Location Overview – Ilminster is a market town in South Somerset, England, with a population of approximately 5,800. Located near the junction of the A303 and A358 roads, it lies about 10 miles southeast of Taunton.
The town is renowned for its 15th-century Minster Church and the 16th-century grammar school buildings. The Ilminster Meeting House serves as an art gallery and concert hall.
We offer a range of bespoke driving courses, which include:
* Business drivers, car and van
* Younger drivers
* Pre-court assessments
* Performance car training
* Confidence training
* Motorhome training
* General advanced and defensive courses
* Motorway training
* UK Familiarisation
We have full UK coverage, and we come to you. All training takes place in your own vehicle, and training, whether for a business or private customer, is bespoke to your specific needs.
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:
* Understanding your current driving skills and experience
* Identifying and removing at-risk habits
* Introducing specific advanced driving skills relevant to you
* Allowing you to get a more in-depth understanding of your vehicle
* Speed awareness and speed planning
* Advanced corners techniques
* IPSGA – The System of Car Control and applying it to your driving
* Developing forward planning and observation
* Understanding and anticipating the actions of other drivers
* Dealing with aggressive road users
* Developing a training plan based on your own needs
Duration Overview – What’s Ideal For You?
Our courses are split into 3.5-hour sessions. While some opt for 7-hour sessions, they can be hard for some drivers who are perhaps not used to driving for such a long time.
One of the most popular session formats is the 2 x 3.5hr sessions, especially for private clients, as it allows time in between each session to absorb what has been covered.
We also offer 3,4, and 5 x 3.5hr sessions. These tend to be suited to those who have very specific confidence issues or who have not driven in a long time.
If you are unsure what course is best, you can opt for one or two 3.5hr sessions and then book more on a pro-rata rate if needed.
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 in Illminster, some of which can include:
- A303 – A major road running east-west, connecting Ilminster to the wider road network, including London and the South West.
- A358 – A road linking Ilminster to Taunton and further to the M5 motorway.
- B3168 – Running south from Ilminster, this road connects to nearby towns like Chard and Crewkerne.
- B3170 – A road leading towards the village of Dowlish Wake and further east.
Road Safety – Risks and Hazards in Illminster:
One of the more dangerous roads near Ilminster is the A303, particularly the stretch that passes through the town and surrounding areas. This major road, while crucial for connecting the Southwest to the rest of the country, can be hazardous due to heavy traffic, narrow lanes in some areas, and intersections with smaller roads.
The road is known for accidents, especially around junctions like the one leading to the A358 and the local roads. The lack of dual carriageways in some places can make overtaking dangerous, and bad weather conditions often exacerbate the risks. Improvements are regularly discussed with the council, but the A303 still has a reputation for being tricky to navigate, especially during peak travel times.