Location Overview – Banbury is a historic market town in Oxfordshire, located on the River Cherwell. It is known for its rich history, including its association with the English Civil War and the famous “Banbury Cross” mentioned in the nursery rhyme. The town has a mix of old and new architecture, with a charming town centre featuring traditional pubs, shops, and a weekly market. Banbury is also an important commercial and commuter hub, with good transport links including a mainline railway station. Nearby attractions include the Cotswolds, Broughton Castle, and the Oxford Canal.

Our Driving Course Types, available in Banbury:

We cater for both business and private clients across the UK. Our courses include:

Company Vehicle Training – Tailored courses for car and van drivers in business fleets
UK Driving Familiarisation – Designed for drivers who are new to UK roads and driving culture
Young Driver Development – Confidence-building sessions for younger or newly qualified drivers
Motorway Confidence Coaching – Helping drivers feel safer and more in control on motorways
Motorhome Handling Courses – Focused training to build confidence driving larger leisure vehicles
Pre-Court Driving Courses – Supportive training for those facing speeding or other driving-related convictions
Driving Confidence Courses – For nervous drivers or those returning to driving after a break
Advanced & Defensive Driving – Bespoke training tailored to enhance skill, awareness, and safety
High-Performance Vehicle Training – Specialist coaching for handling powerful or performance vehicles

We provide nationwide coverage across the UK and deliver on-road training directly at your preferred location using your own vehicle. The training is customised to suit your specific needs, whether you are a business or private client.

Our Bespoke Driving Course Content:

Every driver is different, which is why we take a flexible, personalised approach to our training. During our driving courses, we cover a wide range of essential points tailored to the individual driver, including:

* Improving anticipation and forward-planning skills
* Developing greater speed awareness
* Learning to better anticipate the behaviour of other road users
* Adopting a more fuel-efficient and eco-friendly way to drive
* Building skills for driving safely in bad weather conditions
* Improving knowledge of driving rules and regulations
* Improving driver mindset and attitude
* Developing safer driving techniques on a range of roads, including motorways, rural roads, and urban routes
* Understanding the causes of road rage and how to manage situations
* Practising manoeuvres with confidence and accuracy
* Understanding different types of skids and how to respond effectively

The term ‘advanced’ and ‘defensive’ driver training relates to the approach we take when improving a driver, regardless of age and experience. These points above are just an outline; some will be more specific to some drivers, while others won’t be. That’s the bespoke nature of our training.

Discover Our Course Options and Durations:

Our UK-wide courses are available for both van and car drivers. Here’s an overview of the different duration options:

  • One Half-Day 3.5hrs – The shortest course option in our range. It’s perfect for companies training multiple drivers or for those who feel they only need a half day.

  • Two Half Days – 2 x 3.5hrs – This option is ideal for those who can’t commit to a full day of driving and prefer splitting the training into two sessions for better retention. Drivers often receive “homework” between sessions to practice what was covered, helping reinforce learning. It’s a popular choice for older drivers.

  • Full day (7hr) – A full-day course is more cost-effective per session than two separate 3.5-hour sessions and works well for those with not much available time. This option is also ideal if your employer has requested the training or if you feel a full day would be more suitable for you. For business clients, we also offer the flexibility to split a full day into AM and PM sessions.

  • Longer Sessions –  For those with specific driving challenges or who haven’t driven in some time, we offer extended courses spread over several weeks. These courses are perfect for individuals needing more comprehensive training to address long-standing issues, often those suffering significant driving anxiety or post-RTC stress. These longer sessions run over 3,4, and 5 x 3,5hr sessions.

Get in touch today for more information about how we can help you. Either use the contact form on this page or call us.

Our driver training covers a wide range of roads, some of which include:

Oxford Road (A4260) connects Banbury to Oxford and passes through Bodicote and Adderbury.
Southam Road (A423) runs north out of Banbury toward Southam and Coventry.
Warwick Road (B4100) links Banbury with the M40 and Warwick.
Hennef Way (A422) is a major dual carriageway bypassing the north of the town, linking the M40 (Junction 11) with the town centre.
A361 connects Banbury to Chipping Norton and Daventry, running through the centre of the town.
Bloxham Road (A361) runs southwest from Banbury toward Bloxham and the Cotswolds.
Cherwell Street and Bridge Street form key town centre roads linking several of these routes together.

Road Safety – Risk and Hazards in Banbury

Several roads in and around Banbury have been identified as particularly hazardous due to factors like high traffic volume, poor road conditions, and challenging terrain. Here are some of the most dangerous roads in the area:

A361 (Banbury to Chipping Norton): This stretch has been ranked among the UK’s top 50 most dangerous A-road sections due to a high frequency of fatal and serious accidents. The road is especially perilous for cyclists and motorcyclists, with 46% of accidents involving cyclists or pedestrians and another 17% involving motorcyclists.

Sun Rising Hill (A422 near Edgehill): This winding section of the A422 has been the site of multiple head-on collisions, often involving vehicles overtaking in blind spots.

North Bar Street (Banbury Town Centre): A fatal pedestrian accident on this road led to a coroner recommending a reduction in the speed limit from 30mph to 20mph. The incident highlighted concerns about pedestrian safety in busy urban areas.

Appletree Road (near Cropredy): Following the closure of the A361, heavy traffic, including HGVs, has been diverted through this narrow country lane. Residents report frequent congestion, mud-covered roads, and vehicles getting stuck, raising concerns about the safety of this route.

These roads have been the focus of safety improvement initiatives, including roadworks and speed limit reductions, to mitigate risks and enhance driver and pedestrian safety.