Taunton Training Centre
A one-stop shop for all your LGV, PCV, CPC and B+E training needs — with our own DVSA test centre on site.
Why Choose Our Training Centre
Join the students who have advanced their careers with our expert training programs and dedicated support.
Small Class Sizes
Personalised attention with small group sizes ensuring you get the support you need to succeed.
Industry Expert Trainers
Learn from experienced professionals with real-world expertise in their respective fields.
Accredited Training
Independently verified to deliver high-quality training and recognised qualifications.
Strong Pass Rates
Our students consistently achieve outstanding results, often well above national averages.
Flexible Scheduling
Courses scheduled to fit around busy work and life commitments — daytime, evening, and intensive options available.
Ongoing Support
From booking through certification, our team is here to support you at every step of your training journey.
Your Learning Journey Starts Here
Whether you're starting a new career with an apprenticeship or advancing your skills with professional courses, we provide flexible pathways to success.
Apprenticeships
Combine on-the-job training with classroom learning. Earn a wage while you develop valuable skills with hand-picked employers.
- Earn while you learn
- No tuition fees
- Nationally recognized qualifications
- Guaranteed employment
Short Courses
Refresh existing skills or gain compliance certifications with focused, practical training programs designed for busy professionals.
- Flexible scheduling
- Quick completion
- Industry-specific
- CPD accredited
How It Works
Choose Your Path
Select from apprenticeships or short courses across trades, business, healthcare, and education sectors.
Earn While You Learn
Get hands-on experience with carefully selected employers while receiving expert training and qualifications.
Expert Guidance
Benefit from small class sizes, industry expert trainers, and personalized support throughout your journey.
Achieve Your Goals
Gain nationally recognized qualifications and the practical skills employers are actively seeking.
Ready to take the next step in your career?
Meet Our Expert Trainers
Our team of experienced professionals brings real-world expertise to every session
Mike Hayward
Mike is the second generation to run Taunton Training Centre, which his family founded in 1973. A DVSA-registered LGV instructor with over 30 years behind the wheel and at the roadside, he oversees the centre, the on-site test facility and the instructor team — and still loves seeing a nervous learner pass their Class 1.
Qualifications
Steve Pollard
A former long-distance HGV driver, Steve made the move to instructing so he could pass on the practical, road-ready habits that keep drivers safe and confident. Patient and unflappable, he takes learners from their first time in a rigid cab right through to their artic test.
Qualifications
Our Training Courses
Professional courses designed to help you achieve your qualifications and advance your career.
Category C – Rigid LGV (Class 2)
Category C – Rigid LGV (Class 2) — professional driver training delivered by experienced instructors at Taunton Training Centre, Bridgwater. Practical training and testing with a DVSA examiner on site.
Next: 24 Jun 2026
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Category C+E – Artic LGV (Class 1)
Category C+E – Artic LGV (Class 1) — professional driver training delivered by experienced instructors at Taunton Training Centre, Bridgwater. Practical training and testing with a DVSA examiner on site.
Next: 25 Jun 2026
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Category C+E – Direct from Car (B)
Category C+E – Direct from Car (B) — professional driver training delivered by experienced instructors at Taunton Training Centre, Bridgwater. Practical training and testing with a DVSA examiner on site.
Next: 26 Jun 2026
Book This CourseLGV Theory Test Preparation
LGV Theory Test Preparation — professional driver training delivered by experienced instructors at Taunton Training Centre, Bridgwater. Practical training and testing with a DVSA examiner on site.
Next: 27 Jun 2026
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Category D – Bus & Coach (PCV)
Category D – Bus & Coach (PCV) — professional driver training delivered by experienced instructors at Taunton Training Centre, Bridgwater. Practical training and testing with a DVSA examiner on site.
Next: 28 Jun 2026
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Category D1 – Minibus (PCV)
Category D1 – Minibus (PCV) — professional driver training delivered by experienced instructors at Taunton Training Centre, Bridgwater. Practical training and testing with a DVSA examiner on site.
Next: 29 Jun 2026
Book This CourseGet In Touch
Ready to start your training? Contact us today.
tauntontraining@btconnect.com
Phone
01278 433255
Location
The Halfway Inn, Westonzoyland Road
Bridgwater, TA7 0HZ