Getting behind the wheel in Fareham is a major achievement worth doing properly, and finding the right driving school makes a real difference to your confidence and progress behind the wheel. Fareham brings together busy roundabouts, built-up traffic, and quieter surrounding routes helps build a well-rounded set of skills, setting you up properly for your test and for real-world driving.
Our driving instructors know the local roads inside out, so we can build your skills quickly. We support you from your very first enquiry right through to passing your driving test, with friendly guidance and expert local knowledge at every stage.
We’re proud of our reputation in Fareham, so take a moment to read some of our reviews. Whether you’re a complete beginner or want top-up lessons before your test, Lendrums Driving School Fareham is the right choice for learning to drive in Fareham.
During your learning journey you will need to pass the theory test, so we are happy to offer all Lendrums Driving School clients complimentary access to our online training, which has led to a 95% first time theory test pass rate.
Whether you’re a complete beginner or looking to brush up before your test, our instructors take the time to build your confidence behind the wheel, shaping each lesson around what works for you. Backed by years of experience and a real passion for what we do, we’re committed to helping you become a safe, confident driver for life.
You’re looking for a driving school that will deliver you the best results, right? that is why you are browsing our website, so here are some reasons why:
With the stresses of everyday life and the roads getting busier, now is a fantastic time to be driving an automatic car.
You may be a complete beginner, or someone who has had a go at manual and found it wasn’t the right fit. Whatever stage you’re at, we can cater for you, and promise you a fantastic learning experience.
How many of your friends have told you about stalling, and how they hated it? In an automatic car you cannot stall, since there is no clutch, so when you come off the brake and press the accelerator, off you go with no delay.
Simple enough in an automatic car, as soon as you move your foot from the brake to the gas, the car will move, forget about constant clutch movement, putting on the handbrake and finding the biting point, you just calmly move your feet from one pedal to the other. Another benefit – no rolling backwards!
Fareham has its share of busy roads, junctions, roundabouts, traffic lights and built-up areas, where you will be in traffic quite often during your driving lessons, particularly during rush hour. In an automatic car it’s simple – we cannot make the traffic disappear, but you can control the car easier, less pollution, and easier on your feet and legs, as no constant clutch control.
At Lendrums Driving School we understand the financial pressure on students, so we offer discounts on driving lessons and block bookings, to help you budget more easily, and we are among the few driving schools covering Fareham who offer driving lesson discounts. We cover all areas, and can pick up and return to college/university, so if you have study gaps in the day, or once you have experience, we can pick you up from home and finish at the college/university and vice versa from college/university to home.
As an NHS professional, we know the everyday stresses and strains you go through, and would like to thank you for your amazing efforts, keeping people safe and helping people recover, therefore we offer a discount for NHS driving lessons, similar to the students, as a way of showing our appreciation.
All our customers get FREE access to our online theory and hazard perception training, to help you pass your theory test easily.
This covers all the key topics covered in the official theory test, from hazard perception clips, road signs, and the highway code, allowing you to revise in your own time, at your own pace. Alongside the hands-on lessons you’ll be having with your instructor in Fareham, this gives you the best possible chance of passing both parts of your test first time.
Plenty of the people we teach find that combining the online theory prep with their practical lessons makes the whole learning process click faster, because what you study online is exactly what you’re practising on the road.
If you are a student at college or university, we can collect you during study breaks, taking you back to your studies or home once your lesson’s done, plus we can pick you up from home and drop you at college or university, once you have a bit of experience on busier roads. Some of the colleges and universities we cover:
Learning to drive is an exciting milestone, and choosing the right location to build your skills can make all the difference. Fareham and Southampton offer a diverse range of driving conditions, from bustling town centres to complex roundabouts, making this South Coast region an excellent training ground for new drivers. Whether you are navigating busy roads or preparing for your test, the variety of driving scenarios here will help you become a confident, well-rounded motorist.
Southampton’s city centre presents learners with valuable experience in managing heavy traffic, multi-lane roads, and pedestrian crossings. Meanwhile, Fareham is well known for its roundabouts, including some multi-lane systems that require careful observation and timing. Practising in these areas with a qualified instructor helps learners develop the confidence needed to handle similar situations anywhere in the UK. Consequently, many driving schools in the area tailor lessons specifically around these local challenges.
Once you have passed your test, Fareham and Southampton offer plenty of reasons to get behind the wheel. Southampton’s maritime heritage, including the SeaCity Museum and the bustling docks, makes for a fascinating day out. Additionally, Fareham’s Titchfield Abbey and nearby Portsmouth Historic Dockyard provide excellent tourist attractions worth the drive.
For those seeking evening entertainment, Southampton’s nightlife scene boasts numerous bars, restaurants, and live music venues, particularly around the city centre and Ocean Village. There is also no shortage of things to do, from shopping centres to scenic coastal walks along the Solent.
Ultimately, learning to drive in Fareham and Southampton equips new drivers with practical skills while opening the door to a region rich in culture, entertainment, and exploration.
It depends on the individual, but typically it takes around 45 hours of lessons, combined with plenty of practice, to reach test standard.
Prices depend on the lesson type and whether you book in blocks, take a look at our prices page for the latest pricing.
Absolutely, Lendrums Driving School offers intensive driving courses in Fareham for those wanting to fast-track their test, built around where you’re starting from.
Yes, we offer both manual and automatic lessons in Fareham, depending on your preference.
We do, we offer special rates for both students and NHS workers as a way of saying thank you.
Yes, we offer flexible pickup and drop off from home, college, university or work, so lessons fit around your schedule.
We cover Fareham and the surrounding areas – check the areas we cover section above to see if we cover your area.
Just get in touch and we’ll find you an instructor in Fareham, to suit your schedule.
We do, we offer gift vouchers for all our lesson types, making a great present for a birthday, Christmas or any occasion.
Of course – Lendrums Driving School is an official Grade A ORDIT training centre, so we can train you through the full instructor training. See the section above for more details.
Lendrums Driving School is an official Grade A ORDIT (official register for driving instructor training) training centre, with Grade A Driving Instructor Trainers who will guide you through the process.
Click here and read about the driving instructor course, and why not set up a meeting with our Director / Ordit Trainer John, who will talk you through the course and your options, allowing you to take the information and make a decision. There will be no hard sales talk or pushy tactics; the decision is yours, so why not find out more?
Once you have been trained, why not join the team (read below)?
Instructor Franchise Opportunities Fareham
Lendrums Driving School Fareham is keen to find great driving instructors to join the fantastic team.
Don’t take our word for it, we are happy for you to call and ask the instructors for yourself, so you know we are genuine, we’re big on transparency and quality.
Marie has spent nearly a decade as one of Lendrums Driving School’s automatic instructors, helping hundreds of pupils pass their test with confidence. Automatic lessons are her focus, and takes real pride in watching a nervous first-timer become a confident driver. After 9 years in the job, her patience shines through in every lesson, helping learners feel comfortable behind the wheel from the very start.
– Marie, Lendrums Driving School
Let our Professional driving instructors help you achieve your goal, and let us help you learn a skill for life. We also offer free online theory training to help you along your way. Contact us today.
Looking for that perfect gift? We sell a variety of gift packs and vouchers.
