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Professional HGV & LGV Driver Training Near Folkestone
GS Driver Training provides DVSA-recognised HGV, LGV, and CPC driver training for learners in and around Folkestone, South East England. Whether you are starting a new career in professional driving or upgrading your existing licence, our expert instructors deliver comprehensive training tailored to your needs.
HGV Training in Folkestone — Professional LGV & HGV Courses with GS Driver Training If you are looking for HGV training near Folkestone, GS Driver Training provides DVSA-standard courses for drivers across Folkestone, Dover, Ashford, and the Channel ports corridor. Folkestone is the UK terminal for the Channel Tunnel (Eurotunnel Le Shuttle) on the M20, approximately 70 miles from our training centre at Dunsfold Airport via the M25 and M20. The M20 provides direct access to the national motorway network. Eurotunnel and the surrounding freight parks generate exceptional demand for qualified Class 1 drivers. International haulage routes to France, Belgium, and beyond make Folkestone one of the highest-paying areas for HGV drivers in the UK. GS Driver Training offers Cat C (Class 2), Cat C+E (Class 1), C1, D1, CPC Initial and Periodic, and ADR courses. We have won Best HGV Training Company seven consecutive times and hold a 5-star Trustpilot rating. Call 01252 447808 or book online.
With industry-leading pass rates and over 370 five-star reviews on Trustpilot, GS Driver Training is the trusted choice for professional driver training near Folkestone. We have been voted Best HGV Training Company for 7 consecutive years, and we offer flexible finance options to help spread the cost of your training.
All of our instructors are DVSA-registered and have decades of real-world driving experience. We offer both male and female instructors, flexible scheduling including weekends, and free career guidance to help you find employment after qualifying.
HGV & LGV Courses Available Near Folkestone
Choose from our comprehensive range of DVSA-approved professional driver training courses, all accessible from Folkestone.
Why Choose GS Driver Training in Folkestone?
Award-winning HGV training company — Best HGV Training Company, 7 consecutive awards.
DVSA Recognised
Fully approved training centre with DVSA-registered instructors
High Pass Rates
Industry-leading first-time pass rates across all licence categories
Modern Fleet
DAF, Mercedes Sprinter & Ford Transit fleet
Expert Instructors
Male and female instructors with decades of experience
5-Star Rated
Rated 5.0 on Trustpilot with over 370 verified reviews
Finance Available
Flexible payment plans to spread the cost of your training
What Our Students Say
Rated 5.0 on Trustpilot with over 370 verified reviews from students across South East England.
"Passed my Class 2 first time thanks to the brilliant instructors at GS. The training was thorough and professional throughout."
James R.
Surrey
"As a female driver, I was nervous about starting HGV training. The team at GS made me feel completely at ease. Highly recommend!"
Sarah M.
Hampshire
"Excellent value for money. Got my C+E licence in record time with the fast track course. Very professional operation."
David K.
Berkshire
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