Darren Lambert Driving Instructor
Ilkeston, Derbyshire
Reviews
Rhondda H
28 Jan 2026
REPORT
Thanks to Darren, our son has passed his driving test today first time.
This is the 2nd family member Darren has gotten through the driving test first time.
Highly recommend him to anyone wanting to l...
Thanks to Darren, our son has passed his driving test today first time.
This is the 2nd family member Darren has gotten through the driving test first time.
Highly recommend him to anyone wanting to learn to drive. He provides great guidance on what to practice outside of the lessons too. Always there to help.
Thanks again Darren.
Anne Chiu
20 Oct 2023
REPORT
As someone who was extremely nervous about learning to drive, Darren was the best instructor I could have asked for. He was patient, encouraging and always stayed calm in every situation. Highly recom...
As someone who was extremely nervous about learning to drive, Darren was the best instructor I could have asked for. He was patient, encouraging and always stayed calm in every situation. Highly recommended!
Sian Smith
4 Sep 2018
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Darren is an incredibly patient driving instructor, simply fantastic. I've never known anybody so calm. Even when I made a mistake, it never felt like the end of the world.
For every lesson I got to ...
Darren is an incredibly patient driving instructor, simply fantastic. I've never known anybody so calm. Even when I made a mistake, it never felt like the end of the world.
For every lesson I got to choose what I'd like to do, I was never made to do anything I wasn't ready for. Tracking my progress throughout my lessons really helped me see how far I'd come.
I'd recommend Darren to anyone, I couldn't have asked for a better instructor.
Thank you for all of your help and encouragement :)
callem moss
17 Jul 2018
REPORT
Excellent instructor! Would recommend to anybody wanting to learn to drive. Darren helped me pass first time and I believe I would have not been able to do this with another instructor. Very easy to t...
Excellent instructor! Would recommend to anybody wanting to learn to drive. Darren helped me pass first time and I believe I would have not been able to do this with another instructor. Very easy to talk to and in general a great guy.
Charlie Hoyle
13 Jul 2018
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What can I say, in the short time I've known Darren he has managed to get me from zero to passing my test! His patience and skill is above amazing and I could not ask for a better instructor, Darren r...
What can I say, in the short time I've known Darren he has managed to get me from zero to passing my test! His patience and skill is above amazing and I could not ask for a better instructor, Darren really has helped me get where I want to be. No one believes in you more than Darren does, 5 stars all the way!
Leah Attenborough
6 Jun 2018
REPORT
I would 100% recommend Darren to anyone! He is a very experienced, reliable, friendly person and I couldn’t have asked for a better instructor. He made sure I was confident and calm at all times and ...
I would 100% recommend Darren to anyone! He is a very experienced, reliable, friendly person and I couldn’t have asked for a better instructor. He made sure I was confident and calm at all times and this enabled me to learn everything I needed to know to pass first time! I couldn’t of done it without you, thank you so much
Georgina Martina
23 Apr 2018
REPORT
Darron has allowed me to overcome the worries of learning to drive, he pushed me to reach my potential and with his comforting and reassuring attitude enabled me to pass first time ! (Something I neve...
Darron has allowed me to overcome the worries of learning to drive, he pushed me to reach my potential and with his comforting and reassuring attitude enabled me to pass first time ! (Something I never thought was possible) Darron taught both me and my brother and successfully led us both to passing first time. Based on mine and my brothers different learning styles, I truly believe Darron would suit any nervous, confident or shy learner driver and ensure they succeed! Thank you for everything Darron ! 🚘
Georgina Wood
22 Apr 2018
REPORT
Darron has allowed me to overcome the worries of learning to drive, he pushed me to reach my potential and with his comforting and reassuring attitude enabled me to pass first time ! (Something I neve...
Darron has allowed me to overcome the worries of learning to drive, he pushed me to reach my potential and with his comforting and reassuring attitude enabled me to pass first time ! (Something I never thought was possible) Darron taught both me and my brother and successfully led us both to passing first time. Based on mine and my brothers different learning styles, I truly believe Darron would suit any nervous, confident or shy learner driver and ensure they succeed! Thank you for everything Darron !
