Hands-on towing practice every session
Flexible scheduling for busy diaries
Support for B+E licence preparation
B+E trailer licence training and towing eligibility guidance
We provide B+E car and trailer training for individuals and businesses requiring safe towing skills and licence support. At Hamilton’s Driver Training Ltd in Ipswich, we help learners working towards B+E entitlement, allowing operation of vehicles up to 3,500kg with a trailer. We support those needing tow licences for horseboxes, caravans, and utility trailers. Our coverage includes Ipswich, Colchester, King’s Lynn, Norwich, and Bury St Edmunds, supporting both public and company requirements.
​DVSA-aligned trailer skills development and practical instruction
We deliver DVSA-aligned trailer training focused on safe, confident towing in real driving conditions. The instructions cover hitching procedures, reversing techniques, manoeuvring in tight spaces, and controlled road driving scenarios. We support both beginners and experienced drivers seeking refresher or upgrade training. Sessions are hands-on, allowing direct experience with towing challenges. Our approach builds competence for everyday use, ensuring practical capability for work, leisure, and family towing situations across varied environments. We also offer driving lessons and ADR training courses.
The benefits you gain from our courses
We provide structured trailer training designed to build confidence through practical learning and supportive instruction. At Hamilton’s Driver Training Ltd, we guide learners through safe towing techniques aligned with DVSA standards, ensuring correct handling in real-world situations. Training includes reversible control, trailer attachment procedures, and road awareness skills. We support drivers at all experience levels, offering flexible learning across Ipswich and King's Lynn. Our focus remains on competence development, ensuring readiness for independent towing after course completion.
Category B+E – Car & Trailer Training
Who it’s for
This course is ideal for drivers who need to tow a trailer safely and legally using a car or van. It’s commonly taken by people towing horseboxes, caravans, plant trailers, or work equipment. It’s also a good option for employers who want their drivers trained and assessed to a clear, recognised standard.
What you’ll cover
The training is practical and hands-on, focusing on the real skills you need when towing, including:
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Safely coupling and uncoupling a trailer
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Loading correctly and distributing weight properly
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Controlling the vehicle while towing
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Reversing and manoeuvring with a trailer
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Road awareness, planning ahead, and carrying out safety checks
If you’re new to towing or just want to build confidence, we also offer towing familiarisation sessions without a formal assessment.
Entry requirements
A full UK Category B (car) driving licence
How long it takes
Courses are available in 4, 6, or 8-hour options. We’ll help you choose the right length based on your experience and what you’ll be towing.
What you’ll leave with
By the end of the course, you’ll have:
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More confidence when towing
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Practical, real-world towing skills
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A clear understanding of your legal and safety responsibilities
Certification
An in-house Category B+E car and trailer certificate on successful completion