16 Reviews

Paul Bacon - Driving Instructor

Carlisle, Cumbria
General Info
Learning to drive can be stressful at the best of times. Why take the chance learning with an instructor who only has him or herself to answer to. As a driving instructor with Paul Bacon Driving Instructor you can be assured that standards are always high and help and support is always available. Book lessons with me and get yourself on the road to driving freedom.
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Reviews
Becky Stewart
17 Aug 2025
REPORT
I honestly couldn’t have asked for a better driving instructor than Paul. From day one he was so patient, kind and reassuring, which made such a difference to my confidence. He explained everything so... Read More
I honestly couldn’t have asked for a better driving instructor than Paul. From day one he was so patient, kind and reassuring, which made such a difference to my confidence. He explained everything so clearly and never made me feel rushed or under pressure. Paul always believed in me, even when I doubted myself, and thanks to his support and encouragement I passed my test! I’ll always be grateful for the time and effort he put into helping me. I’d recommend him to absolutely anyone learning to drive. Read Less
Gareth Lowes (Gaz)
17 Aug 2025
REPORT
Paul is a very good instructor. He’s very good at what he does and is a great person too, he gives good advice and allows you to be yourself whilst learning to drive. His lessons are great value for m... Read More
Paul is a very good instructor. He’s very good at what he does and is a great person too, he gives good advice and allows you to be yourself whilst learning to drive. His lessons are great value for money, I would highly recommend! Read Less
Robert Strong
17 Aug 2025
REPORT
After years of struggling with lessons, I reached out to Paul and put me immediately at ease, fanatically knowledgeable and very patient, got me through my theory in no time and passed my test with ju... Read More
After years of struggling with lessons, I reached out to Paul and put me immediately at ease, fanatically knowledgeable and very patient, got me through my theory in no time and passed my test with just 2 minors, highly recommended Read Less
Jodie Thanner-Wilde
2 Mar 2023
REPORT
As a very anxious driver, Paul completely changed my perspective on driving. He knew exactly how to push my comfort zone without worrying me and made me totally relaxed. After 4ish months of lessons, ... Read More
As a very anxious driver, Paul completely changed my perspective on driving. He knew exactly how to push my comfort zone without worrying me and made me totally relaxed. After 4ish months of lessons, I passed my test 1st time and now I love driving. Paul is a wonderful teacher, I was actually a little sad when our lessons ended! I'm now looking at doing further lessons for motorway driving with him! Read Less
Frankie Martin
25 Feb 2023
REPORT
Paul was the best driving instructor. I passed within 8 months of starting lessons and he helped me prepare for my theory aswell as my practical. Passed first time with one minor and couldn’t recommen... Read More
Paul was the best driving instructor. I passed within 8 months of starting lessons and he helped me prepare for my theory aswell as my practical. Passed first time with one minor and couldn’t recommend enough. Felt ready for my test and i know he wouldn’t let me go for it if he didn’t think i was ready. Very understanding aswell so understands bad days :) Just make sure to prepare for his awful jokes🤣 Read Less
Daz Barnes
27 Jul 2017
REPORT
Thanks very much Paul for helping my wife pass her automatic test first time today. She couldn't of asked for a better instructor.
Samantha Spray
18 Mar 2017
REPORT
Excellent instructor, patient, professional, full of terrible but funny jokes. Never a dull moment.
Yvonne Igbenehi Ugbugba
3 Mar 2017
REPORT
Absolutely fabulous, i wouldnt exactly say im the easiest student or anything close to that lol, but his patience, experience and clarity makes it very easy to grasp all he teaches. Thanks again Paul... Read More
Absolutely fabulous, i wouldnt exactly say im the easiest student or anything close to that lol, but his patience, experience and clarity makes it very easy to grasp all he teaches. Thanks again Paul. Read Less
Michelle Shearer
6 Feb 2017
REPORT
Paul is a great driving instructor. If he could get me to pass anyone can!! Seriously though, he's a good guy. Very patient, puts you at ease and experienced.
Samantha Spray
3 Feb 2017
REPORT
Excellent driving instructor. Patient, professional, and friendly. Would definitely recommend to anyone wanting to learn to drive.
