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Professional HGV & LGV Driver Training Near Reading
GS Driver Training provides DVSA-recognised HGV, LGV, and CPC driver training for learners in and around Reading, 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 Reading — Professional LGV & HGV Courses with GS Driver Training If you are looking for HGV training near Reading, GS Driver Training provides high-quality, DVSA-standard LGV/HGV courses for drivers across Reading and the surrounding area, including Wokingham, Bracknell, Newbury, Caversham, Woodley, and Earley. Reading is Berkshire's largest town and a major commercial and logistics hub, situated at the junction of the M4 (Junctions 10–12) and the A33/A4. Its position at the heart of the Thames Valley makes it one of the most strategically important distribution centres in the south-east, with major logistics parks at Theale, Burghfield, and the Reading Commercial Park supporting national retailers and third-party logistics operators. Reading's road network gives qualified HGV drivers direct access to the M4 westbound to Bristol and South Wales, the M4 eastbound to Heathrow and London, and the A34 north to Oxford and the Midlands. The town is also well-served by the M3 via the A33, providing access to Hampshire and the south-west. This combination of motorway links makes Reading one of the most desirable bases for a career in professional HGV driving in the south-east. Our training centre is based at Dunsfold Airport in Surrey — approx. 35 miles from Reading via the M4 and A3 — with modern Class 1 and Class 2 vehicles, DVSA Module 3a test facilities on site, and a team of experienced, patient instructors. We offer Cat C (Class 2), Cat C+E (Class 1), C1, D1, CPC Initial and Periodic, and ADR courses. Male and female instructors are available. GS Driver Training has won Best HGV Training Company seven consecutive times and holds a 5-star rating on Trustpilot from over 376 verified reviews. Call us on 01252 447808 or book online to discuss your training options.
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 Reading. 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.
Prices & Packages
Cat C (Class 2) from £1,195. Cat C+E (Class 1) from £1,495. Spread the cost with flexible finance.
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Why Choose GS Driver Training in Reading?
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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