Why Choose The LGV Training Company?
At The LGV Training Company, we offer high quality, great value HGV training in Reading.
With over 14 years of experience, boasting 500+ “Excellent” 5* Trustpilot reviews and high pass rates, our tailored training packages are designed to fit your needs.
If you’re looking to earn up to £50k a year, we’ll help to find you your perfect job in or around Reading, through our trusted recruitment process and partnerships – we’ll even re-write your CV for you.
Join thousands of satisfied customers who have excelled in their HGV driving careers.
Why train in Reading?
Reading, nestled at the heart of Berkshire where the Thames and Kennet rivers meet, offers a variety of cultural and scenic points of interest that complement HGV training in the area. Trainees might pass by the atmospheric Reading Abbey Ruins and landscaped Forbury Gardens, landmarks rich with medieval history and open green spaces—ideal for practising low-speed control and orientation beside pedestrian-friendly areas. The Reading Museum, housed in the town hall and featuring a full-scale replica of the Bayeux Tapestry, presents a bustling urban setting for careful navigation near busy civic sites. Nearby, the Museum of English Rural Life on the university campus showcases Britain’s farming heritage and rural machinery—a fitting backdrop for discussing logistics and vehicle operation themes during training. For more vibrant settings, the Oracle Shopping Centre along the riverside combines traffic with pedestrian activity, giving learners realistic exposure to mixed-use driving environments. Whether navigating historic high streets or riverside routes, the varied attractions of Reading help provide practical, context-rich scenarios that support comprehensive HGV training.
Reading’s strategic location along the M4 corridor makes it a vital point for regional distribution, with well-established commercial zones that sustain steady HGV movement. Areas such as the Green Park Business Park and Reading International Business Park are home to major employers and logistics operations that rely on consistent vehicle access. These zones provide real-world driving conditions for trainees, including navigating loading bays, timed deliveries, and commercial estate layouts. The town’s well-connected road network further supports realistic training for those preparing to operate within active distribution environments.
Diverse Range of Courses
We offer an extensive range of HGV Training courses targeted at different aspects of the HGV career path, ensuring we cater to all needs. Our HGV training courses include:
- Cat C+E or Class 1 Fast Track
- Cat C or Class 2 Training
- Category C1 Driver Training Courses
- Category C1+E
- Horsebox Driver Training
- Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC) – Online Course
- HIAB Training
- ADR
State-of-the-Art Facilities and Experienced Instructors
Our Reading training centres are equipped with the high quality HGVs, to provide the best start to your training journey. Our instructors bring years of real-world experience and a passion for teaching, ensuring that our candidates receive both the knowledge and the practical skills they need to succeed. They know the test centre routes and will help you build confidence in the local area.
Tailored Training Programmes
We understand that each trainee has unique needs and learning paces. Our programmes are designed to be flexible, offering personalised training that take into account your individual goals and needs.
This approach ensures that everyone who enrols in our HGV Training in Reading feels supported and motivated throughout their journey.
Track Record of Success
Our pride comes from seeing our graduates excel in their driving careers. The feedback and success stories that flow back to us serve as a testament to the effectiveness of our training programmes. It’s not just about passing exams; it’s about shaping competent, confident, and responsible HGV drivers.
In choosing The LGV Training Company, you’re not just signing up for a course; you’re stepping into a partnership that’s dedicated to your success in the field of professional HGV driving.
The LGV Training Company Pass Protection
Embarking on a career as a professional HGV driver is a significant step. We understand the importance of choosing the right training partner. With The LGV Training Company by your side, you’re not just signing up for a course; you’re investing in your future. Our comprehensive approach ensures you’re well-prepared not only to pass your tests but to excel in your career.
Our pass protection provides you with one additional attempt at the practical, 3A reverse or 3B driving test. In addition to this you will receive 1-2 hours training before the additional test takes place. The additional benefits are also:
- Peace of mind during your initial test, knowing you have a second attempt waiting should you need it.
- Prioritised retest cutting down wait times out of the vehicle
- Reduced retest costs
