Driving lessons Bristol

Bristol in South West England offers a comprehensive choice of driving instructors, all offering a variety of driving lessons in Bristol. These range from beginner lessons to refresher courses for the experienced driver.

First get your provisional licence, and then take Bristol driving lessons

Before taking your driving lessons in Bristol, you must apply for your provisional driving licence, which will then allow you to drive on public roads. However, you must be accompanied by a passenger in the front seat who is over the age of 21, able and fit to drive who and has had their full driving licence for at least three years.

The earliest you can get your provisional licence is on your 17th birthday, though you can apply up to three months beforehand. This can be done online by visiting the DVLA website.

Learning to drive in Bristol city

Bristol is the most populous city in South West England and with several road links to English and Welsh cities, including London, the city traffic is busy. This causes congestion, and for those learning to drive in Bristol, dealing with busy roads can be difficult.

Familiarise yourself with the local roads before starting your driving lessons in Bristol. When you feel ready to start your lessons, your instructor will take you through a course of driving lessons in Bristol where you will practise all the skills needed before sitting your driving test.

There are three driving test centres in Bristol. These are located in Brislington, Southmead and St George.

Surrounding areas of Bristol for driving lessons

There is a wide range of motoring schools in Bristol and the surrounding towns and border cities. These include towns Kingswood, Mangotsfield, Stoke Gifford, Winterbourne, Frampton Cotterell, Almondsbury and Easton-in-Gordon.

Driving lessons in Gloucester and other large neighbouring towns are also available.