Our Range of Driving Courses:
We offer a range of bespoke driver training for both business and private clients. Our courses include:
* Company drivers, which include both car and van
* Pre-court courses
* High-performance driver training
* Confidence driving courses
* Motorhome training
* Motorway confidence
* UK Familiarisation
We offer nationwide coverage across the UK and come directly to you for the on-road training, which takes place in your own vehicle. Whether for business or private clients, the training is tailored to meet your unique needs. We offer bespoke driving courses across the UK, including Herefordshire.
During our advanced/defensive training, we try to cover a wide range of things, including:
* Creating increased powers of anticipation and planning
* Being aware of speed limits and controlling your speed
* Improving a driver’s overall attitude to driving on UK roads
* Safer driving on motorways, rural roads and in the town
* Educating drivers about the rules of the road
* Better understanding of the reasons for road rage
* Manoeuvres
* Driving in dangerous weather
* Risks linked to urban driving and being aware of at-risk road users
* Learning the difference between different skids
* Learning to drive in a more economical way
* How to anticipate the actions of other motorists
Following your training, you’ll receive a comprehensive driving report that highlights your driving performance both before and after the course. This allows you to clearly see the improvements made and the specific areas where progress has occurred.
Each client receives a personalised report containing valuable insights and detailed feedback. Every report is fully documented and includes a unique verification number, allowing for easy reference and retrieval of the original copy if needed. This feature is particularly helpful when training is undertaken at the request of an employer.
We’ve delivered a number of courses for both individual clients and companies in and around Hereford. Thanks to Hereford’s location, we have easy access to major routes like the M5 and M50 for motorway training, as well as a diverse network of rural roads throughout the county, perfect for developing driver skills.
Key learning points of our driver training:
* Become a safer, more skilful driver
* Address any issues which could be impacting you as a driver
* Demonstrate your intention to become a safer, improved driver
* Finally, deal with and address issues which may have been holding you back
For commercial clients, training is a little different – the end client, the person who is receiving the training, is often not the person who decides to do the training. While we help the driver to improve, from a commercial perspective, your business will benefit from:
- Demonstrating your business’s Duty of Care
- Potentially lower your fleet insurance costs
- Providing the opportunity for an employee to develop
- Showing you care
- Lower fuel costs
Half or Full Day?
The half-day is ideal for those who have a large number of drivers to train and want to take advantage of the time and cost savings associated with such. The full day is ideal for drivers who want to experience an intensive advanced driving course, and really want to iron out any bad habits they may have.
We do tend to find a lot of clients opt for the full-day session, and book one driver in the morning and one in the afternoon – there is no additional charge for this, and it works really well.
When we train drivers, we look at building the course around their specific needs. We initially let them drive for a short period of time, and then after a friendly debrief, we look at introducing a number of advanced driving techniques such as forward planning, the system of car control, advanced observation and much more.
The main part of the course is designed to improve the driver, and we find the best approach here is to work on their specific driving style and requirements and adjust the training to fit with their needs.
Contact us:
We would be delighted to hear from you about your exact requirements. Our team are trained to not only advise on course information and how they run, but they also offer a non-judgmental approach for those who wish to open up and discuss the specific issues. We know that for some, this is the first step in reaching out on their journey to confident driving.
Please contact us online or call us. Whether you’re a business client or a private individual, we can help you. We aim to get back to email enquiries within 2 hours during working hours.
Road Safety Risks and Information – Herefordshire
When reviewing accident statistics across Hereford, it’s clear that collision rates are high on many routes. This is likely due to the combination of fast-moving A roads set in rural landscapes, where varying road surfaces, sharp bends, and undulating terrain can make driving especially challenging. In these conditions, maintaining moderate speeds and practicing forward observation is crucial for safety.
One of the most dangerous stretches is the A49 from Hereford, which connects the A40 to the M50. This route has seen a significant number of serious and, sadly, fatal accidents. Similarly, the A465 towards Abergavenny—particularly at the B4348 crossroads near Winnal—is another high-risk area. Many rural collisions occur where minor lanes intersect with busy A roads, a common hazard in this region.
On the way to the M5 via the A40 and M50, there are several additional points of concern. These include the area around Whitchurch on the A40 and the M50 roundabout junction. The A417, connecting Leominster to Cirencester, is also a high-risk route, especially during peak hours, due to its heavy use by haulage and passenger vehicles as the most direct link from Herefordshire to London.
Perhaps one of the most hazardous roads in the entire county is the A4137, running from Harwood End to Whitchurch. Known for its fast speeds, numerous junctions, and deceptive corners, this road regularly catches drivers off guard. A common issue here is excessive speed combined with a failure to properly read the road ahead.
In Hereford’s town centre, accident rates also remain high. Key trouble spots include the A438 ring road and the A465, particularly around traffic-light-controlled junctions and roundabouts. Urban driving demands patience, awareness, and defensive driving skills that many drivers underestimate or lack. While we can’t control the behavior of every road user, we can teach drivers how to anticipate potential hazards and avoid incidents without compromising their journey.
The retail district’s one-way system—including East Street, West Street, Broad Street, and Aubrey Street- is another area where incidents are common. Drivers who frequent these roads should remain especially vigilant.
Outside the town centre, rural Herefordshire offers stunning scenery and attracts many visitors, particularly in the summer. However, rural roads often present greater risks than urban or motorway routes. Accidents here can be more severe, and emergency response times are often delayed due to the remoteness of these locations. Some of the worst-affected areas include Wallflower Row near Hampton Bishop and Tillington Road across the Common. The A4110 heading north is also particularly dangerous, especially near Mortimer Cross and Aymestrey.
If you regularly travel specific routes in the Hereford area and would like to know more about potential accident hotspots, feel free to contact us. We offer a free-of-charge service to help you stay informed and safe on the road.