Stacey Millar
2 Feb 2017
REPORT
Great instructor. Knowledgeable, patient and flexible. I was very nervous behind the wheel but Paul did a fantastic job of putting me at ease at getting through my test in 6 months. Highly recommended... Read More
Great instructor. Knowledgeable, patient and flexible. I was very nervous behind the wheel but Paul did a fantastic job of putting me at ease at getting through my test in 6 months. Highly recommended. Read Less
Michelle Serrechia
31 Jan 2017
REPORT
Kind, patient and tells the worst jokes which are so bad they are good! Seriously though awesome instructor- Thanks for all your help Paul!
Donna Thompson
29 Jan 2017
REPORT
Excellent driving instructor, was very patient with me and very understanding when I had to change lesson times and dates due to having small children. Always had a laugh and joke. Would highly recom... Read More
Excellent driving instructor, was very patient with me and very understanding when I had to change lesson times and dates due to having small children. Always had a laugh and joke. Would highly recommend 10 out of 10 � Read Less
Samantha Natalie Ling
29 Jan 2017
REPORT
I passed my test in 2009 and Paul was a great supportive instructor! He did a good job encouraging me as I drive coaches now! �
Sarah Ryan Lowe Mcdermott
29 Jan 2017
REPORT
Paul is an amazing driving instructor patient and understanding and accommodating I was due to have a op and he helped me pass in good time driving changed my life so thankyou Paul and good luck to al... Read More
Paul is an amazing driving instructor patient and understanding and accommodating I was due to have a op and he helped me pass in good time driving changed my life so thankyou Paul and good luck to all you new starters he's a star � Read Less
Roxie Kershaw
29 Jan 2017
REPORT
A great driving instructor, able to find the way to teach you best and makes you feel at ease while learning. Would recommend him to anyone wanting to learn to drive.
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07947 402270
99 Hurley Road
Carlisle Cumbria CA4 8QY
Business Hours
Monday
Mon
09:00AM-16:00PM
Tuesday
Tue
09:00AM-16:00PM
Wednesday
Wed
09:00AM-16:00PM
Thursday
Thu
09:00AM-16:00PM
Friday
Fri
09:00AM-16:00PM
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Paul Bacon - Driving Instructor

Carlisle, Cumbria
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99 Hurley Road
Carlisle Cumbria CA4 8QY
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Learning to drive can be stressful at the best of times. Why take the chance learning with an instructor who only has him or herself to answer to. As a driving instructor with Paul Bacon Driving Instructor you can be assured that standards are always high and help and support is always available. Book lessons with me and get yourself on the road to driving freedom.
Monday
09:00AM-16:00PM
Tuesday
09:00AM-16:00PM
Wednesday
09:00AM-16:00PM
Thursday
09:00AM-16:00PM
Friday
09:00AM-16:00PM
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Becky Stewart
17 Aug 2025
REPORT
I honestly couldn’t have asked for a better driving instructor than Paul. From day one he was so patient, kind and reassuring, which made such a difference to my confidence. He explained everything so... Read More
I honestly couldn’t have asked for a better driving instructor than Paul. From day one he was so patient, kind and reassuring, which made such a difference to my confidence. He explained everything so clearly and never made me feel rushed or under pressure. Paul always believed in me, even when I doubted myself, and thanks to his support and encouragement I passed my test! I’ll always be grateful for the time and effort he put into helping me. I’d recommend him to absolutely anyone learning to drive. Read Less
Gareth Lowes (Gaz)
17 Aug 2025
REPORT
Paul is a very good instructor. He’s very good at what he does and is a great person too, he gives good advice and allows you to be yourself whilst learning to drive. His lessons are great value for m... Read More
Paul is a very good instructor. He’s very good at what he does and is a great person too, he gives good advice and allows you to be yourself whilst learning to drive. His lessons are great value for money, I would highly recommend! Read Less
Robert Strong
17 Aug 2025
REPORT
After years of struggling with lessons, I reached out to Paul and put me immediately at ease, fanatically knowledgeable and very patient, got me through my theory in no time and passed my test with ju... Read More