Aaron Brown
19 Mar 2018
REPORT
I would 100% recommend Darren as a driving instructor! He was patient, great to get a long with and got me to pass in a short amount of time. Thanks for everything!
Ryan Edwards
6 Feb 2018
REPORT
Amazing instructor! if you are nervous around new people he's really friendly and approachable. Defiantly have him as your driving instructor he really knows he's stuff you won't regret it.
Laura Mann
8 Dec 2017
REPORT
Darren was a pleasure to have as a Driving Instructor, I started taking lessons in June and past at the beginning of December. Honestly I can’t thank him enough!
Olivia BrowN
8 Jun 2017
REPORT
Absolutely amazing Instructor! Helped me passed first time. Would recommend to anyone. Thank you so much Darren!
Laura Head
8 Jun 2017
REPORT
Darren is simply the best, I was such a nervous wreck when starting my lessons but Darren soon changed me he's a patient person who's so helpful and I would highly recommend him to anyone out there wh...
Darren is simply the best, I was such a nervous wreck when starting my lessons but Darren soon changed me he's a patient person who's so helpful and I would highly recommend him to anyone out there who's looking for an instructor, I passed my first time and it was all thanks to him. Thanks Darren for everything you're a diamond
Danny Rafferty
12 May 2017
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Darren Price
4 May 2017
REPORT
A great instructor and easy person to get a long with and don't get angry when making little mistakes, just wants to see you improve for the next time.
Would recommend Darren a lot.
Joshua Knighton
10 Apr 2017
REPORT
Great instructor, has a very good pass rate definitely recommended.
Jesse Joel Lewendon
22 Aug 2016
REPORT
I would massively recommend Darren, he's been amazing throughout my whole driving experience! He definitely makes you feel safe and secure within the car, whilst educating you at the same time. One of...
I would massively recommend Darren, he's been amazing throughout my whole driving experience! He definitely makes you feel safe and secure within the car, whilst educating you at the same time. One of the best driving instructors around and thank you very much!
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07875 238097
4 Hayling Close
Ilkeston Derbyshire DE7 9HW
Business Hours
Monday
Mon
10:00AM-20:00PM
Tuesday
Tue
10:00AM-20:00PM
Wednesday
Wed
10:00AM-20:00PM
Thursday
Thu
10:00AM-20:00PM
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Darren Lambert Driving Instructor
Ilkeston, Derbyshire
4 Hayling Close
Ilkeston Derbyshire DE7 9HW
Business Hours
Monday
10:00AM-20:00PM
Tuesday
10:00AM-20:00PM
Wednesday
10:00AM-20:00PM
Thursday
10:00AM-20:00PM
Friday
10:00AM-20:00PM
Reviews
Rhondda H
28 Jan 2026
Thanks to Darren, our son has passed his driving test today first time.
This is the 2nd family member Darren has gotten through the driving test first time.
Highly recommend him to anyone wanting to l...
Thanks to Darren, our son has passed his driving test today first time.
This is the 2nd family member Darren has gotten through the driving test first time.
Highly recommend him to anyone wanting to learn to drive. He provides great guidance on what to practice outside of the lessons too. Always there to help.
Thanks again Darren.
Anne Chiu
20 Oct 2023
As someone who was extremely nervous about learning to drive, Darren was the best instructor I could have asked for. He was patient, encouraging and always stayed calm in every situation. Highly recom...
As someone who was extremely nervous about learning to drive, Darren was the best instructor I could have asked for. He was patient, encouraging and always stayed calm in every situation. Highly recommended!
Sian Smith
4 Sep 2018
Darren is an incredibly patient driving instructor, simply fantastic. I've never known anybody so calm. Even when I made a mistake, it never felt like the end of the world.
For every lesson I got to ...
Darren is an incredibly patient driving instructor, simply fantastic. I've never known anybody so calm. Even when I made a mistake, it never felt like the end of the world.
For every lesson I got to choose what I'd like to do, I was never made to do anything I wasn't ready for. Tracking my progress throughout my lessons really helped me see how far I'd come.
I'd recommend Darren to anyone, I couldn't have asked for a better instructor.
Thank you for all of your help and encouragement :)
callem moss
17 Jul 2018
Excellent instructor! Would recommend to anybody wanting to learn to drive. Darren helped me pass first time and I believe I would have not been able to do this with another instructor. Very easy to t...
