Driving Lessons in Chorley
You'll find 3 driving schools in Chorley offering competitive rates from £38-£40 per hour, all maintaining outstanding 5-star ratings. One school provides automatic driving lessons, while another offers intensive courses for faster qualification. The town benefits from excellent test centre access, with Preston achieving a strong 53.7% pass rate and Bolton (Manchester) reaching an impressive 56.7% success rate.
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Driving Schools in Chorley
3 schools
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...
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...
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Chorley Test Centres and Pass Rates
Based on the latest DVSA data, 2024–25 | 5 nearby test centres
Preston leads the way with 53.7% while Blackburn with Darwen proves most challenging at 47.8% across these 4 Lancashire centres that handled 37,401 tests between 2024 and 2025. The area's mill town heritage creates varied conditions, from Bolton's hillier approaches and complex town centre one-way system to Chorley's more manageable suburban sprawl. Bolton achieved an impressive 56.7% despite its challenging topography, suggesting good test route design. Automatic drivers found most success at Bolton with 51%, compared to around 40-48% elsewhere. Women's performance ranged from 45.6% at Blackburn to 53.1% at both Preston and Bolton, with men consistently scoring 2-6 points higher.
Bolton (Manchester)
11,879 tests takenPreston
11,380 tests takenChorley
5,257 tests takenBlackburn with Darwen
8,885 tests takenAtherton (Manchester)
7,690 tests taken| Test Centre | Female | Male | Automatic | Overall | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bolton (Manchester) | 53.1% | 59.9% | 51.0% | 56.7% | 11,879 |
| Preston | 53.1% | 54.2% | 45.8% | 53.7% | 11,380 |
| Chorley | 49.2% | 47.6% | 40.5% | 48.3% | 5,257 |
| 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 |