Location Overview – Melton Mowbray is a historic market town located in Leicestershire, in the East Midlands of England. It is famously known as the home of the pork pie and one of the few places permitted to produce Stilton cheese. The town has a strong agricultural heritage and hosts a popular livestock market. Its rich history is reflected in landmarks such as St Mary’s Church and the picturesque town centre. Today, Melton Mowbray is both a tourist destination and a thriving community with a blend of rural charm and local industry.
Here is a list of our most popular courses, available UK-wide for private and business customers:
* Company car driver training – for van and car drivers
* UK Familiarisation – for drivers new to the UK
* Young drivers
* Motorway confidence training
* Motorhome confidence courses
* Pre-court driving courses – speeding and other pending convictions.
* Confidence driving courses
* Advanced and defensive courses – bespoke to your needs
* High-powered vehicle training
With nationwide UK coverage, we bring on-road training directly to you, conducted in your own vehicle. Each course is individually tailored to meet the unique requirements of both business and private clients.
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 Ideal For You?
Our courses are typically divided into 3.5-hour sessions. While some drivers opt for a full 7-hour session, this can be challenging for those who are not accustomed to long periods of driving.
A popular choice is the 2 x 3.5-hour session package, especially among private clients. This format provides a break between sessions, allowing time to absorb and practice what was covered before the next session.
Longer courses – For those with more specific needs, we also offer 3, 4, or 5 x 3.5-hour sessions, which are ideal for individuals facing confidence issues or those who have been away from driving for an extended period. These courses are also ideal for those suffering PTSD-related symptoms after a collision.
If you’re unsure which course suits you best, you can begin with one or two 3.5-hour sessions and, if necessary, schedule additional sessions at a pro-rata rate.
Talk to us today for more detailed information about our courses and how we can help you. Please call or email us.
Our driver training covers a wide range of roads, some of which include:
A606 – This major route connects Nottingham to Stamford, passing through Melton Mowbray. It enters the town as Nottingham Road and exits as Burton Road, serving as a primary east-west corridor.
A607 – Running from Leicester to Grantham, the A607 enters Melton Mowbray as Leicester Road and continues as Thorpe Road, providing a vital north-south link through the town.
A6006 – This road connects Asfordby to the A607, facilitating access from the west into Melton Mowbray.
B676 – Leading to Saxby Road, this route connects Melton Mowbray to nearby areas, including the Pedigree Petfoods site.
B6047 – This road starts in Melton Mowbray and heads towards Market Harborough, providing access to the east.
Road Safety – Risks and Hazards in Melton Mowbray
A606 at Six Hills Lane Junction
- This junction has been a site of multiple serious incidents
- Leicestershire County Council has implemented safety measures such as clearer signage and is considering further improvements to enhance safety at this location.
A606 between Nether Broughton and Ab Kettleby
- This stretch of road has been identified as having a higher number of collisions resulting in injuries.
- In response, Leicestershire County Council has proposed reducing the speed limit from 60mph to 50mph to improve safety.
B676 from Burton on the Wolds to Shoby Crossroads
- This rural route has been recognised as a notorious accident blackspot.
- The proposed speed limit reduction to 50mph is part of efforts to address safety concerns on this road.
B6047 Road to Market Harborough
- While popular among motorcyclists for its winding nature, this road has been associated with higher speeds and potential safety risks.
- Riders are advised to exercise caution and adhere to speed limits to ensure safety.
A607 Norman Way
- This road has been monitored for speed-related offences, with numerous fixed penalty notices and driver education courses issued in recent years.
- The presence of a fixed speed camera indicates ongoing efforts to manage speed and enhance safety on this route.