CBT and motorcycle training near Romford
Looking for a CBT near Romford? Our West Thurrock training site at Cowdray Hall, 560 London Road, RM20 3BJ is about 14 miles from Romford town centre, usually around 25–30 minutes by car via the A12, A127, M25 and A13. We run CBT, IMT and full motorcycle licence (A, A2 and A1) training 7 days a week, and almost all our riders learn on our school bikes, so you don’t need your own.
Getting to us from Romford
Edventure Rider West Thurrock
Cowdray Hall, 560 London Road, West Thurrock, Grays, Essex, RM20 3BJ
By car: about 14 miles from Romford, usually 25–30 minutes depending on traffic. Parking: limited to about 4 cars, partly on the pavement, so please car-share or get dropped off if you can.
By bus: route 370 runs from Romford station via Upminster to Lakeside bus station. From Lakeside, routes 44, 73, 83 and 100 run along London Road to The Ship, a few minutes’ walk from us.
By train: Liberty line from Romford to Upminster, c2c to Grays, then the 22 bus to The Ship. Allow a little over an hour; our days start at 7:45am.
More about this site, including opening times and photos: motorcycle training in West Thurrock.
Why Romford riders book direct with us
- One school, start to finish. You book with the people who train you, with no booking agent in between. Questions or changes? Call 020 8012 7929 or email info@edventurerider.co.uk.
- A maximum of 4 students per instructor on CBT, so you get proper attention on the training yard and on the road ride.
- Experienced team. Senior instructors Eduard, Graham, Ian and Benny lead our instructors, and thousands of riders have left us Google reviews.
- Kit included. Helmets, jackets (sizes S–XL), gloves, waterproofs and a hi-vis vest are provided free of charge. Motorcycle boots and trousers can be hired for £20 when you book online, or £30 at the branch.
- Tests sorted for you. For the full licence we book your DVSA tests, and test-day prices include the DVSA fee.
Coming from Romford for your CBT
Coming from Romford means a slightly longer trip, so it pays to plan ahead: arrive in good time for the 7:45am start, bring your physical licence card, and car-share if you can, as parking at the hall is tight. On the road ride, our instructors help you build the observation and positioning you’ll need for busy roads back home in Havering.
For the full licence we use four DVSA motorcycle test centres, all running Module 1 and Module 2 tests: Erith (about 11 miles from our West Thurrock site via the Dartford Crossing), Basildon (Paycocke Road, about 15 miles), Gillingham (Astra Park, Courteney Road, about 27 miles) and Enfield (Innova Park, about 28 miles). We book your tests for you.
Nervous about riding? Start with an IMT
If you have never ridden before, or you’d like some quiet time on a bike before your CBT, book an IMT (Introduction to Motorcycle Training). It’s 3 hours of one-to-one training with an instructor, at the same price as CBT. Book it online or call us on 020 8012 7929.
CBT prices near Romford
| Bike | Weekday (Mon–Fri) | Weekend (Sat & Sun) |
|---|---|---|
| Your own bike | £179 | £204 |
| School automatic / scooter | £199 | £224 |
| School manual (geared) bike | £219 | £244 |
IMT (Introduction to Motorcycle Training): 3 hours one-to-one, same price as CBT. Ideal if you’re nervous or new to riding.
Full licence (A, A2 and A1): 3-hour training sessions are £219 on weekdays and £244 at weekends, including bike hire. Module 1 test day £229 and Module 2 test day £283, DVSA test fees included. See all prices.
CBT near Romford: your questions
How far is your CBT site from Romford?
Our West Thurrock site at Cowdray Hall, 560 London Road, RM20 3BJ is about 14 miles from Romford, usually 25–30 minutes by car via the A12, A127, M25 and A13.
Can I get there from Romford by public transport?
Yes. Take the 370 bus from Romford station to Lakeside, then route 44, 73, 83 or 100 to The Ship on London Road. Or take the Liberty line to Upminster, c2c towards Grays and the 22 bus. Allow a little over an hour.
How much is a CBT near Romford?
From £179 on your own bike on a weekday, £199 on a school automatic and £219 on a school manual. Weekends are £25 extra, and riding kit is included free.
Is there parking at the West Thurrock site?
Parking is limited to about 4 cars, partly on the pavement. If you’re coming from Romford, car-share or get dropped off if you can.
Where would I take my motorcycle test?
We use the DVSA motorcycle test centres at Erith, Basildon, Gillingham and Enfield, all of which run Module 1 and Module 2 tests. We book your tests for you, and our test-day prices (Mod 1 £229, Mod 2 £283) include the DVSA fee.
Ready to ride?
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