David Shinkfield
Driving Instructor - Harrogate & Knaresborough
Hi, I’m David Shinkfield, one of the automatic driving instructors with Learn Driving UK, teaching pupils within the Harrogate area.
I am motivated, punctual and also like to teach in a friendly, relaxed environment as I feel this brings out the best in my pupils, allowing them to fulfil their potential with lessons tailored to suit each individual.
I passed my driving test in the late 1980’s, before theory tests even existed, and I used to regularly drive 20,000 miles annually.
I live in Harrogate with my wife and two sons, one is away at University and the other will also be going later this year.
In my spare time I enjoy health and fitness which includes playing golf at Oakdale and badminton at Harrogate Racquets club, as well as for Yorkshire over 45’s. I am also a Foundation Level qualified badminton coach.
I look forward to meeting you as you start your journey towards becoming a qualified and safe driver.
David
David Shinkfield
Recent Reviews
My sister learnt to drive with David so I wanted to too. I am so happy that I passed first time. I enjoyed my lessons, David was very helpful.
Learn Driving UK were a Facebook recommendation. All experiences learning to drive have been great. David Shinkfield was calm and made me feel at ease. Changing tactics for my preference.
David was recommended to me. I passed first time in Knaresborough. I feel great, it gives me freedom to go further, both personally and job wise. The additional support David gave me was really good. He helped arrange my theory and lessons were structured to my needs.
David was recommended to me by a friend who passed with him. I am excited, happy and relieved that I passed my driving test. David was a brilliant instructor, very patient and explained everything really well and calmly. He made me feel safe.
David was recommended to me by a friend. David is very friendly and helped to build my confidence up. I passed my driving test first time in Knaresborough. David is an amazing instructor who I felt comfortable with the whole time.