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Driving Lessons Throughout Durrington
We teach students throughout Durrington village, Old Durrington, and everywhere in between. Whether you’re near the Plough Inn, among the lovely cottages in the old village, or anywhere along the Avon Valley, we come to you.
The mix of village roads, the A345 running past, and quick access to the A303 means Durrington students get proper variety in their practice. You’re learning real road skills, not just pottering about locally. Many of our Durrington students start out feeling nervous about driving, which is completely normal. We focus on building confidence at your pace, with no rushing or pressure.
About 20 minutes to Salisbury test centre means most of your lesson time is still focused practice once we get there. By test day, you’ll know the route so well you won’t feel anxious about navigating unfamiliar roads.
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- We know Durrington roads and the routes to Salisbury inside out
- Flexible scheduling that works around your life - work, family, whatever
- You'll practice the test routes so much they'll feel familiar on exam day
- Over 150 five-star reviews from students who've actually passed
- Old Durrington's narrow lanes teach close-quarters control before busier roads
- Quick A303 access means proper dual carriageway practice when you're ready
We've taught Durrington residents for years. The area's mix of old village charm and modern routes makes it ideal for comprehensive learning.
Your Driving Instructors for Durrington
I became an instructor as I loved driving and found a lot of joy in teaching in a previous job. I genuinely love the job and a lot of passion for what I do. Outside of this, you’ll find me in the gym, up a mountain or at the side of a lake, trying to catch some large carp.
I’ve been a driving instructor for over 20 years now — how time flies! I still teach with passion and a sense of fun, because I believe we all learn quicker when we’re enjoying ourselves.
Outside of lessons, I’ve recently discovered a love for gardening (I must be getting old!). I have two grown-up children who are now enjoying their independence behind the wheel, which gives me more time for long walks with my dog — and the occasional well-earned holiday.
Durrington Driving Lessons FAQs
Is the drive to Salisbury going to eat up too much lesson time?
No, you’re still learning the entire journey. That’s 40 minutes of real driving practice on proper roads each lesson, which builds experience faster than you’d think. Plus you’ll know the route to the test centre so well that come test day, you’re not navigating somewhere unfamiliar. That familiarity is actually a significant advantage.
Can you pick me up from anywhere in Durrington?
Yes, no problem at all. Village centre, Old Durrington, near the schools, Larkhill direction, wherever works for you. Just tell us where’s convenient and we’ll sort it. We know the area well after years teaching here.
Do you teach in Durrington itself or just drive to Salisbury?
Both, and the balance shifts as you improve. Early lessons often focus on Durrington roads to build confidence in familiar surroundings. As you progress, we spend more time in Salisbury on test-standard practice. You’re never just being driven about as a passenger though, every minute counts as active learning.
I work irregular hours - can you be flexible with lesson times?
Yes! Durrington has loads of people with shift work, commuting patterns, family commitments. We’ll work around your schedule rather than forcing you into slots that don’t fit. Just be upfront about your availability and we’ll sort something.
I'm nervous about driving. Will Old Durrington's narrow roads make that worse?
Actually, they’re brilliant for nervous learners. We start there precisely because they’re quieter and build your confidence with fundamental skills before introducing busier roads. Those narrow lanes teach close control in a low-pressure environment, which then makes wider roads feel easier when you progress to them.
What makes Durrington good for learning compared to other areas?
The variety, really. Old Durrington teaches narrow lane skills, the modern parts cover residential driving, the A345 gives A-road experience, and the A303 nearby offers dual carriageway practice. You get comprehensive training without traveling to different areas. Plus the route to Salisbury becomes so familiar it removes test-day stress.
Do you offer automatic lessons?
No — we teach manual lessons only.
Do you teach in the evenings or at weekends?
Yes. We offer weekdays and evenings but we don’t currently offer weekend lessons. Our lessons do fill up fast so they’re all subject to availability.
How do I book?
How long is a lesson?
Lessons are booked in 2‑hour blocks (£85).
I failed before with another instructor – can you help?
We can’t promise miracles, but we can promise a different approach. Over 150 five-star reviews say we’re pretty good at this. We’ll figure out what went wrong before, work on the specific issues, and get you test-ready properly. Loads of our students have been through failed tests with other instructors and passed with us.
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Practice Routes from Durrington
Most lessons follow a pattern that works well for Durrington students. We pick you up in the village, head to Salisbury (about 20 minutes), do the bulk of your focused practice there on test-standard roads, then drive back. That’s 40 minutes of real driving experience plus your practice time in Salisbury, which means every lesson delivers serious learning.
