Motorcycle CBT Training From Appleton — Your Nearest School Is Right Next Door
On Your Bike’s training centre at Thelwall Parish Hall, Bell Lane is just 2–4 miles from Appleton — a matter of minutes through the south Warrington village lanes. Our DVSA-approved instructor Angela, an IAM Advanced Rider with years of local road knowledge, runs a friendly, thorough one-day CBT from £225, with bike, helmet and jacket all included.
One-day Course From £225 — Bike, Helmet & Jacket Included
Riders from Appleton
What Appleton riders say about us
Every quote below is a real review left on Google, Trustpilot, Yell or Facebook by a rider from Appleton or the surrounding area who trained with us at Thelwall.
Absolutely excellent tuition at On Your Bike. Honestly don’t know how you would find better! I’ve done CBT before with others and doesn’t compare to service received here. Ange was extremely professional, the bikes and all other gear top notch, the tuition expertly delivered and the routes well structured and planned! Will definitely be back. Highly recommend.
Apr 2026 · also on TrustpilotGoogle
I had a great experience learning to ride a motorcycle today. Paul the instructor was a great teacher very understanding and helpful with everything I had done today. I passed which I’m very pleased about. Would definitely recommend if you are wanting to learn to ride a motorcycle
Aug 2026Trustpilot
Great day with Paul, despite my bike having issues we were able to get back and I was able to jump on one of the schools bikes so I could complete my cbt. 10/10 would 100% recommend
Apr 2026Google
Paul was amazing patient and very knowledgeable I had never ridden a bike in my life and he went through everything Never once felt judged cannot reccomend then highly enough
May 2026Google
I passed my CBT yesterday with On Your Bike. I came in with absolutely no riding experience, and by the end of the day I left feeling much more confident. It was great meeting Angela and Graham, and a big thank you to Angela, who was my instructor. Both Angela and Graham were professional. If you’re in or around the Warrington area and looking to do your CBT, I highly recommend them!
Jun 2026Google
Brilliant company to choose I really mean that. Met the team Angela and Graham, they are nice and friendly such a great bunch who are the owners. Also met another instructor nice guy too. My instructor was Angela she was amazing couldn’t have asked for a better instructor/trainer.
Jul 2026 · also on GoogleYell
If you live in Appleton, our training centre is just 2–4 miles away — one of the shortest journeys of any area we serve. The full address is Thelwall Parish Hall, Bell Lane, Thelwall, Warrington, WA4 2SX.
Getting Here by Car from Appleton
From Appleton, head north-west on Stretton Road or pick up the A49 heading south through Stockton Heath and into Thelwall. Alternatively, head directly via Knutsford Road or Grappenhall Road — both bring you into Thelwall village from the east. Bell Lane is in the centre of the village and parking is available at the Parish Hall. The journey takes no more than 5–10 minutes from most parts of Appleton.
Getting Here by Public Transport from Appleton
By Bus
The 5A bus from Warrington’s Own Buses passes through the Stockton Heath area adjacent to Appleton and continues directly into Thelwall, stopping at the Pickering Arms on Bell Lane. It’s one of the most direct public transport links of any area we serve — a single bus with no changes required. Bell Lane is a short walk from the stop.
Get directions to our training ground
We train riders from Appleton at Bell Lane, Thelwall, Warrington WA4 2SX
About 10 minutes and 4 miles away — the quickest run is along the Knutsford Rd.
About Appleton
Appleton is a leafy, largely residential area on the southern edge of Warrington, made up of several distinct neighbourhoods — Appleton, Appleton Thorn, and Higher Walton among them. The area is well regarded for its green spaces, good schools, and quiet residential lanes, sitting in the transition zone between Warrington’s urban fabric and the open Cheshire countryside.
The roads heading south and east from Appleton through Stretton, Hatton, and towards Knutsford are some of the finest local riding roads in the county — a mixture of open country roads, gentle hills and village lanes that make every ride genuinely enjoyable. Getting your CBT here means you’re learning on the roads you’ll use every single day.
CBT FAQ
The questions Appleton riders actually ask us before they book.
Which route from Appleton do you recommend on the morning of training?
Knutsford Road through Grappenhall is our favourite route from Appleton — it brings you into Thelwall from the east through quiet village lanes and takes under 10 minutes from most parts of Appleton. If you’re coming from the northern end of Appleton near Stockton Heath, Thelwall Lane heading directly south is arguably even quicker. Either way, park at the Parish Hall — there’s space on site — and follow signs for the training area. The morning start time is in your booking confirmation, and we ask everyone to arrive 10 minutes early so we can get through the paperwork and kit check before the briefing.
Will the on-road part of the CBT take me through roads I know around Appleton?
Very likely, yes. Our on-road CBT training uses the quieter A and B roads across south Warrington and the surrounding villages — and the lanes between Thelwall, Grappenhall and Appleton are exactly the kind of mixed roads we use. Riding roads you already know as a driver or pedestrian is a real advantage — you’re not simultaneously trying to navigate and learn to ride. Your instructor will be behind you on the radio throughout, and you’ll only head out onto the road once you’re confident on the off-road area. Many Appleton riders tell us that recognising the roads makes the whole day feel much less daunting.
Once I’ve got my CBT, what are the best rides from Appleton?
You’re perfectly positioned. The roads heading south-east through Stretton and Hatton towards the A50 and Knutsford are beautifully quiet — open country lanes with gentle bends, ideal for the first weeks on L-plates. Appleton Thorn sits right on the edge of that Cheshire countryside, so from your front door you’re genuinely minutes from some of the best roads in the county. When you’re ready to push further, the A49 south opens up the whole of rural Cheshire and eventually the Peak District. Many Appleton riders who come to us for their CBT end up returning for full-licence training — Module 1 and Module 2 — once they’ve had a season on L-plates. We’re practically on your doorstep when that day comes.
Is there a CBT centre in Appleton itself?
No — the nearest DVSA-approved training is On Your Bike at Thelwall, about 10 minutes from Appleton. Small groups, 5.0-star rated teaching and quiet first-ride roads, and you are close enough to be home straight after your CBT.
Other Areas We Cover
We train motorcycle riders from right across the North West. Here are some nearby areas — or see our full list of locations.
Ready to Ride?
Book your CBT today — from £225, bike and kit included. We’re just 2–4 miles from Appleton at Thelwall Parish Hall, Bell Lane.