Driving Lessons in Barrow In Furness
Barrow-in-Furness has 1 driving school with a 5-star rating at £40 per hour and 39 independent driving instructors, including 10 independent female driving instructors. The local test centre stands out with an impressive 69.6% pass rate based on the latest DVSA data, one of the highest in the country, making it a particularly encouraging place to take your test.
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Driving schools and instructors in Barrow In Furness
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.
Barrow In Furness Test Centres and Pass Rates
With 1,735 tests taken from 2024 to 2025, this Cumbrian centre achieved an impressive 61.9% pass rate. The town's peninsular location means fewer complex traffic systems and more straightforward residential areas for learners to navigate. Women passed at 60.7% while men achieved 62.9%, both well above national averages. The shipyard town's industrial roads provide good dual carriageway practice, while quieter residential streets around Walney Island offer ideal conditions for perfecting maneuvers. Automatic pass rates reached 52.3%, reflecting the generally favorable driving conditions in this less congested corner of Cumbria.
Barrow In Furness
1,699 tests taken · 4 week wait| Test Centre | Female | Male | Automatic | Overall | Tests | Wait |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barrow In Furness | 68.1% | 71.2% | 58.1% | 69.6% | 1,699 | 4 weeks |