Ramsgate is a coastal town in Kent, located on the southeast coast. Known for its beautiful sandy beaches and vibrant marina, it has a rich maritime history. Ramsgate is famous for its 19th-century architecture, including the grand Victorian seafront and the Royal Harbour, which is the only Royal Harbour in the UK. The town also has a lively arts scene, with numerous galleries and cultural events throughout the year. Ramsgate is well-connected by road and rail, offering easy access to nearby towns like Margate and Broadstairs, and is a popular destination for tourists and day-trippers alike.
Our UK-wide Courses:
Our UK-wide courses are designed for both business and private clients. We can bespoke a course for a driver of any age or experience level, depending on exact needs and requirements. Some drivers will benefit from a more generalised course, while others need a much more specialised approach. Here is a list of some of the courses we can offer:
* Confidence training
* General advanced and defensive training
* Post road traffic collision (RTC) training
* Van driver training
* Motorhome confidence and familiarisation
* Motorway training
* Courses for younger drivers
* High-performance driving courses
* Pre-court advanced training
* Mature driver training
Some courses will have elements of a number of the above, while others will be very specific. When you book a course with us, you can be confident that we can build a session around your own needs.
Bespoke Driving Course Content:
Although the courses we offer are very different, there are still some generic points we include; the key difference is how we deliver them to the client. For example, boosting confidence for a young driver will look very different to boosting confidence for a driver with 50 years of experience.
Below are some of the common things we look at and develop during our driver training sessions.
* Looking at a driver’s specific day-to-day driving and driving history to make a bespoke training plan
* Looking ahead and developing powers of observation
* Increasing focus on speed and excessive speed
* Modifying attitude towards a safer, more proactive way to drive
* Learning the System of Car Control
* How to avoid road rage situations
* Manoeuvres, reversing, and operating in confined spaces
* Driving safety on the motorway and dual carriageways
* Becoming a safer urban driver – identifying and dealing with pedestrians and cyclists
* Learn how to drive in a more environmentally friendly way
* How to boost driving confidence
* Identifying high-risk driving, such as at night, driving tired or when stressed
The personalised nature of our training means we can vary the time we spend on specific points. It all depends on the driver and what’s best for them.
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 3.5-hour 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 3.5-hour 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 Ramsgate, some of which can include:
- A253 (Ramsgate Road) – This is one of the key roads leading into Ramsgate from the A2 and provides access to various parts of the town.
- A254 (Broadstairs Road) – A major route connecting Ramsgate to Broadstairs, this road runs along the coastline and serves as a primary route for travel between the two towns.
- A299 (Thanet Way) – A main road that connects Ramsgate to the M2 motorway and provides access to other towns in the Thanet district, including Margate and Sandwich.
- Victoria Road – This road runs through the heart of Ramsgate, connecting key areas such as the town center and the seafront.
- Margate Road – A road leading from Ramsgate to the neighboring town of Margate, serving as a main route for traffic traveling between the two locations.
These roads are key for both local and through traffic in Ramsgate.
Road Safety – Risks and Hazards in Ramsgate:
The A254, connecting Margate and Ramsgate, has been identified as one of the most hazardous roads in the UK. Between 2014 and 2016, this stretch experienced 21 serious or fatal crashes, with 33% involving motorcyclists and 43% involving pedestrians and cyclists. Nearly half of these incidents occurred at junctions.
In Ramsgate, Dumpton Park Drive has also raised safety concerns. Residents have reported multiple collisions and near-misses, attributing factors such as speeding and obstructed junctions to its dangers.
Additionally, the A259, running along the South East coast, has been highlighted as a high-risk route. A 12-mile stretch between Hastings and Eastbourne was named the most dangerous road in the South East of England, with 47 fatal or serious collisions between 2004 and 2006.
These roads have been the focus of safety campaigns and infrastructure reviews aimed at reducing accidents and improving road safety in the region.