Best HGV Training in Fleet (Direct-Access C+E, Cat C, C1, D1/D1+E & CPC)

If you’re based in Fleet, Church Crookham, Hartley Wintney, Hook, Farnborough, Aldershot or Camberley, you’re right in the heart of one of the UK’s busiest logistics corridors. That means opportunities—supermarket RDCs, pallet networks, construction supply, ports and trunking work up and down the M3/M25/M4 axes. Train with GS Driver Training and we’ll guide you smoothly from paperwork to pass so you can focus on building real, job-ready skills.

Train at: GS Driver Training, Dunsfold Aerodrome, Stovolds Hill, Cranleigh, GU6 8TB

Call: 01252 447808 

Email: sales@gsdrivertraining.com

Web: gsdrivertraining.com

Why Fleet learners choose GS Driver Training

• Go straight to Class 1 (C+E). You don’t need Cat C first anymore. Our direct-access C+E puts you in an artic from day one, builds trailer skills earlier, and gets you into higher-paid roles faster.
• Course hours to match your experience. For C+E we offer 24, 28, 32, 36 and 40-hour options. We’ll recommend the shortest plan that still gets you comfortably test-ready—no upselling.
• Test-ready, job-ready coaching. We teach the habits examiners and employers want: observation rhythm, positioning, speed/space planning, clean couple/uncouple, and professional defect control.
• Everything under one roof. D4 medical, DVLA provisional upgrade, theory prep, Module 3a (reverse & couple/uncouple), Module 3b (on-road), Initial CPC (Mods 2 & 4) and 35-hour Periodic CPC—sequenced sensibly so you keep momentum.
• Schedules that fit real life. Evenings, weekends or an intensive—perfect if you’re balancing work in Fleet, Farnborough or Basingstoke.
• Modern vehicles. Smooth gearboxes and predictable braking help you lock in safe technique and deliver a tidy, composed test drive.

Courses we run (and how we teach them)

Category C+E (Class 1 — Articulated) Direct Access

Best for: trunking, port-to-RDC work, supermarket networks, linehaul on the M3/M25/M4 corridors.Built in:

• Module 3a (off-road): reference-point bay reverse and clean, consistent couple/uncouple routine.
• Module 3b (on-road): anticipation, lane choice, spacing, rural and dual-carriageway polish, calm hazard response.
• Professional finish: daily defects, load awareness, paperwork routine, and a repeatable test-day mindset.Pick your hours: 24 / 28 / 32 / 36 / 40 — we’ll steer you to the right block for your starting point.

Category C (Class 2 — Rigid)

Best for: supermarket and pallet delivery, construction support, council fleets.Focus: roundabout strategy, urban hazard planning, lane discipline, stress-free manoeuvres, confident dual-carriageway driving.

Category C1 (3.5–7.5t)

Best for: ambulance/blue-light pathways, removals, utilities, horseboxes.Focus: tight-space control, smooth braking, safe loading, confident town/rural driving, robust daily checks.

D1 (Minibus, 9–16 seats)

Best for: schools, charities, care providers, community transport.Focus: passenger safety & accessibility, low-speed finesse, route planning, driver conduct and compliance.

D1+E (Minibus + trailer)

Hour options: 8, 12, or 16 (based on experience).You’ll master: legal limits, nose-weight & balance, trailer checks, coupling/uncoupling, bay reverse, and long-vehicle awareness on road.

Driver CPC (Initial & Periodic)

• Initial CPC: Module 2 Case Studies + Module 4 Practical Demonstration (load security, vulnerable road users, security, emergencies, documentation).
• Periodic CPC: 35 hours every five years. Popular modules: drivers’ hours & WTD, city restrictions & low bridges, safe loading, fuel-efficient driving, road risk, and driver wellbeing.

Tip: If you’ll drive for hire or reward, CPC is required. Not driving commercially? You may not need CPC—ask and we’ll confirm based on your plans.

Fast-Track to Class 1 (C+E) from Fleet

For many learners around Fleet and Farnborough, direct-access C+E is the smart play:

• You skip the interim Cat C test and train on an artic from day one.
• You develop trailer control and yard craft earlier—vital for RDCs and container yards.
• You qualify for the highest-paid roles sooner.

Choose 24, 28, 32, 36 or 40 hours to match your experience. We keep sessions tight, targeted and test-relevant.

