HGV Training in East Malling

HGV Training in East Malling

Are you in East Malling, Kent, and looking to kickstart a rewarding career as a Heavy Goods Vehicle (HGV) driver? GS Driver Training, a DVSA-approved training school, is your ideal partner. Located at Dunsfold Aerodrome in Cranleigh, Surrey, our state-of-the-art facility is approximately 1 hour and 18 minutes (96.6 km) drive from East Malling, making it a convenient option for aspiring drivers in the Kent area. We pride ourselves on providing comprehensive, high-quality training that prepares you not just to pass your test, but to excel in your driving career.

HGV Courses Available from East Malling

GS Driver Training offers a full range of HGV and commercial vehicle training courses, all designed to meet the highest industry standards. Our courses are competitively priced and include the DVSA practical test, ensuring you have everything you need to get on the road.

• Cat C (Class 2) Training: From £1,395
• Cat C+E (Class 1) Training: From £895
• C1 Training: From £875
• D1 Training: From £875
• Driver CPC Training: From £65 per module

Getting to Our Training Centre from East Malling

Our training centre at Dunsfold Aerodrome, Stovolds Hill, Cranleigh, Surrey GU6 8TB, is easily accessible from East Malling. The most efficient route typically involves:

1. Start by taking the M26 and leaving London Rd/A20 from East Malling.
2. Continue on the M26, then merge onto the M25, and finally the M23 southbound towards West Sussex.
3. Take Exit 11 from the M23, then follow the A264.
4. Continue on the A264, following signs towards Cranleigh and Dunsfold Aerodrome.

This route ensures a straightforward journey, allowing you to focus on your training without the stress of complicated directions.

The Guildford DVSA Test Centre

The DVSA practical test for our HGV courses is conducted at the Guildford test centre, located at Slyfield Industrial Estate, Moorfield Road, Guildford GU1 1SA. This centre is well-known for its varied test routes, which include both urban and rural driving conditions. During your training, our instructors will familiarise you with key aspects of the Guildford test routes, such as the challenging Wych Hill Lane uphill start, where a stop sign at the top often requires a precise hill start at the second telegraph post on the way down. You will also gain experience on the A3 dual carriageway section, preparing you for high-speed road conditions.

HGV Job Market in East Malling

East Malling and the wider Kent area offer a robust and growing job market for qualified HGV drivers. Its strategic location, with excellent links to major motorways like the M20 and M26, makes it a prime hub for logistics and distribution. Companies such as Maidstone Courier & Transport Services, B Everett Transport Ltd in West Malling, and Lioness Logistics Ltd are examples of local businesses that frequently seek skilled HGV drivers. The proximity to major ports and distribution centres across Kent further enhances opportunities for both local and long-distance haulage. Obtaining your HGV licence from GS Driver Training will open doors to numerous employment prospects in this thriving sector.