days a week including evenings and weekends makes fitting lessons around work or study straightforward.98% first-time pass rate backed by consistently strong student reviews praising patient, supportive instruction. Lessons from £37 per hour, with block deals at...
Driving Instructor Burnley
A 98% first-time pass rate school with a local instructor specialising in nervous drivers and learners seeking real-world road practice on actual test routes. Automatic driving lessons at £35/hour or £70 for 2 hours, with intensive courses available at £2,140 for 45 hours. Friendly, patient teaching tailored to individual learning styles, with no hidden charges.A 98% first-time pass rate school with a local instructor specialising in nervous drivers and learners seeking real-world road practice on actual test routes....
Clearway Driving School
Blackpool's longest-established school of motoring with 59 years' experience, voted Best Driving School in Blackpool 2024 and finalist in the ADI Industry Achievement Awards. £45 per hour or £430 for a 10-hour block, with intensive courses that include a guaranteed test on completion. Consistently praised for calm, patient instruction that delivers first-time passes.Blackpool's longest-established school of motoring with 59 years' experience, voted Best Driving School in Blackpool 2024 and finalist in the ADI Industry...
Auto Lessons
12 years' experience teaching nervous, older, and disabled drivers with a track record of first-time passes. £40/hour for pay-as-you-go lessons, or save up to £10/hour with block deals ranging from 10 to 40 hours (£330–£1,200). Pass Plus courses and refresher lessons also available.12 years' experience teaching nervous, older, and disabled drivers with a track record of first-time passes. £40/hour for pay-as-you-go lessons, or save up to...
Chris Conway ADI
Former shipyard joiner with 20+ years' teaching experience, Chris started his driving school in 2001 after a career mentoring apprentices. His passion for both teaching and cars shines through in lessons at £40/hour, with a Ford Fiesta fitted with dual controls so he can demonstrate manoeuvres without swapping seats. A learner who hadn't driven in 22 years passed with no minor faults, gaining confidence and knowledge that exceeded previous instruction.Former shipyard joiner with 20+ years' teaching experience, Chris started his driving school in 2001 after a career mentoring apprentices. His passion for both...
The Bay School of Motoring
Multiple first-time passes and consistently praised for creating a relaxed, supportive learning environment. £40/hour or £380 for a 10-hour block, with mock tests, refresher courses, and Pass Plus tuition also available. Patient female instructor who tailors lessons to all ages and abilities.Multiple first-time passes and consistently praised for creating a relaxed, supportive learning environment. £40/hour or £380 for a 10-hour block, with mock...
Coached by Daniel
£40/hour for standard lessons, or save with block bookings from £234 for 6 hours up to £390 for 10 hours. The Semi-Intensive Course at £1,462 is described as the most popular and successful form of intensive training, combining quick progress with a comfortable pace over 2-10 weeks. All pupils access the LDC learning hub and video series, with test fees and resources included in course packages.£40/hour for standard lessons, or save with block bookings from £234 for 6 hours up to £390 for 10 hours. The Semi-Intensive Course at £1,462 is described as...
Tinsley School of Motoring
Over 25 years of driving experience including large goods vehicles, with most new learners coming from personal recommendations. Lessons start from £38/hour (£40 after 18:00), with discounts available for block bookings. Andrew emphasises progressive, structured learning over time rather than intensive courses, building confidence through real-world road experience.Over 25 years of driving experience including large goods vehicles, with most new learners coming from personal recommendations. Lessons start from £38/hour...
Terry Driving School
Solo instructor Terry delivers one-to-one lessons in a modern Ford Puma, tailoring each session to your pace and learning style in a calm, confidence-building environment. £35 per hour or £330 for a 10-hour block, with 2-hour lessons at £68. Intensive courses available to help you pass in around 2 weeks.Solo instructor Terry delivers one-to-one lessons in a modern Ford Puma, tailoring each session to your pace and learning style in a calm, confidence-building...
