Ready to get on
the road?
Hi, I’m Adrian. I teach calm, patient manual driving lessons across West Edinburgh, with 17 years’ experience and a strong focus on the Currie test area.
First-time driver deal
A relaxed first session for complete beginners. Two hours gives you time to settle in without feeling rushed.
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DVSA-approved driving instructor
Relaxed, practical teaching that fits you
I’ve been teaching for 17 years and have helped more than 200 learners pass. I keep lessons relaxed, explain things clearly and adapt the way I teach to suit you — with enough humour to keep things comfortable.
Approved driving instructor
I’m Adrian Palmer, a DVSA-approved driving instructor providing manual driving lessons across West Edinburgh.
Three simple steps
Send me your details
Tell me where you are, your driving experience and when you’re available.
I’ll confirm availability
I’ll let you know whether I have a suitable lesson slot and arrange your first lesson with you.
Start learning
We’ll build your skills at the right pace, working towards confident independent driving and your test when you’re ready.
Learn at your pace. Build real confidence.
Start from scratch, refresh existing skills, adapt to UK roads or prepare intensively for Currie. I adapt the way I teach to you rather than forcing everyone through the same script.
Complete beginners
First lessons, nervous learners and a clear path from controls to independent driving.
Start learning →Refresher lessons
Return after a break, rebuild confidence or focus on particular road situations.
Refresh your skills →International drivers
Experienced overseas drivers preparing for UK roads and, where needed, a UK test.
Driving in the UK →Intensive tuition
Focused tuition for learners who already have the basics and can drive without coaching.
See intensive options →Why learn manual? Keep both options open.
Pass your test in a manual car and your licence lets you drive both manual and automatic cars. I teach in a 2016 SEAT Leon 1.4 FR with dual controls.
Manual-only tuition
Build clutch control, gear selection and road awareness in one complete skill set.
More licence flexibility
A manual pass keeps manual and automatic vehicles open to you.
Dual controls
Extra reassurance for first-time drivers while you build control and confidence.
Local lessons and flexible pickup points
I can arrange pickup from home, work, school or university within my coverage area. Core locations include EH11, with selected areas in EH14, EH12, EH13, EH10 and EH3.
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What pupils say
“Very patient and professional, made you feel at ease.”
“He helped me as I started to drive in the UK after being an EU driver.”
“He changed the lessons to benefit how I learnt. I passed first time.”
Passed with me
A few of the learners I’ve helped turn lessons into a successful test day.
Every learner gets there in their own way. These are some of the people I’ve had the pleasure of helping build their confidence, develop their skills and pass their test.
Follow me on the road
Recent driving tips, pupil updates and day-to-day posts from @beagooddriver.
Follow @beagooddriver on Instagram for my latest posts.
Before you enquire
Do I need a provisional licence?
Yes, you need a valid provisional licence before driving on public roads. You do not need to have passed your theory test before starting lessons.
Do you teach automatic?
No. I teach manual only, which means a manual test pass lets you drive both manual and automatic cars.
How long are lessons?
Choose 60, 90 or 120 minutes. Your preferred duration is included in the availability form.
Can you pick me up from university or work?
Yes, where the pickup point is within my normal West Edinburgh coverage area.
Can I use your car for my test?
Yes, at the normal lesson rate, provided I consider you safe and test-ready to use my tuition car.
Do you teach international drivers?
Yes. I regularly teach international and overseas drivers, including experienced drivers preparing for a UK test.
Ready to get started?
Send me your details and I’ll check your area, availability and the best place to start.
On a phone, tap the text button to open Messages. On a computer, use 07908 923 211. Please allow up to 48 hours for a reply. An enquiry is not a confirmed booking.