Location Overview: Cobham is a picturesque village in the borough of Elmbridge, Surrey, located about 17 miles southwest of central London. It’s known for its lush countryside, exclusive residential areas, and strong sense of community, making it a popular choice for professionals, celebrities, and families. The River Mole runs through the village, adding to its scenic charm, and nearby green spaces like Painshill Park, an 18th-century landscaped garden, are popular attractions. Cobham boasts a high street filled with independent shops, restaurants, and cafes, alongside highly rated schools and excellent transport links, including quick access to the A3 and M25.
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 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:
* A3 (Portsmouth Road)
A major dual carriageway that bypasses Cobham to the south, providing direct links to London and the south coast. It’s a primary route for long-distance travel.
* A245 (Between Cobham and Byfleet)
Runs east-west through Cobham, connecting the town to the A3 and nearby towns such as Byfleet, West Byfleet, and Woking.
* Stoke Road
Connects Cobham to Stoke D’Abernon and leads toward Leatherhead. Also serves as a route to the Chelsea FC training ground.
* Downside Road
A more rural route heading south from Cobham towards Downside and the Surrey countryside.
* Anyards Road
Runs parallel to the High Street and links several residential and school areas to the town centre.
* Portsmouth Road (within Cobham)
A local section of the A307 that passes through the heart of Cobham, lined with shops, cafes, and amenities.
* Fairmile Lane
A prestigious residential road known for its large houses and proximity to woodland and golf courses.
These roads connect Cobham internally and provide important links to surrounding areas like Esher, Leatherhead, and Guildford.
Road Safety – Risks and Hazards in Cobham
Based on available data, the following roads in and around Cobham, Surrey, have been identified as having higher safety concerns:
Roads with Noted Safety Concerns in Cobham
* A245 Byfleet Road
This road has been the site of multiple serious incidents, including a fatal collision involving a car and a motorcycle in January 2013.
* Portsmouth Road (A307)
A junction on this road, specifically the Portsmouth Road and Between Streets junction on the outskirts of Cobham, has been identified as a cycling blackspot, with multiple accidents reported over a 24-month period.
* Fairmile Lane
While not specified in recent accident reports, Fairmile Lane has been identified in Surrey County Council’s ‘Vision Zero’ Road Safety Strategy 2024 to 2035 as an area for future traffic calming measures, indicating a recognition of safety concerns.
Local authorities are actively working to improve road safety through various measures, including traffic calming, enhanced signage, and public awareness campaigns.
If you need more detailed information or have specific concerns about road safety in Cobham, feel free to ask!