Professional Cat C, Cat CE & CPC training at 8 conveniently located centres across London, Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Cambridgeshire & Northamptonshire. High pass rates. Finance available. Start within days.
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📞 Call Us Now: 0800 XXX XXXXFrom your first HGV licence to a full artic qualification — we've got every step of your journey covered.
Drive vehicles between 3.5 and 7.5 tonnes. Perfect for furniture delivery, ambulances and specialist vehicles.
The standard HGV licence. Drive rigid lorries over 7.5 tonnes — essential for most haulage and logistics jobs.
The highest HGV class. Drive articulated lorries and access the top end of driver pay. Must hold Cat C first.
Legally required to drive professionally. The Driver Certificate of Professional Competence — theory and practical modules.
Maintain your professional driving qualification. 35 hours every 5 years — we make it flexible and convenient.
Cat C + Cat CE + Driver CPC — everything you need to start your career as a fully qualified artic driver.
💰 HGV training from as little as £395 — prices vary by course and location. Get a free, no-obligation quote →
We've helped thousands of people across London and the Home Counties launch rewarding HGV careers. Here's why they chose us.
Fully registered with the DVSA. All licences and qualifications are legally recognised, DVSA-compliant, and accepted by every employer in the UK.
Our intensive, structured training programmes give you the best possible chance of passing first time — saving you time and money on retests.
Train close to home with centres in Hoddesdon, Enfield, Cranfield, Aylesbury, Leighton Buzzard, St Neots, Northampton and Cambridge.
All our instructors are ADI-registered with extensive real-world haulage experience. Small training ratios mean you get genuine one-to-one attention.
Don't let cost be a barrier. We offer flexible payment plans, interest-free options, and can help you access Skills Bootcamp & Jobcentre funding.
We work with a network of employers across London and the Home Counties. Many graduates receive offers before they've even finished training.
We work exclusively with vetted, established HGV training schools local to each centre. Every provider is checked for quality, DVSA compliance, and instructor experience — so you're always in safe hands.
Find the same course cheaper elsewhere? We'll match it. Our direct relationships with training providers mean no inflated prices — just honest, competitive rates every time.
We don't take commission and we never add admin fees on top of course prices. What you're quoted is exactly what you pay — completely transparent, every time.
Every session is delivered in modern, well-maintained HGV vehicles by DVSA-registered instructors with real-world haulage experience. Small training groups mean you get proper, attentive coaching — not just a seat in a minibus.
Our local training partners have been operating for years and know the test routes, the DVSA examiners, and what it takes to help you pass first time.
Get Your Free QuoteA clear, supported journey from enquiry to your first day behind the wheel of an HGV.
We assess your goals, driving history and location to recommend the right course and funding options — no hard sell, just honest advice.
We guide you through the DVLA Group 2 medical (D4 form) and prepare you for the HGV theory and hazard perception tests with our study materials.
Intensive practical training at your chosen centre with our experienced instructors. Modern vehicles, small groups, and real-world scenarios.
Pass your DVSA test and receive your Category C or CE licence. Our job placement team will help connect you with employers straight away.
Eight strategically placed training centres across London and the Home Counties — one is never far away.
On the A10 corridor, convenient for south Hertfordshire and north London trainees.
View locationOur North London centre, easily accessible from Edmonton, Waltham Cross and Cheshunt.
View locationCentral Bedfordshire location, ideal for Bedford, Milton Keynes and Woburn trainees.
View locationBuckinghamshire hub, serving Thame, Wendover, Tring and surrounding areas.
View locationServing south Bedfordshire including Dunstable, Luton and Houghton Regis.
View locationIdeal for Huntingdon, Sandy and Biggleswade trainees seeking HGV training.
View locationCovering Wellingborough, Kettering, Daventry and the wider Northamptonshire area.
View locationJust north of Cambridge, convenient for Ely, Huntingdon and Saffron Walden.
View locationDon't just take our word for it — here's what recently qualified Southern HGV Training drivers have to say.
"I was nervous about returning to training after 10 years away from formal education. The instructors at Enfield were incredibly patient and professional. I passed my Cat C on the first attempt and landed a job with a logistics firm within two weeks."
"I was made redundant and needed a career change quickly. Southern HGV Training helped me find funding through the Skills Bootcamp scheme, trained me in Cat C and CE within three weeks, and helped me find a job paying £42,000. Life-changing."
"The Bar Hill centre was perfect for me — modern trucks, great instructors and very flexible scheduling. I trained around my current job and passed first time. The admin team sorted all my paperwork. Couldn't recommend them more highly."
Everything you need to know about getting your HGV licence with Southern HGV Training.
Costs vary depending on your chosen course and level of prior experience. Category C training typically starts from £1,500–£2,500, while a full Cat C + CE + CPC package is typically £3,000–£5,000. We offer flexible payment plans and interest-free finance options, and can help you access Skills Bootcamp funding which may cover the full cost. Contact us for a personalised quote.
With our intensive programmes, most trainees complete Category C in 1–2 weeks of training, plus time for the DVLA medical and theory tests beforehand. Category CE can be added in a further 1–2 weeks. Total time from starting the process to holding your licence is typically 4–8 weeks, depending on test slot availability and your starting point.
You must pass a DVLA Group 2 medical examination (completed on a D4 form) before driving on a provisional HGV entitlement. Your GP can conduct this, or we can refer you to an approved medical practitioner. Conditions such as well-controlled diabetes or previous heart issues are not automatically disqualifying — we'll guide you through the process.
Category C covers rigid HGV vehicles over 7.5 tonnes (e.g. curtainsiders, tippers, tankers). Category CE adds the entitlement to drive articulated lorries (artics) with a trailer — the vehicles you see most on motorways. Cat CE commands the highest driver pay and opens the most job opportunities. You must hold Category C before training for CE.
Yes — there are several funding routes available:
We'll help you identify and apply for the most suitable option during your free consultation.
The UK is experiencing a significant shortage of qualified HGV drivers, making the job market extremely favourable. Starting salaries for Cat C drivers are typically £28,000–£35,000, while Cat CE (artic) drivers commonly earn £35,000–£52,000+ — with higher rates for nights, weekends and specialist loads. Many of our graduates receive job offers before completing their training.
Yes. You need to pass the HGV theory test (multiple choice) and hazard perception test before sitting your practical driving test. However, you can begin practical training while your theory test is booked — we'll provide study materials and mock tests to help you prepare. The theory test is taken online at a DVSA test centre.
Yes — a full Category B (car) driving licence is all you need to start HGV training. You don't need any prior lorry or van experience. We accept trainees from all backgrounds, including career changers, school leavers with a full car licence, and existing drivers looking to upskill.
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