Location Overview – Loughborough is a large market town in Leicestershire, located in the East Midlands. It is best known for being home to Loughborough University, which is internationally recognised for its excellence in sports and engineering. The town has a rich industrial heritage, historically known for bell founding and the manufacture of steam locomotives. Loughborough has good transport links, including a railway station on the Midland Mainline and proximity to the M1 motorway. Today, it is a lively town combining student life, local culture, and access to the nearby countryside, such as the Charnwood Forest.
Our UK-wide Courses – Available in Loughborough:
Our UK-wide training courses are available to both business and private clients. Each course can be fully tailored to suit drivers of any age or experience level, depending on their specific needs. While some may benefit from a broader, more general approach, others may require more specialised training. Below is a selection of the courses we offer:
Company Vehicle Training – Designed for car and van drivers
Younger Driver Training – Confidence-building sessions for young or newly qualified drivers
Driving Confidence Courses – For nervous drivers or those who have not driven for a while
Pre-Court Driver Training – Designed for those facing speeding or other driving-related convictions
Motorway Confidence Coaching – Helping those who have developed a fear of motorways
General Advanced & Defensive Driving – Bespoke training designed to enhance skill, awareness, and safety
UK Driving Familiarisation – Made for drivers who are new to UK roads
Motorhome Confidence Courses – Bespoke training to build confidence driving large leisure vehicles
High-Performance Vehicle Training – Made to help owners of performance vehicles
Some courses may combine elements from different courses, while others focus on a specific skill or need. When you book with us, you can be assured that each session will be carefully tailored to suit your individual requirements.
What Our Courses Cover:
Our advanced and defensive driver training is tailored to cover a broad range of key areas, depending on the specific course selected and the individual skills and experience of each driver. Some of the core topics we typically address include:
* Enhancing anticipation and forward-planning skills
* Developing greater speed awareness and control
* Improving driver mindset and attitude behind the wheel
* Mastering safer driving techniques across motorways, rural roads, and urban environments
* Deepening knowledge of road rules and driving regulations
* Understanding the causes of road rage and how to manage emotional responses
* Practising essential manoeuvres with confidence and precision
* Building skills for driving safely in adverse weather conditions
* Recognising different types of skids and how to respond effectively
* Adopting more fuel-efficient and eco-friendly driving habits
* Learning to better anticipate the behaviour of other road users
These points offer a general overview; some may be more relevant to certain drivers, while others might not. This emphasises the customised nature of our training.
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 may include:
A6 – Runs from Luton to Carlisle, passing through Loughborough. In the town, it is known as Derby Road and London Road, connecting to major routes like the A46 and A60.
A60 – Begins in Loughborough and heads north to Nottingham, Mansfield, and Worksop. It serves as a primary route for northbound traffic from the town.
A512 – Starts in Loughborough and runs west towards the M1, Shepshed, and Ashby-de-la-Zouch. This road provides access to the M1 motorway and the A42.
A6004 – Also known as the Loughborough Ring Road, it forms a loop around the western and northern suburbs of the town, connecting the A6 near Quorn to the A60 near the railway station.
B589 – Links the A6 and A60, providing access between these two major routes within the town.
B5350 – Connects the A6 to the A6004, facilitating movement between these roads in the town.
Great Central Road – A street approximately 538 metres long, located within the LE11 1 postcode area of Loughborough.
Road Safety – Risks and Hazards in Loughborough
A6 between Loughborough and Quorn
This stretch of road has been the site of multiple serious incidents.
A6004 Belton Road
This road has been identified as a community concern site, indicating a higher risk of accidents.
Hathern Road (30mph zone)
Reports of speeding have been noted on this road, with the highest recorded speed being 37 mph in a 30 mph zone.