Excellent instructor! Would recommend to anybody wanting to learn to drive. Darren helped me pass first time and I believe I would have not been able to do this with another instructor. Very easy to talk to and in general a great guy.
Charlie Hoyle
13 Jul 2018
What can I say, in the short time I've known Darren he has managed to get me from zero to passing my test! His patience and skill is above amazing and I could not ask for a better instructor, Darren r...
What can I say, in the short time I've known Darren he has managed to get me from zero to passing my test! His patience and skill is above amazing and I could not ask for a better instructor, Darren really has helped me get where I want to be. No one believes in you more than Darren does, 5 stars all the way!
Leah Attenborough
6 Jun 2018
I would 100% recommend Darren to anyone! He is a very experienced, reliable, friendly person and I couldn’t have asked for a better instructor. He made sure I was confident and calm at all times and ...
I would 100% recommend Darren to anyone! He is a very experienced, reliable, friendly person and I couldn’t have asked for a better instructor. He made sure I was confident and calm at all times and this enabled me to learn everything I needed to know to pass first time! I couldn’t of done it without you, thank you so much
Georgina Martina
23 Apr 2018
Darron has allowed me to overcome the worries of learning to drive, he pushed me to reach my potential and with his comforting and reassuring attitude enabled me to pass first time ! (Something I neve...
Darron has allowed me to overcome the worries of learning to drive, he pushed me to reach my potential and with his comforting and reassuring attitude enabled me to pass first time ! (Something I never thought was possible) Darron taught both me and my brother and successfully led us both to passing first time. Based on mine and my brothers different learning styles, I truly believe Darron would suit any nervous, confident or shy learner driver and ensure they succeed! Thank you for everything Darron ! 🚘
Georgina Wood
22 Apr 2018
Darron has allowed me to overcome the worries of learning to drive, he pushed me to reach my potential and with his comforting and reassuring attitude enabled me to pass first time ! (Something I neve...
Darron has allowed me to overcome the worries of learning to drive, he pushed me to reach my potential and with his comforting and reassuring attitude enabled me to pass first time ! (Something I never thought was possible) Darron taught both me and my brother and successfully led us both to passing first time. Based on mine and my brothers different learning styles, I truly believe Darron would suit any nervous, confident or shy learner driver and ensure they succeed! Thank you for everything Darron !
Aaron Brown
19 Mar 2018
I would 100% recommend Darren as a driving instructor! He was patient, great to get a long with and got me to pass in a short amount of time. Thanks for everything!
Ryan Edwards
6 Feb 2018
Amazing instructor! if you are nervous around new people he's really friendly and approachable. Defiantly have him as your driving instructor he really knows he's stuff you won't regret it.
Laura Mann
8 Dec 2017
Darren was a pleasure to have as a Driving Instructor, I started taking lessons in June and past at the beginning of December. Honestly I can’t thank him enough!
Olivia BrowN
8 Jun 2017
Absolutely amazing Instructor! Helped me passed first time. Would recommend to anyone. Thank you so much Darren!
Laura Head
8 Jun 2017
Darren is simply the best, I was such a nervous wreck when starting my lessons but Darren soon changed me he's a patient person who's so helpful and I would highly recommend him to anyone out there wh...
Darren is simply the best, I was such a nervous wreck when starting my lessons but Darren soon changed me he's a patient person who's so helpful and I would highly recommend him to anyone out there who's looking for an instructor, I passed my first time and it was all thanks to him. Thanks Darren for everything you're a diamond
Danny Rafferty
12 May 2017
Darren Price
4 May 2017
A great instructor and easy person to get a long with and don't get angry when making little mistakes, just wants to see you improve for the next time.
Would recommend Darren a lot.
Joshua Knighton
10 Apr 2017
Great instructor, has a very good pass rate definitely recommended.
Jesse Joel Lewendon
22 Aug 2016
I would massively recommend Darren, he's been amazing throughout my whole driving experience! He definitely makes you feel safe and secure within the car, whilst educating you at the same time. One of...
I would massively recommend Darren, he's been amazing throughout my whole driving experience! He definitely makes you feel safe and secure within the car, whilst educating you at the same time. One of the best driving instructors around and thank you very much!
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