After years of struggling with lessons, I reached out to Paul and put me immediately at ease, fanatically knowledgeable and very patient, got me through my theory in no time and passed my test with just 2 minors, highly recommended Read Less
Jodie Thanner-Wilde
2 Mar 2023
REPORT
As a very anxious driver, Paul completely changed my perspective on driving. He knew exactly how to push my comfort zone without worrying me and made me totally relaxed. After 4ish months of lessons, ... Read More
As a very anxious driver, Paul completely changed my perspective on driving. He knew exactly how to push my comfort zone without worrying me and made me totally relaxed. After 4ish months of lessons, I passed my test 1st time and now I love driving. Paul is a wonderful teacher, I was actually a little sad when our lessons ended! I'm now looking at doing further lessons for motorway driving with him! Read Less
Frankie Martin
25 Feb 2023
REPORT
Paul was the best driving instructor. I passed within 8 months of starting lessons and he helped me prepare for my theory aswell as my practical. Passed first time with one minor and couldn’t recommen... Read More
Paul was the best driving instructor. I passed within 8 months of starting lessons and he helped me prepare for my theory aswell as my practical. Passed first time with one minor and couldn’t recommend enough. Felt ready for my test and i know he wouldn’t let me go for it if he didn’t think i was ready. Very understanding aswell so understands bad days :) Just make sure to prepare for his awful jokes🤣 Read Less
Daz Barnes
27 Jul 2017
REPORT
Thanks very much Paul for helping my wife pass her automatic test first time today. She couldn't of asked for a better instructor.
Samantha Spray
18 Mar 2017
REPORT
Excellent instructor, patient, professional, full of terrible but funny jokes. Never a dull moment.
Yvonne Igbenehi Ugbugba
3 Mar 2017
REPORT
Absolutely fabulous, i wouldnt exactly say im the easiest student or anything close to that lol, but his patience, experience and clarity makes it very easy to grasp all he teaches. Thanks again Paul... Read More
Absolutely fabulous, i wouldnt exactly say im the easiest student or anything close to that lol, but his patience, experience and clarity makes it very easy to grasp all he teaches. Thanks again Paul. Read Less
Michelle Shearer
6 Feb 2017
REPORT
Paul is a great driving instructor. If he could get me to pass anyone can!! Seriously though, he's a good guy. Very patient, puts you at ease and experienced.
Samantha Spray
3 Feb 2017
REPORT
Excellent driving instructor. Patient, professional, and friendly. Would definitely recommend to anyone wanting to learn to drive.
Stacey Millar
2 Feb 2017
REPORT
Great instructor. Knowledgeable, patient and flexible. I was very nervous behind the wheel but Paul did a fantastic job of putting me at ease at getting through my test in 6 months. Highly recommended... Read More
Great instructor. Knowledgeable, patient and flexible. I was very nervous behind the wheel but Paul did a fantastic job of putting me at ease at getting through my test in 6 months. Highly recommended. Read Less
Michelle Serrechia
31 Jan 2017
REPORT
Kind, patient and tells the worst jokes which are so bad they are good! Seriously though awesome instructor- Thanks for all your help Paul!
Donna Thompson
29 Jan 2017
REPORT
Excellent driving instructor, was very patient with me and very understanding when I had to change lesson times and dates due to having small children. Always had a laugh and joke. Would highly recom... Read More
Excellent driving instructor, was very patient with me and very understanding when I had to change lesson times and dates due to having small children. Always had a laugh and joke. Would highly recommend 10 out of 10 � Read Less
Samantha Natalie Ling
29 Jan 2017
REPORT
I passed my test in 2009 and Paul was a great supportive instructor! He did a good job encouraging me as I drive coaches now! �
Sarah Ryan Lowe Mcdermott
29 Jan 2017
REPORT
Paul is an amazing driving instructor patient and understanding and accommodating I was due to have a op and he helped me pass in good time driving changed my life so thankyou Paul and good luck to al... Read More
Paul is an amazing driving instructor patient and understanding and accommodating I was due to have a op and he helped me pass in good time driving changed my life so thankyou Paul and good luck to all you new starters he's a star � Read Less
Roxie Kershaw
29 Jan 2017
REPORT
A great driving instructor, able to find the way to teach you best and makes you feel at ease while learning. Would recommend him to anyone wanting to learn to drive.
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