Early on, we’ll also practice locally in Durrington itself. The village roads are perfect for building confidence, the A345 teaches proper A-road skills, and when you’re ready, we’ll use the nearby A303 for dual carriageway experience. Old Durrington’s narrow roads with parked cars teach close-quarters vehicle control that serves you well everywhere.
By the time you take your test, you’ll have driven from Durrington to Salisbury test centre dozens of times. The route becomes so familiar you could navigate it without thinking, which removes all that stress on test day about getting lost or dealing with unfamiliar roads.
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“I would highly recommend Rich to anyone looking for driving lessons.
Rich took me from no car driving experience at all to test ready in two months, with an average of just over one 2 hour lesson per week.
Rich had a clear and effective strategy to develop my driving. Every lesson, I felt I was being appropriately challenged outside my comfort zone. And every lesson, I felt I made substantial progress.
Rich always remained calm and understanding in our lessons. I felt totally comfortable thinking aloud, and felt that no question was too basic to ask. I was especially impressed by how insightful Rich was. Whenever something went wrong, Rich was able to fully talk me through what had happened and what I needed to adjust. He constantly provided great driving tips, ranging from control of my own vehicle to how my actions affected the perceptions of other road users.”
“I was very nervous to start driving and being in the car with a stranger but Rich is patient and funny and really puts worries at ease. He was incredible with me when I would ask blunt or silly questions, always able to talk through things when I didn’t understand. And made time for me months later when I booked a second test and then passed!! 100% recommend him!”
“I want to say a massive thank you to Rich from Passmaster! At the beginning I was very nervous about driving and was struggling to get my head round the basics. Rich was extremely patient and took everything at my own pace and was more than happy to answer all questions whilst building up my knowledge and confidence.
Each lesson was tailored to my individual needs, I never felt like I was being rushed and no question was a stupid one! Every lesson was fun and we had a right laugh along the way.
When test day arrived I was very nervous and very much doubted myself, and again Rich made me feel very supported, at complete ease and I am over the moon that I passed this week with no minors which I never thought would be possible!! It has been an absolute pleasure to be taught by Rich and I will miss my Friday mornings, cannot thank Passmaster enough!”
“Rich is an absolute legend, couldn’t ask for a better instructor. So easy to get along with and is such a supportive and patient person. Passed first time thanks to him, couldn’t have done it without him.”
“Rich is amazing!! such a good teacher and made a friend in him too! so patient and easy to chat to and made learning to drive so fun – I passed first time with 3 minors and I felt well prepared for my test. I miss having my weekly lessons with him and would highly recommend to anyone looking to pass their test with ease and quickly :)”
“Rich is the nicest, most friendly driving instructor ever! He always went at my pace and reassured me when I was a bit nervous. I couldn’t believe it when I passed with only one minor, it just goes to show what a great teacher he is:-) Thanks so much Rich & I’ll miss our Thursday catch ups!”
“If you are looking for great driving school then you are at the right place! I can’t recommend Passmaster enough.
Rich was really friendly, easy to get along and a great laugh which made the whole process much more enjoyable. He is super reliable and excellent teacher with great knowledge, staying patient and calm throughout lessons, which is what you need in an instructor when learning to drive. The lessons are planned and tailored to ensure you feel comfortable and confident on the roads whilst staying safe, with any weakness you may have being worked on in good time. I passed first time with Rich and so did my brother! I honestly don’t think you could find a better instructor out there!
I can’t thank Rich enough and will definitely miss the lessons! ☺️”
“I went from no experience to passing my test on my first try in just over 3 months of lessons. Rich is a great instructor who covers all the essential skills needed for the test.
I highly recommend to anyone looking to learn how to drive. You won’t be disappointed!”
“Couldn’t speak more highly of Rich, my experience learning with him was nothing short of amazing. I had bad experiences previously with other instructors which left me with no confidence and frustrated, and in a matter of 7 months I had passed first time!! Punctual, easy going, professional, patient, supportive – everything you need in a great instructor. There are also brilliant resources available. For anyone enquiring about lessons, I promise Rich is your guy!”
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Old village or newer parts, working locally or commuting to Salisbury, we’ll make it work around your life. Over 150 five-star reviews because we focus on getting people through their tests properly. Drop us a message to arrange your first lesson.
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