Driving Lessons in Bury

How to pick a driving instructor and pass your test faster in Bury

Choosing a driving school in Bury

We get that you’re looking for a driving school who:

  • Builds your driving ability
  • Makes learning to drive enjoyable
  • Is affordable

Which is why we've laid out 4 steps to finding a quality driving instructor in Bury

1. Have a look at reviews online

Reading online reviews of the instructors in the local area is pretty much the number one way to understand what to expect from the nearby driving schools in Bury. Just make sure that you read reviews collated by independent sources, like Google reviews.

2. Beware of terms and conditions

If you’re like most people, the chances are you usually tick the box to say you’ve read the terms and conditions even if you haven’t. But in this scenario, it’s important that you read them carefully. Some driving schools have hidden policies, like making your driving lessons expire if you don’t use them all within a short timeframe. Don’t get caught out!

3. Make sure you can switch instructors

Check that your driving school in Burycan sort you out with someone new if you do need to swap. Some schools are too small to allow for this so it's worth checking up front.

4. Avoid long waiting times

The last thing you want is to book your driving lessons and then find out that you can’t get started for another few weeks! Many driving schools in Burywill avoid sharing this unless asked. Make sure you do to avoid disappointment.

Local driving test centres

When the time is right, you’ll need to choose a driving test centre. A good local instructor in Bury will give you a hand choosing the test centre that’s right for you, and then introduce you to the routes that could crop up on test day.

To see all of the DVSA test centres near you, check the DVSA website.

Test tips from driving instructors in Bury

Local driving instructors in Bury have given us the lowdown on passing the driving test first time.

1. Brush up on rural road driving

Our instructors in Bury say that rural roads can be difficult because usually, you’re permitted to drive on them at the national speed limit, but that’s not always an appropriate speed.

Take extra time to practise judging a sensible speed when on a country road.

2. Drive defensively

When you’re driving in urban settings you need to be aware that not all drivers will drive well, or even follow the highway code! Make sure that you anticipate the behaviour of other drivers and adapt your own driving accordingly.

3. Directions aren’t the be all and end all.

You’ll receive directions from both the examiner and a sat nav at different points in your driving test. If you realise you’re in the wrong lane at the last minute, it might be dangerous to correct yourself. If that’s the case, it’s fine to make a wrong turn - it’s more important to drive safely than to follow directions accurately, and our local driving instructors say that you’re unlikely to be penalised.

Deciding on manual or automatic driving lessons

Are you ready to learn to drive? The first step is to choose between manual and automatic driving lessons.

Manual licence holders are able to drive both manual and automatic cars, however, automatic drivers are stuck with automatic cars only.This flexibility can be handy when buying a car.

Manual driving lessons are also cheaper, as there are more manual driving instructors available. Some drivers prefer the control a manual can give while driving too.

That said, automatic cars are easier to get your head around - there’s no clutch to get the hang of! This means you may be able to pass faster by taking automatic driving lessons. Driving in heavy traffic can also be more straightforward as there's no clutch and gear changes to worry about. So if you're after a motor to drive about Burys busy roads, an automatic may be for you.

Both transmissions come with their pros and cons, so think carefully before making your decision!

Where can I find driving lessons in Bury

Regardless of where you live in Buryor the surrounding areas, our top quality driving instructors can help get you on the road.

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