Our Local Group Network

Support for Associate Members preparing for the advanced test is provided by a national network of around 160 local IAM RoadSmart groups. These groups, all run by volunteers, represent a unique resource with unparalleled experience and expertise.

They also enable members to share ideas and contribute to IAM RoadSmart's important work in developing and promoting innovative road safety strategies. You'll meet and enjoy the company of fellow driving and motorcycling enthusiasts. IAM RoadSmart members who have lost touch with their local group will be warmly welcomed back and may be encouraged to become an observer or group official.

Why join a local group?

As an IAM member you can get more involved in helping others become better drivers and riders, by being an active member of your local group.

With over 160 local groups spread across England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, joining a local IAM RoadSmart group allows members to meet like-minded people, share ideas and develop their skills. They are great fun, thanks to social events such as Sunday rides into the countryside, group skidpan courses, treasure hunts or track days, as well as exclusive visits such as a ‘behind the scenes’ tour of a motorway control centre.

You can also use your advanced skills to become an Observer or Volunteer.

IAM RoadSmart couldn’t exist without the help of thousands of dedicated members who give their time to help others improve their skills. Having enjoyed the experience of learning with IAM RoadSmart, they want to make a difference and help others follow in their wheel-tracks. Our active volunteers are the lifeblood of IAM RoadSmart, and there are lots of ways you can get involved, such as helping out with local group activities or becoming an Observer.

Local groups organise events to raise awareness of driving skills as well as social activities, such as organised rides for members. Active volunteers are always needed, and no special skills are required. What you will get back depends on what you put in but at a minimum, you can expect to feel like you are making a worthwhile contribution to a vitally important cause.

Find your local group

To search for your local IAM RoadSmart group please enter the first part of your postcode (e.g. BN4, TW23)


Full IAM RoadSmart Group List

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    Aberdeen Advanced Motorists

    The AAM is a group run by a Committee of Volunteers with a number of others helping with the observing of our associates. The committee currently exists of Chair, Secretary and Treasurer along with several co-opted members who oversee our social media content, newsletter delivery, social events co-ordination, observing and associate training.

    Contact Name: Loren Kelly
    Email Address: loren.kelly@ymail.com
    Phone Number: 07308 139856

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    Altrincham Advanced Motorists

    As a local IAM affiliated group we provide all the mentoring and guidance you'll need as you develop your advanced skills with our team of friendly and skilled Observers. Each group provides this support in a number of different ways so please get in touch to find out more about the mentoring you will receive from us.

    Contact Name: Dennis Poyner
    Email Address: secretary-altrinchamadvancedmotorists@virginmedia.com
    Phone Number: 0161 973 9002

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    Banff & Buchan

    As a local IAM affiliated group we provide all the mentoring and guidance you'll need as you develop your advanced skills with our team of friendly and skilled Observers. Each group provides this support in a number of different ways so please get in touch to find out more about the mentoring you will receive from us.

    Contact Name: Jane W.D. Ironside
    Email Address: drivingbanffbuchan@gmail.com
    Phone Number: 01346 541473

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    Barnsley

    As a local IAM affiliated group we provide all the mentoring and guidance you'll need as you develop your advanced skills with our team of friendly and skilled Observers. Each group provides this support in a number of different ways so please get in touch to find out more about the mentoring you will receive from us.

    Contact Name: John Craig
    Email Address: secretary@iam-barnsley.org.uk
    Phone Number: 01226 206006

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    Basingstoke

    As a local IAM affiliated group we provide all the mentoring and guidance you'll need as you develop your advanced skills with our team of friendly and skilled Observers. Each group provides this support in a number of different ways so please get in touch to find out more about the mentoring you will receive from us.

    Contact Name: Peter Maxwell
    Email Address: deputychiefobserver@iambasingstoke.org.uk
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    Belfast Advanced Motorists

    As a local IAM affiliated group we provide all the mentoring and guidance you'll need as you develop your advanced skills with our team of friendly and skilled Observers. Each group provides this support in a number of different ways so please get in touch to find out more about the mentoring you will receive from us.

    Contact Name: Jill Lyttle
    Email Address: secretary@belfastadvancedmotorists.co.uk
    Phone Number: 07710498883

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    Birmingham Advanced Motorcyclists

    As a local IAM affiliated group we provide all the mentoring and guidance you'll need as you develop your advanced skills with our team of friendly and skilled Observers. Each group provides this support in a number of different ways so please get in touch to find out more about the mentoring you will receive from us.

    Contact Name: Martyn Ray
    Email Address: ClubSec@bamoto.uk
    Phone Number: 07779 282877

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    Blackpool, Fylde and Preston Group

    As a local IAM affiliated group we provide all the mentoring and guidance you'll need as you develop your advanced skills with our team of friendly and skilled Observers. Each group provides this support in a number of different ways so please get in touch to find out more about the mentoring you will receive from us.

    Contact Name: Judith Stafford
    Email Address: secretary@bfapam.org.uk
    Phone Number: 01253 886005

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    Bolton and District Advanced Motorists

    For over 40 years Bolton and District Advanced Motorists has provided car, van and minibus drivers with one-to-one guidance to improve their driving technique and raise their driving standard to that required for the IAM Advanced Driving Test. Please note, we have a new meeting place. Read our community page under About us for full details.

    Contact Name: Katherine Whittle
    Email Address: boltoniam@gmail.com
    Phone Number: 01204 848449

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    Borders

    As a local IAM affiliated group we provide all the mentoring and guidance you'll need as you develop your advanced skills with our team of friendly and skilled Observers. We cover the Borders area for both advanced driving and riding courses. We provide support and skills development in a number of different ways so please get in touch to find out more about the mentoring you will receive from us.

    Contact Name: Jimmy Wright
    Email Address: jwtjimmy@hotmail.co.uk
    Phone Number: 07767 402959

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