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
“After taking driving lessons when I was 17, that experience put me off learning to drive for a number of years but my lessons with David were so relaxed yet I learnt so much and my understanding of what was needed of me to be a safe driver grew resulting in me passing my test first time, I am so pleased”
“The way David explains why drivers do things in certain ways so clearly made me a safe driver and resulted in my passing my driving test first time”
“My Mum passed her test with David as her instructor, his instructions and guidance is clear, methodical and easy to understand which resulted in my passing my driving test first time”
David Shinkfield was recommended to me. I passed my driving test first time and I feel great. It is so good to have my independence. David provided excellent support. I knew the test area really well. I learnt some great techniques.
I feel so relieved that I passed my driving test and I passed first time. I was really nervous when I first started driving lessons but I feel much more confident now and I am actually enjoying driving. Thank you David.