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HGV Training in Headcorn
GS Driver Training is proud to serve aspiring HGV drivers from Headcorn, Kent, offering comprehensive training programs to help you achieve your career goals. Our state-of-the-art training facility is located at Dunsfold Aerodrome, a convenient journey from Headcorn. The drive typically takes around 1 hour and 30 minutes, covering approximately 76 miles via the M23, making it an accessible option for your HGV training.
HGV Courses Available from Headcorn
We offer a range of DVSA-approved HGV training courses tailored to meet your needs, all of which include the necessary DVSA test:
- Cat C (Class 2): from £1,395
- Cat C+E (Class 1): from £895
- C1: from £875
- D1: from £875
- CPC: from £65/module
Getting to Our Training Centre from Headcorn
To reach GS Driver Training at Dunsfold Aerodrome, Cranleigh, Surrey GU6 8TB from Headcorn, you will typically take the A274 out of Headcorn, heading towards Maidstone. From there, you will join the M20 westbound, then transition to the M26 westbound, which merges into the M25. You will then take the M23 southbound towards Gatwick Airport, before exiting onto the A264 and then connecting to the A281 towards Cranleigh and Dunsfold. The Aerodrome is well-signposted from the main roads.
The Guildford DVSA Test Centre
Your practical HGV driving test will be conducted at the Guildford DVSA Test Centre at Slyfield Industrial Estate, Moorfield Road, Guildford GU1 1SA. This test centre presents a variety of road conditions, including the challenging Wych Hill Lane, which requires an uphill start with a stop sign at the top and a hill start at the second telegraph post on the way down. You will also experience driving on the A3 dual carriageway section, ensuring you are well-prepared for real-world driving scenarios.
HGV Job Market in Headcorn
Headcorn and the wider Kent area offer a robust job market for qualified HGV drivers. Local companies such as AA Lock Transport, specializing in hazardous and non-hazardous liquid transport, and Abacus Shipping, providing haulage and palletised freight services, frequently seek skilled drivers. The Headcorn Business Park and other industrial estates in the region serve as key logistics hubs, creating numerous opportunities for Cat C and Cat C+E drivers. Online job boards like Indeed and Totaljobs regularly feature HGV driving positions in and around Headcorn, reflecting the consistent demand for professional drivers in the area.
HGV & LGV Courses Available Near Headcorn
Choose from our comprehensive range of DVSA-approved professional driver training courses, all accessible from Headcorn.
Why Choose GS Driver Training in Headcorn?
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
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Finance Available
Flexible payment plans to spread the cost of your training
What Our Students Say
"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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HGV Training in Headcorn — Local Information
Drivers training from Headcorn will typically complete their DVSA practical test at Maidstone, serving a Kent village on the A274 between Maidstone and Ashford. Training in the area covers the A274 near Maidstone, which are representative of the roads used on test day. GS Driver Training offers free collection from Headcorn for all course types, including Class 1, Class 2, and Driver CPC.
Nearby Areas We Also Serve
GS Driver Training serves the whole of the South East. If you’re based near Headcorn, we also offer HGV training to candidates from these neighbouring areas.
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