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HGV Training in the Midlands

The Midlands is one of the UK’s most important logistics and distribution hubs — home to major motorways, urban centres, and vital industries. Whether you’re based in Birmingham, Leicester, Nottingham, or Northampton, HGV training in the Midlands can unlock career opportunities in construction, manufacturing, warehousing, and long-distance haulage.

At Driver Hire Training, we offer comprehensive, professionally delivered HGV and CPC training throughout the Midlands — helping you build the confidence and qualifications you need to start or progress your driving career.

In the Midlands, key industries that rely heavily on lorry drivers — and therefore offer strong employment opportunities — include:

  • Manufacturing and Distribution – Cities like Coventry, Derby, and Leicester are home to major manufacturing and automotive facilities, creating strong demand for reliable HGV drivers.
  • Retail and E-commerce – With fulfilment centres and warehouses scattered across the region, especially in Northampton, Birmingham, and Milton Keynes, logistics firms rely on HGV drivers to meet delivery schedules.
  • Construction and Infrastructure – Ongoing urban development and transport projects in Nottingham, Birmingham, and beyond drive steady demand for qualified drivers to transport materials and equipment.
  • Food and Agriculture – From food production in Lincolnshire to agricultural transport in Peterborough and Grimsby, drivers play a key role in moving produce and supplies across rural and urban locations.

Our HGV Training Courses in the Midlands

Wherever you’re based in the region, we offer HGV training in the Midlands that’s local, accessible, and led by experienced instructors. Working with DVSA-approved training centres we facilitate a full selection of HGV courses to suit your needs

To make you stand out from the crowd, increase your employability and earning potential, we also offer specialist qualifications:

To help you stay compliant with regulations, after passing your test, we offer online classroom tutor-led Driver CPC training to help you stay legal and continue developing your knowledge as a professional driver. No matter where you are in the Midlands, turn to us for you CPC training, drivers like you have rated us “Excellent” (4.7 stars).

Our HGV driving courses are tailored to help you train confidently and prepare for your test at a local centre — giving you hands-on experience with the road types and traffic conditions you’ll encounter on test day.

Midlands DVSA HGV Test Centres

Birmingham

Granby Avenue, Garretts Green, Birmingham, B33 0SD

A central choice for candidates training in Birmingham or surrounding areas.

Featherstone

Cat & Kittens Lane, Featherstone, WV10 7JD

Ideal for learners based near Wolverhampton, Derby, or Coventry.

Leicester

40 Cannock Street, Troon Industrial Estate, Leicester, LE4 9HT

Popular with candidates completing HGV training in Leicester and nearby towns.

Watnall

Main Road, Watnall, NG16 1JF

A key centre for those training in Nottingham and Derby.

Weedon (Northampton)

Cavalry Hill Industrial Park, Northampton, NN7 4PP

Convenient for drivers from Northampton, Milton Keynes, and even Peterborough.

Book Your HGV Training in the Midlands Today

Whether you’re starting from scratch or upgrading your licence, we’re here to help you succeed. We’ll guide you through the process, from medical checks to theory, practical training, and CPC.

Get in touch today to find a training course near you — and take the first step toward a rewarding HGV driving career in the Midlands and beyond.