Why Take Refresher Driving Lessons?

Even experienced drivers can lose confidence or fall out of practice. Taking refresher lessons with Progression Driving School will help you:​

• Regain Confidence – Whether you’re nervous about town traffic in Kendal or unsure about country roads in Grasmere, we’ll support you at your pace.

• Refresh Road Rules & Best Practices – The Highway Code is updated regularly, and our lessons ensure you stay informed.

• Improve Specific Driving Skills – Struggling with roundabouts like Plumgarths (Kendal)? We’ll help you master them.

• Tackle Difficult Driving Situations – Whether it’s motorway slip roads like Junction 36 of the M6, Kendal’s one-way system, or parking in Windermere town center, we’ll tailor the lessons to your needs.

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What to Expect During Refresher Lessons

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1. Assessing Your Needs and Setting Goals

Before we start driving, your instructor will discuss your experience, any concerns, and what you want to achieve. This allows us to tailor a plan that focuses on your specific requirements, such as:

• Mastering busy town driving in Kendal, Windermere, and Bowness.

• Navigating rural roads around Grasmere and Staveley.

• Improving roundabout and junction confidence on key routes like the A591 and A6.

• Practicing motorway skills using Junction 36 of the M6 and the A590 dual carriageway.

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2. Revisiting Core Driving Skills

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For many returning drivers, getting comfortable with vehicle control is key. You’ll practice:

• Clutch control & gear changes (manual drivers).

• Braking and acceleration techniques—useful for steep inclines around Ambleside.

• Steering, road positioning, and lane discipline—essential for Kendal’s one-way system.

• Using mirrors effectively and improving hazard awareness—crucial for navigating Bowness's busy pedestrian areas.

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3. Practicing Real-World Driving Situations

Once you're comfortable, we’ll move onto practical on-road experience, where you'll practice:

• Navigating Kendal’s town center traffic and multi-lane roads.

• Handling the A591 between Windermere and Grasmere, a key Lake District route.

• Dealing with roundabouts like the A6/A591 intersection near Plumgarths.

• Parking in Windermere’s busy town center or tight spaces in Bowness.

• Safely merging onto the M6 via Junction 36 and adjusting to high-speed traffic.

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4. Updating Your Knowledge of Road Rules

Even if you've driven for years, road laws change. We’ll help you stay up to date, covering:

• Recent Highway Code updates, including priority rules for pedestrians and cyclists.

• Smart motorways and variable speed limits, useful for the M6.

• Modern safety features in newer cars, like lane assist and parking sensors.

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5. Building Confidence in Challenging Situations

Many drivers seek refresher lessons to overcome specific fears, such as:

• Driving in poor weather on exposed roads like the A66.

• Handling Kendal’s busy roundabouts and merging lanes.

• Rebuilding confidence after an accident or a long break from driving.

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We take a patient, step-by-step approach, ensuring you never feel rushed.

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