Your step-by-step path to a pass

• Plan & paperworkTell us your target licence and timeframe. We’ll book the medical, manage provisional upgrades, and set a schedule around your shifts.
• Theory—done rightUse focused materials and realistic mocks for multiple-choice and hazard perception. We’ll highlight the traps that catch people out.
• Off-road pad (Module 3a)Learn a repeatable reverse using friendly reference points. Practise couple/uncouple until it’s muscle memory—clean, safe, consistent.
• On-road polish (Module 3b)Build a professional drive: mirror timing, positioning, planning and measured decisions through town, rural and dual-carriageway routes.
• Test week—streamlinedWe line up 3a, 3b, and CPC (if needed) to keep momentum. Expect a calm warm-up and a predictable routine to settle nerves.
• Pass & progressWe’ll guide your next steps—CPC completion, employer expectations, and quick routes into local work (RDCs, pallet networks, trunking, tanker with ADR, etc.).

Skills that pass tests and impress employers

• Observation & anticipation you can sustain under pressure
• Speed & space management that avoids last-second scrambles
• Positioning discipline in towns and at speed
• Load awareness & stability to protect cargo and your record
• Defect checks & reporting so vehicles stay legal and safe
• Clear communication with banksmen, yards, customers and the public

These habits reduce test faults and keep you safer—and more efficient—on the job.

Local outlook: Fleet & the M3 corridor

The Fleet–Farnborough–Aldershot belt is a logistics hotspot: supermarket RDCs, aerospace supply, pallet networks, construction materials and national linehaul. With C+E or Cat C, you can target:

• RDC trunking and night trunk routes (M3/M25/M4)
• Pallet network hub & spoke runs across Hampshire/Surrey/Berks
• Construction supply into major build sites and infrastructure
• Container & curtain-sider flows to and from Heathrow and the western corridor
• Tanker/bulk work (ADR adds value—ask for guidance)

We’ll help you pick the licence pathway the market is hiring for right now.

Getting to us from Fleet

By car (typically ~50–70 mins, traffic-dependent)

• Join the M3 toward Guildford/Basingstoke (from J4A or J4).
• Exit for the A331 toward Guildford, then join the A31 (Hogs Back).
• From Guildford, take the A281 toward Cranleigh/Horsham.
• Turn onto Stovolds Hill for Dunsfold Aerodrome (GU6 8TB).
• Free on-site parking; we’ll share a pin-drop when you book.

By train + taxi (often the simplest public-transport combo)

• Fleet → Woking → Guildford (typical SWR connections).
• From Guildford station, a taxi to Dunsfold Aerodrome takes ~20–25 minutes.

Bus Route

• Frequent services run into Guildford from surrounding towns; connections also serve Cranleigh.
• From Cranleigh village, a short taxi completes the trip.
• Weekend timetables can vary—check before you set off.

FAQs (Fleet)

Do I need Cat C before C+E?No—you can go direct to C+E. Pick 24/28/32/36/40 hours to match your starting point.

How long will it all take?That depends on licence path, schedule and test dates. We offer evenings, weekends and intensives to keep things moving.

Is Driver CPC mandatory?If you’ll drive for hire or reward, yes: Initial CPC then 35 hours every five years. Not commercial? You may not need CPC—ask us.

Can you help with theory?Absolutely—structured study plans, mock tests and instructor tips for a first-time pass.

Reversing worries me—can you fix that?Yes. We teach a clear, reference-point method on the 3a pad. Most learners relax after a few drills.

Do you run D1+E?Yes—8, 12 and 16-hour options. We’ll recommend the right one after a quick chat.

Do you offer flexible payments?Ask our team about current payment options.

Book your HGV training from Fleet today

Whether you need C1, Cat C, direct-access C+E (24/28/32/36/40 hrs), D1, D1+E (8/12/16 hrs) or Driver CPC, we’ll build a plan that fits your life and gets you test-ready with confidence.

GS Driver Training Dunsfold Aerodrome, Stovolds Hill, Cranleigh, GU6 8TB

Call: 01252 447808  

Email: sales@gsdrivertraining.com

Most-booked by Fleet learners:

• Direct-Access C+E — 24 / 28 / 32 / 36 / 40 hours
• Cat C (Class 2) — Rigid HGV
• Cat C1 — 3.5–7.5t (incl. ambulance)
• D1 (Minibus) & D1+E — 8 / 12 / 16 hours
• Driver CPC — Initial & 35-hour Periodic

Train smart. Pass first time. Drive a better future.