Manual Driving Lessons in Cambridge
DVSA-approved instructors • High first-time pass rate • Dual-controlled cars • Flexible pick-up / drop-off across Cambridge CB postcodes
- Manual & automatic lessons available
- Intensive courses, Pass Plus, motorway training
- Student discounts & flexible evenings/weekends
Why Choose MasterDrive Academy?
We blend professional instruction with local knowledge of Cambridge roads and test routes. Our goal is not only to get you through the test — it’s to give you the habits and confidence of a lifetime of safe driving.Learn to drive confidently with MasterDrive Academy — the trusted choice for manual driving lessons in Cambridge. Our DVSA-approved driving instructors offer expert training tailored to beginners, nervous drivers, and international licence holders across Cambridge and surrounding CB postcode areas. From clutch control and gear handling to advanced road safety skills, we help you not only pass your driving test — but become a safe, confident driver for life.
As a leading manual driving school in Cambridge, we understand the importance of learning in real situations. That’s why our lessons take place on familiar Cambridge test routes, including Chesterton Road, Milton Road, Histon Road, and Newmarket Road, helping you build confidence in the exact areas where you’ll take your test.
High First-time Pass Rate
Focused lessons and mock tests designed for success.
Flexible Scheduling
Evening + weekend availability with local pick-ups.
Tailored Teaching
Beginners, nervous, and international learners welcome.
✔ DVSA-Approved Manual Driving Instructors (ADIs)
✔ High first-time pass rates on Cambridge practical tests
✔ Modern, dual-controlled manual cars for safety and learning comfort
✔ Flexible lesson times including evenings and weekends
✔ Pick-up and drop-off across CB1, CB2, CB3, CB4, CB5 and nearby areas
✔ Affordable prices, student discounts, block booking offers
We offer structured manual lessons covering clutch control, gear changes, junctions, roundabouts, manoeuvres, and independent driving. Nervous or anxious? Our instructors specialise in confidence-building tuition that progresses at your pace.
Courses & Services
Choose how fast you want to learn & how confident you want to feel. Whether you’re a brand-new learner or switching from automatic, manual lessons give you full control over your driving future. A manual license allows you to drive both manual and automatic vehicles—offering more freedom, a better driving experience, and a wider car choice in the future.
Beginner (Manual)
- Structured lessons
- Mock test
- Flexible pick-up
Intensive Manual Course
- Crash course available
- Custom schedule
- Test-day prep
Refresher Lessons
- Motorway confidence
- Night & weather driving
- Crash Course available
Local Cambridge expertise — better results
Cambridge roads present unique challenges — bicycles, narrow streets, pedestrian zones, complex roundabouts, and university traffic. With our local driving instructors, you’ll practise the key skills needed to drive safely and pass your test the first time:
• Busy city centre driving & hazard spotting
• Advanced roundabout techniques
• Parking in tight spaces (parallel & bay)
• Dual carriageway joining & lane discipline
We cover popular test centres and follow official Cambridge test-style routes to remove surprises on test day.