Location Overview – Marlow is a picturesque town located in Buckinghamshire, situated along the River Thames. Known for its charming high street, Marlow boasts a variety of independent shops, cafes, and restaurants. The town is famous for the Marlow Bridge, a beautiful 19th-century suspension bridge that crosses the Thames. Marlow has a rich history, with notable landmarks such as the All Saints Church and the local theatre. It is a popular area for outdoor activities, including rowing on the Thames, and is well connected to London by road and rail.
Our UK-wide Courses:
Our UK-wide training courses are available to both business and private clients. Each course can be fully tailored to suit drivers of any age or experience level, depending on their specific needs. While some may benefit from a broader, more general approach, others may require more specialised training. Below is a selection of the courses we offer:
Company Vehicle Training – Designed for car and van drivers
Younger Driver Training – Confidence-building sessions for young or newly qualified drivers
Driving Confidence Courses – For nervous drivers or those who have not driven for a while
Pre-Court Driver Training – Designed for those facing speeding or other driving-related convictions
Motorway Confidence Coaching – Helping those who have developed a fear of motorways
General Advanced & Defensive Driving – Bespoke training designed to enhance skill, awareness, and safety
UK Driving Familiarisation – Made for drivers who are new to UK roads
Motorhome Confidence Courses – Bespoke training to build confidence driving large leisure vehicles
High-Performance Vehicle Training – Made to help owners of performance vehicles
Some courses may combine elements from different courses, while others focus on a specific skill or need. When you book with us, you can be assured that each session will be carefully tailored to suit your individual requirements.
More Information on Our Course Content:
There are key elements we teach to make safer, more skilful drivers, regardless of age and experience. The difference is how we apply these elements from driver to driver. While all our courses are bespoke to the driver, below are a number of key points we typically cover:
Key Driving Skills
* Improving anticipation and forward-planning skills
* Practising manoeuvres (including parking) with confidence and accuracy
* Improving your levels of speed awareness and speed planning
* Learning to better anticipate the actions of other drivers and road users
Hazard and Hazard Management
* Mastering safer driving on motorways, rural roads, and urban routes
* Building skills for driving safely in poor weather conditions
* Identifying different types of skids and how to manage them
Driver Behaviour and Awareness
* Improving driver mindset and attitude
* Understanding the causes of road rage and how to manage
* Improving knowledge of road rules and driving regulations
Environmental Awareness
* Adopting fuel-efficient and eco-friendly driving habits, which will save you money and reduce wear and tear on your vehicle.
Duration Overview – What’s Best For You?
Our UK-wide courses are available for both van and car drivers. Below is an overview of the different duration options:
3.5hrs – This is the shortest course option in our range. It can be ideal for companies training two or more drivers. So a full day is split into 2 x 3.5hr. It’s also useful for those who feel they only need a half-day session to address their needs.
2 x 3.5hrs – This option is beneficial for those who can’t commit to a full day and prefer to extend the training over two sessions for a better learning experience. Often, drivers are given tasks to do between sessions to practice what was covered, which helps the overall learning experience. This course is popular with private clients.
7hrs (Full Day) – A full-day course is more cost-effective than two separate 3.5-hour sessions and is ideal for those with little time. This is a great option if your company has requested the training or if you simply feel a full day works better for you. We also offer the option to split a full day into AM and PM sessions for business clients.
Longer Courses (– For individuals with specific driving challenges or those who haven’t driven in a while, we offer longer courses that can be spread over several weeks. These options are ideal for those needing more in-depth training to address deep-rooted issues, especially those who suffer some form of trauma after a road collision. These courses are in 3,4, and 5 x 3.5hr sessions.
Contact us today for more information about are bespoke courses. Either use the contact form on this page or call us.
Our driver training covers a wide range of roads, some of which include:
- The High Street – The central road in Marlow, lined with shops, cafes, and restaurants.
- Spittal Street – A key road that runs parallel to the High Street, connecting to the River Thames and residential areas.
- Glade Road – A main road running through the town, connecting to Marlow Bottom and leading towards the A404.
- Marlow Bottom Road – A road that leads to Marlow Bottom, a village area located just to the south of Marlow.
- Bridge Street – Located near the Marlow Bridge, it connects the town centre to the surrounding areas and is a busy route for traffic crossing the Thames.
These are some of the key roads in Marlow that connect its various areas and provide access to surrounding locations.
Road Safety – Risks and Hazards in Marlow
- A404
- This dual carriageway, which runs south of Marlow, connects the M40 to Marlow and has been the site of multiple serious accidents, including a fatal six-vehicle crash in October 2024.
- It is heavily trafficked and has seen collisions involving both cars and heavy goods vehicles.
- West Street
- Located in the town centre, West Street has been identified as a hazardous area due to narrow roads, high pedestrian activity, and large delivery vehicles.
- In November 2023, an elderly pedestrian was seriously injured after being struck by a lorry near Sainsbury’s store.
- Sheepridge Lane
- Connecting Little Marlow to Flackwell Heath, this rural, winding road with a 60mph speed limit has been the site of numerous crashes.
- Local residents have called for a reduction in speed limits to improve safety.
- A4155 (near the town centre)
- This stretch of road, particularly dangerous for cyclists, has seen multiple accidents, including serious incidents between 2014 and 2019.
- The high traffic volumes and narrow lanes make it a risky area for two-wheelers.
These roads highlight areas in Marlow where safety improvements are necessary to reduce the risk of accidents. Local authorities and residents continue to advocate for changes to improve road safety.