Passing your driving test in Wickham is a big step worth taking seriously, and picking the right instructor makes all the difference to your progress and confidence behind the wheel. Like much of Southampton, Wickham has a mix of busy roundabouts, built-up traffic, and quieter back roads gives learners a well-rounded experience, setting you up properly for your test and for real-world driving.
Our driving instructors know the Wickham area well, helping you progress faster. We support you from your very first enquiry right through to passing your driving test, with friendly support and genuine local expertise every step of the way.
Don’t just take our word for it, so why not check out what our pupils have said. Whether you’re a complete beginner or need a bit of extra practice, Lendrums Driving School Wickham is the right choice for learning to drive in Wickham.
During your learning journey you will need to pass the theory test, so we are pleased to offer all Lendrums Driving School pupils no-cost access to our online theory training, resulting in a 95% first time theory test pass.
No matter your experience level, from your first lesson right through to test day, we focus on building your skills and confidence at your own pace, adjusting our teaching style to suit you. Thanks to our instructors’ patience and genuine care, we’re committed to helping you become a safe, confident driver for life.
You are looking for a driving school that will deliver you the best results, right?, and that’s why you are browsing our website, so here are some reasons why:
Given the stresses of everyday life and the roads becoming busier, now is a great time to be driving an automatic car.
You maybe a complete beginner, or someone who has had a go at manual and found it wasn’t the right fit. No matter your level, 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, you’re off with no delay.
Piece of cake in an automatic car, as soon as you move your foot from the brake to the gas, the car will move, none of this 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!
Wickham has its share of busy roads, junctions, roundabouts, traffic lights and built-up areas, where you will be in traffic a lot of the time during your driving lessons, particularly during rush hour. In an automatic car it’s simple – we cannot make the traffic disappear, however you can control the car more easily, 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 Wickham that 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 –
or the other way round, 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, so we offer a discount for NHS driving lessons, the same as for students, as a way of showing our appreciation.
We offer FREE online theory and hazard perception training for all customers, to help you pass your theory test easily.
You’ll get access to all the key topics covered in the official theory test, including hazard perception clips, road signs, and the highway code, allowing you to revise in your own time, at your own pace. Alongside the practical driving lessons you’ll be having with your instructor in Wickham, this sets you up of getting through your theory and practical with confidence.
Plenty of the people we teach find that doing the theory training in parallel with their driving lessons helps the two sides of learning to drive come together, as the theory and the practical reinforce each other.
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. Wickham, situated near Southampton, offers a fantastic blend of quiet residential streets and busier routes, making it an ideal place for learner drivers to gain well-rounded experience. Whether you are just starting out or preparing for your test, this charming village provides the perfect training ground.
One of the greatest advantages of learning to drive in Wickham is the variety of road conditions available nearby. Learners can progress from calm village lanes to the busier roads leading into Southampton, gradually building confidence. Additionally, the area features several roundabouts, giving new drivers valuable practice in mastering this often-challenging manoeuvre before facing similar situations on their driving test.
Beyond the practical benefits, Wickham itself is a delightful destination worth exploring once you have passed your test. The historic market square, with its charming shops and cafes, offers a lovely reward for hard work behind the wheel. Furthermore, the surrounding countryside provides scenic drives that are perfect for newly qualified drivers wanting to build confidence.
For those seeking entertainment after lessons, Southampton’s vibrant nightlife is just a short drive away, featuring bars, restaurants, and live music venues. Meanwhile, Wickham itself hosts a popular annual festival and farmers’ market, adding to its appeal.
Ultimately, Wickham combines practical driving experience with genuine charm, making it an excellent choice for learner drivers in the Southampton area.
It depends on the individual, but on average it takes around 45 hours of lessons, combined with plenty of practice, before you’re ready to pass.
Pricing is based on the type of lesson and whether you book in blocks, see our prices page for a full breakdown.
Yes, Lendrums Driving School offers intensive driving courses in Wickham for anyone looking to pass in a shorter timeframe, based on your existing experience.
Of course, we offer both manual and automatic lessons in Wickham, so you can choose whichever suits you best.
Yes, we offer discounts for students and NHS staff to help make lessons more affordable.
Absolutely, we offer flexible pickups from home, college, university or work, to make fitting lessons into your day easier.
We cover Wickham and the surrounding areas – take a look at the areas listed above for details.
Just get in touch and we’ll find you an instructor in Wickham, based on your availability.
We do, we offer gift vouchers covering all of our lessons, which make a great gift for any special occasion.
Of course – we’re an official Grade A ORDIT training centre, so our trainers can guide you through all three parts of instructor training. See the section above for more details.
We are an official Grade A ORDIT (official register for driving instructor training) training centre, with Grade A Driving Instructor Trainers who will support you all the way.
Follow this link and read about the driving instructor course, and why not book a chat with our Director / Ordit Trainer John, who will discuss the course and possibilities with you, 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’re qualified, why not join the team (read below)?
Instructor Franchise Opportunities Wickham
Lendrums Driving School Wickham is keen to find talented driving instructors to join the brilliant team.
You don’t have to 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.
For more than 9 years, Marie has taught automatic lessons at Lendrums Driving School, helping hundreds of pupils pass their test with confidence. She specialises in automatic driving, and genuinely enjoys seeing pupils grow more confident lesson by lesson. With her wealth of experience, she knows exactly how to put a nervous learner at ease, 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.
