I cannot recommend East Coast Driver Training LTD enough! I’ve just completed 24 hours of intensive HGV training with them and passed first time, with absolutely no previous experience driving anything bigger than a 3.5-tonne Transit. I’ve now passed my Class 1 & 2 HGV qualifications and can drive articulated 44-tonne vehicles, which honestly still feels surreal! My instructor, Phil, was an absolute top guy from start to finish. He was incredibly patient, supportive, and encouraging throughout the entire process. I was extremely nervous going into this and genuinely didn’t believe I’d pass first time, but Phil believed in me from day one — even when I didn’t believe in myself. What really stood out to me was that he never rushed me or made me feel pressured. If I needed something repeated, he was more than happy to go over it again until I felt confident and understood everything properly. There were a few emotional and overwhelming moments for me during training, but Phil never lost patience or made me feel silly for struggling. He kept encouraging me, stayed calm, and helped build my confidence massively. The whole experience was honestly a rollercoaster of learning, mistakes, corrections, and achievements, but I genuinely enjoyed all of it. Phil even brought me breakfast one morning, chatted to me about his love for greyhounds, and taught me bits of local history while we were driving around — which I loved as a bit of a history buff myself 🤣 It made the whole experience feel really personal and comfortable rather than just “training.” All of these guys here are nothing but supportive and lovely, lots of encouragement from everyone I spoke too! Plenty of laughs too! I would 100% recommend East Coast Driver Training LTD to anybody looking to do HGV, bus, or forklift training — and I’d definitely recommend going directly to them rather than through an agency. Brilliant company, brilliant instructor, and an experience I’ll never forget. Thank you so much! Read Less

I did a compressed 3 day Class 1 C+E course. My trainer Carl was amazing. He prepared me perfectly for my reverse test and practical test. Passed with 1 minor. It’s all down to my trainer delivering great training and advice. Would 100% recommend and will go to them again if other licenses needed Read Less

"This isn't a myth; it’s the truth." Getting a C+E (Artic) license was a big dream in my life.My own decision to choose the right driving school to fulfill my dream has left me disappointed. When I shared my experience with my friends and others, everyone suggested East Coast Driver Training School to me. I would like to thank Craig and all the east coast team for supporting me in making my dream come true. " In my experience I can tell to anyone without hesitation East Coast Driver Training School is very good". Read Less

Passed C+E car to Artic course first time with east coast driver training. The training and service provided is extremely good and I could not have asked for better. I Highly recommend them!! Very Very happy and had a brilliant time Read Less

Cannot fault the training provided. My instructor Phil, identified immediately what was required to get me through my Class C and made a potentially stressful experience a pleasure, with friendly chat and constructive input. Trucks are clean and well presented and I found all of the other staff and Instructors I met to be friendly and supportive. Passed my Class C first time. Thank you ECDT and thank you Phil ! Read Less

Cannot recommend east coast driver training highly enough. Took me on a 3 day C+E intensive course at last minute. They go out of there way and put more time in to help with your weak spots which cost me no extra. They trained me how to reverse with ease and pass my test first time which I did! Read Less

Thoroughly professional spent a week of mornings with my instructor Mark. Really enjoyed learning how to drive CE safely and legally. Very good and clear instructions given at all times. Passed test first time 😎 Read Less

Thoroughly professional in every sense of the word, it was a pleasure getting taught there, I would not hesitate in getting retrained there or recommending the forklift courses to anybody, and there's plenty of tea and coffee ;D Read Less

Excellent trainers, clean and professional environment, great support through your course. I went on a 5-day counterbalance FLT course and found the trainers excellent at their job and tailored the course to suit your aptitude. Would definitely recommend to anyone, novice or experienced.Read Less