Manual Driving Lessons in Calne

Learning to drive is one of the most important life skills you will ever gain. At Drive Coach, we offer manual driving lessons in and around Calne that focus on safe, confident driving for life. Bev Williams, a DVSA-approved and DBS-checked female driving instructor, provides a calm and supportive learning environment that helps students of all ages feel at ease behind the wheel.

Her structured 90-minute lessons give every learner time to practise, reflect, and build confidence without pressure. Whether you are a new driver, a nervous learner, or returning to driving after a break, Bev will tailor lessons to your pace and experience.

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A Modern Way to Learn

Bev uses modern coaching techniques to help students develop safe lifelong driving skills. By placing learners at the centre of each session, she encourages independence, awareness, and self-reflection. Coaching gives students ownership of their learning, improving their ability to make safe and confident driving decisions.

If you’d like to see the car and a glimpse into what lessons are like, visit our Gallery Page for real photos from Bev’s driving sessions.

Confidence in Your Coach

Before becoming a driving instructor, Bev worked as a teacher and fitness instructor trainer, giving her a strong background in education and motivation. She has years of experience helping people reach their potential. Learners describe Bev as calm, patient, and encouraging.

Bev specialises in helping nervous or first-time drivers feel safe and confident. Her DVSA registration number is 854434, and she is fully DBS-checked for your peace of mind.

Why Choose Drive Coach

Choosing the right driving instructor can make all the difference in how confident you feel on the road. Bev combines her background as a teacher and fitness instructor trainer with years of driving experience to help learners succeed.

DVSA-approved female instructor with a strong educational background
Manual driving lessons focused on confidence and safety
Calm, structured coaching that reduces anxiety
Flexible lesson lengths to suit every learner
Excellent local reputation and high pass rate

Start your journey with Drive Coach today. Safe, confident, and stress-free learning awaits

Learning to Drive: What to Expect

Calne and the surrounding areas offer a range of driving environments, suitable or all levels of experience. From quiet residential areas to main roads linking to Chippenham and Devizes, learners gain valuable experience in real traffic conditions. Bev’s lessons incorporate:

Chippenham routes used for DVSA driving tests

Practise with roundabouts, junctions, and parking

Guidance on managing different road conditions and speeds

This local knowledge helps students feel fully prepared for both their test (in Chippenham) and independent driving.

What Our Learners Say

Hearing from real students is the best way to understand what makes Drive Coach different. Bev’s driving lessons have helped many learners overcome nerves, gain confidence, and pass their tests first time.

"My son was low in confidence with his driving ability after starting with a different instructor. We decided to switch to Bev, and it was the best decision we could have made.

Bev was calm and encouraging, and made my son feel at ease. He thoroughly enjoyed his lessons and loved driving the cool Mini too!

There was always flexibility in finding slots that suited, and great help in finding test slots!

We wish we had found Bev at the beginning of this journey, and wouldn’t hesitate to recommend her to anyone."

”Since we moved to Calne in 2020, I’ve been seeing your lovely Mini around town. When my son got his provisional licence, we researched your details online, and read your profile. My son fed back to us that you were ever so calm; you wrote notes on a white board, and didn’t shout when he made mistakes.

”I knew he was in capable hands. Your expertise, patience and dedication have truly made an impact on his journey towards becoming a confident and responsible driver. Not only have you imparted essential driving techniques and knowledge, but you have instilled in him a sense of responsibility, attentiveness and respect for the rules of the road.

”Your ability to create a comfortable and encouraging environment has been instrumental in helping him overcome initial nervousness, and gain the confidence to tackle various driving situations.

”My 17-year-old can actually drive due to your hard work and dedication. Thanks Bev.”

“Bev’s a great instructor who gives clear, calm, concise instructions, with a lot of very helpful reference materials that helped me get my head around concepts and manoeuvres.

She’s relaxed to do lessons with, and I felt she helped me achieve a high standard of driving.

Through her instruction I passed first time.”

Frequently Asked Questions

How many driving lessons will I need?

The average learner can take around 40–45 hours of professional lessons, but this varies depending on experience and confidence. Bev will design lessons to suit your pace.

Do you teach nervous or anxious drivers?

Yes. Bev specialises in lessons for nervous drivers, using calm, supportive coaching to help students manage anxiety and build confidence.

Which test centres do you prepare students for?

Bev prepares students for the Chippenham test centre. With up-to-date knowledge of the areas used for tests in Chippenham, students feel fully prepared for their test.

Book Your Manual Driving Lessons in Calne and The Surrounding Areas

Whether you are just starting out or looking to refresh your skills, you can book manual driving lessons at flexible times to suit your schedule.

Prices:

1 hour: £44
1.5 hours: £66
2 hours: £88

Lessons are tailored to your goals, helping you gain confidence and prepare for your driving test effectively.