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Over 100 years of teaching students to drive throughout London, Kent & Surrey.

Using our year of expertise and friendly approach we have developed driving courses to help our customers achieve their goal, whether it be passing their test or becoming an instructor. We have a large team of highly qualified instructors standing by to help you get you on the road, many of who have been trained by us!

02/11/2026

Lady Lanes exists because our learners asked for it.

Many of our female learners told us they would feel more at ease learning with a female instructor. So we created Lady Lanes, a team of female instructors dedicated to helping women learn at their own pace, without pressure.

All our Lady Lanes instructors are fully qualified Approved Driving Instructors registered with the DVSA.

Learning to drive should feel comfortable from lesson one.

Get in touch to book your first Lady Lanes lesson.

📞 020 8166 5678
✉️ [email protected]
🌐 https://lanesschoolofdriving.co.uk

31/10/2026

Happy Halloween! Stay safe on the roads tonight. 🎃

A few things to keep in mind if you're driving this evening:

- Slow down near residential streets
- Watch for costumes that can be harder to spot in low light
- Expect the unexpected near driveways and parked cars
- Give yourself extra reaction time

A bit of extra care goes a long way tonight.

28/10/2026

Automatic isn't the only option, and manual has its own advantages worth considering.

Learning in a manual car means:

• You can legally drive both manual and automatic vehicles afterwards
• Greater control over the car in different conditions
• No restriction on your licence later down the line

It takes a bit more practice to master the clutch, but many learners find it becomes second nature with the right guidance.

At Lanes, we're happy to talk through which option suits your goals best.

🌐 https://lanesschoolofdriving.co.uk

26/10/2026

Learning in an automatic? Here's something worth knowing before test day.

Passing your test in an automatic car means your licence only permits you to drive automatic vehicles. If you want the flexibility to drive manual cars too, you'd need to pass a manual test.

It's not a downside, automatic remains a great option for many learners, just something worth factoring into your decision from the start.

Not sure which route is right for you? We're happy to help you weigh it up.

📞 020 8166 5678
✉️ [email protected]

23/10/2026

The clocks go back this weekend, which means darker evenings arrive fairly suddenly.

A few things worth adjusting to:

• Use headlights earlier than you might expect
• Allow extra time to judge distances in low light
• Watch for pedestrians who may be harder to spot
• Keep your windscreen clean to reduce glare

It takes a little getting used to each year, but a bit of extra awareness goes a long way.

🌐 https://lanesschoolofdriving.co.uk

21/10/2026

Join our team. 📢

Becoming a driving instructor with Lanes means setting your own hours, building your own income, and helping people gain a skill that stays with them for life.

With over 100 years of experience behind us, we're always looking for patient, organised people ready to start a new career.

Send your CV today.

📞 020 8290 2070
✉️ [email protected]

19/10/2026

What does progress actually look like in your first month of lessons?

For most learners, it's smaller than you'd expect, and that's exactly how it should be.

You might start with the basics like moving off and stopping smoothly, then build towards junctions, roundabouts, and reading the road further ahead.

Some weeks will feel like big steps forward. Others will feel like consolidation, and that's just as valuable.

Every learner progresses differently, and your instructor will guide the pace that's right for you.

🌐 https://lanesschoolofdriving.co.uk

16/10/2026

Not driven in a while? You're not starting from nothing.

Whether it's been a few years or a lot longer, returning to driving after a break can feel daunting, but the skills you learned before don't just disappear.

Wherever you left off, we can help you pick things back up.

🌐 https://lanesschoolofdriving.co.uk

14/10/2026

Meet Sarah, one of our driving instructors. 🌟

Sarah has been with Lanes for 3 years, after spending 13 years working in leisure. She completed her instructor training with Lanes and has stayed with the team ever since.

"Teaching people to drive is definitely the most rewarding career choice. I enjoy being able to meet new people whilst also providing them with knowledge of a life skill that provides so much freedom. I love seeing former pupils on the road in their own cars, knowing I've played a part in their success." - Sarah

Want to learn with an instructor like Sarah?

📞 020 8166 5678
✉️ [email protected]

12/10/2026

Passed your test in an automatic? After Pass Courses could be worth looking into.

With darker evenings and wetter roads ahead this winter, it's a good time to build that extra confidence, and many new drivers find it can also lead to reduced insurance premiums.

Ask us about After Pass Courses today.

📞 020 8166 5678
✉️ [email protected]

Address

27 Hayes Lane
Bromley
BR29EA

Opening Hours

Monday	8:30am - 6pm
Tuesday	8:30am - 6pm
Wednesday	8:30am - 5pm
Thursday	8:30am - 5pm
Friday	8:30am - 5pm
Saturday	9am - 1pm

Telephone

+442082902070

Website

http://www.lanesschoolofdriving.co.uk/, https://twitter.com/LanesDriving

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