The One Driver Training
Multiple first-time passes and strong reviews highlight this school's teaching approach, with students praising instructors Steve Conway and Glyn Jones for rebuilding confidence after previous bad experiences. Lessons start at £34/hour with discounted block bookings available for 10 hours. Online theory practice and test booking services are included for all students.Multiple first-time passes and strong reviews highlight this school's teaching approach, with students praising instructors Steve Conway and Glyn Jones for...
Driving School Preston
£40/hour for standard lessons or £80 for two hours, with 10-hour block deals at £380. Intensive courses range from 10 to 45 hours (£610–£2,140), flexible enough to fit learning around your schedule. Female instructors available throughout the service area.£40/hour for standard lessons or £80 for two hours, with 10-hour block deals at £380. Intensive courses range from 10 to 45 hours (£610–£2,140), flexible enough...
Acorn School of Motoring
£38/hour for standard lessons or £360 for a 10-hour block, with weekend lessons available at £40-£80 per session. Intensive courses range from 10 to 45 hours with test fees included, compressed into 2 to 12 weeks depending on your pace. A female instructor option is available at the same hourly rate.£38/hour for standard lessons or £360 for a 10-hour block, with weekend lessons available at £40-£80 per session. Intensive courses range from 10 to 45 hours...
Wheels Driving School
Grade A instructor with over 20 years' experience, originally a professional safari driver in Kenya before establishing his own school in 1985. £37/hour for automatic lessons, with block booking deals, student discounts, and free theory practice support included. Teaches in seven languages including English, Gujarati, Urdu, Punjabi, and Hindi, plus offers intensive courses and motorway lessons.Grade A instructor with over 20 years' experience, originally a professional safari driver in Kenya before establishing his own school in 1985. £37/hour for...
Preston Driving School
Straightforward pricing with a trial hour at just £20 and 10-hour block deals from £330. Lessons start from £34/hour for manual or £35/hour for automatic driving lessons, with flexible scheduling including semi-intensive courses for those wanting to progress faster.Straightforward pricing with a trial hour at just £20 and 10-hour block deals from £330. Lessons start from £34/hour for manual or £35/hour for automatic...
Block Booking Deals in Lancashire
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Lancashire Test Centres and Pass Rates
Based on the latest DVSA data, 2024–25 | 9 nearby test centres
Men achieved 55.1% across Lancashire compared to women at 50.7%, with eight centres conducting 61,004 tests between 2024 and 2025. Southport (Liverpool) leads with 59.2% pass rates thanks to its gentler coastal roads, while Blackburn with Darwen proves toughest at 47.8% due to steep hills and busy industrial routes. The county's test routes vary dramatically from quiet Heysham streets to challenging Preston ring roads and mill town gradients. Automatic learners achieved 49.8% across all centres.
Southport (Liverpool)
7,231 tests takenBolton (Manchester)
11,879 tests takenHeysham
3,735 tests takenPreston
11,380 tests takenBlackpool
6,271 tests takenChorley
5,257 tests takenNelson
6,366 tests takenBlackburn with Darwen
8,885 tests takenAtherton (Manchester)
7,690 tests taken| Test Centre | Female | Male | Automatic | Overall | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southport (Liverpool) | 58.8% | 59.6% | 58.5% | 59.2% | 7,231 |
| Bolton (Manchester) | 53.1% | 59.9% | 51.0% | 56.7% | 11,879 |
| Heysham | 55.5% | 54.6% | 45.5% | 55.0% | 3,735 |
| Preston | 53.1% | 54.2% | 45.8% | 53.7% | 11,380 |
| Blackpool | 49.4% | 49.7% | 47.3% | 49.6% | 6,271 |
| Chorley | 49.2% | 47.6% | 40.5% | 48.3% | 5,257 |
| Nelson | 43.6% | 51.8% | 45.1% | 47.9% | 6,366 |
| Blackburn with Darwen | 45.6% | 49.7% | 47.7% | 47.8% | 8,885 |
| Atherton (Manchester) | 43.9% | 44.8% | 39.4% | 44.4% | 7,690 |