HGV Training in Henley-on-Thames

HGV Training in Henley-on-Thames

For aspiring HGV drivers in Henley-on-Thames, GS Driver Training offers comprehensive, DVSA-approved HGV training programs designed to get you on the road quickly and safely. Located at Dunsfold Aerodrome in Cranleigh, Surrey, our state-of-the-art training facility is easily accessible from Henley-on-Thames, typically a journey of around 1 hour 26 minutes covering approximately 41.5 miles via the A322. We pride ourselves on providing top-tier instruction, contributing to our reputation as the Best HGV Training Company for seven consecutive years.

HGV Courses Available from Henley-on-Thames

We offer a full range of HGV and commercial vehicle training courses to suit your career aspirations, all of which include the DVSA practical test fee:

• Cat C (Class 2) Training: Starting from £1,395
• Cat C+E (Class 1) Training: Starting from £895
• C1 Training (7.5-tonne): Starting from £875
• D1 Training (Minibus): Starting from £875
• Driver CPC Training: From £65 per module

Getting to Our Training Centre from Henley-on-Thames

Our training centre at Dunsfold Aerodrome, Stovolds Hill, Cranleigh, Surrey GU6 8TB, is conveniently located for drivers from Henley-on-Thames. The most direct route typically involves:

1. Head east on Queen Street Mews toward Queen St.
2. Turn right onto Queen St, then right onto Station Rd.
3. Turn right onto Reading Rd/A4155, continuing to follow A4155.
4. Turn right onto Hart St/A4130, continuing to follow A4130.
5. At the roundabout, take the 3rd exit onto Henley Rd.
6. Merge onto A404 via the ramp to M4/Reading/A4/Maidenhead.
7. Keep right to continue on A404(M), following signs for Reading/Slough/Windsor/M4.
8. Turn left onto Holyport Interchange, then take the M4 exit toward London.
9. Slight right to merge onto M4.
10. At junction 4B, exit toward M3/Heathrow Airport.
11. Merge onto M25.
12. Take the A3 exit, then the ramp to Portsmouth Rd/A3.
13. At Wisley Roundabout, take the 3rd exit onto the Portsmouth Rd/A3 ramp.
14. Merge onto Portsmouth Rd/A3, continuing to follow A3.
15. Take the exit toward Guildford/A322/Horsham/A281/Bagshot.
16. Turn left onto Woking Rd/A320, going through 2 roundabouts.
17. Turn right onto York Rd/A246.
18. At the roundabout, take the 1st exit onto Onslow St/A322.
19. Slight left onto Millbrook/A281.
20. Turn right onto Barrihurst Ln/B2130, continuing to follow B2130.
21. Finally, turn left onto Stovolds Hill to reach Dunsfold Aerodrome.

The Guildford DVSA Test Centre

Your DVSA practical test will be conducted at the Guildford test centre at Slyfield Industrial Estate, Moorfield Road, Guildford GU1 1SA. This centre is known for its varied test routes, which include challenging elements such as the Wych Hill Lane uphill start, where a stop sign at the top often requires a hill start at the second telegraph post on the way down. You will also navigate sections of the A3 dual carriageway, providing a realistic assessment of your driving skills in different road conditions. Our instructors are intimately familiar with these routes, ensuring you are thoroughly prepared for every aspect of your test.

HGV Job Market in Henley-on-Thames

Henley-on-Thames, while a picturesque town, is well-connected to key logistics networks, offering promising opportunities for qualified HGV drivers. The surrounding Berkshire region and its proximity to major motorways mean a consistent demand for skilled drivers. Local industrial estates and business parks, such as Centenary Business Park, Chiltern House Business Centre, and Greys Green Business Centre, often require HGV services for distribution and supply chain operations. Many national and regional logistics companies have depots or routes that pass through or serve the Henley-on-Thames area, creating a steady stream of HGV Class 1 and Class 2 driving positions.