Guidance for older drivers (GOLD)

Course overview 

We've designed the GOLD course to refresh driving skills, build your confidence and support you driving safely for longer. 

It is an on-road driving session for one hour with an approved driving instructor (ADI). The ADI:

• Has experience supporting the needs of older drivers
• Will tailor your session based on what you are seeking to achieve

Who the training is for: 

• Those aged 60 and over, who have a full driving license
• Those looking to review and improve their driving skills
• Those seeking to build their driving confidence

This is not a medical or fitness to drive assessment. If you are seeking these options please visit East Anglian DriveAbility (EAD).  

Further information and booking

To find out more, or book a course, contact the Road Safety Team.

Cost   

The cost is £42 per person for a 1 hour session.

What you must bring to the session

On the day of your session, you must provide evidence that your vehicle is road legal by bringing: 

• Proof of insurance
• MOT
• Your original driving license

It is important you check that all documents are in order before you book this session to avoid us cancelling your session. 

What happens on the day of your session 

The session will take place in your own vehicle. The ADI will meet you at an agreed location. 

You can drive the routes that you feel most comfortable or routes you would like more support with. The ADI will give you support and coaching during your drive.  

The session will conclude with a supportive conversation with the ADI outlining strategies to help you. A report from the ADI summarise the advice and you can take a copy away with you. The ADI will also send a copy of this report to Norfolk County Council's Road Safety Team. We will save the report in line with our information retention policies.

If you feel you would benefit from a further session, you can rebook. For details on booking, contact the Road Safety Team.