Guitar & Bass Lessons in Winsford, Northwich & Cheshire
Welcome to Cheshire Guitar School. Expert guitar tuition for all ages and skill levels, based in Winsford.
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⭐ 25+ years teaching experience
⭐ Free first lesson
Who are the lessons for?
🎸 Complete beginners
🎸 Adults returning to guitar
🎸 Intermediate players
Cheshire Guitar School offers guitar lessons for students in Winsford, Northwich, Middlewich, Crewe, Holmes Chapel and surrounding areas
EXCELLENT Based on 46 reviews Posted on Google Nick McDonnellTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I’ve been playing guitar, entirely self-taught, on and off for around 35 years, but I’d always felt that my actual knowledge and ability were pretty limited. I could play things, but I didn’t really understand the guitar or why things worked. I recently decided to do something about that and started lessons with Nick at Cheshire Guitar School. I’m only four lessons in, but the difference has already been huge. Nick has a great way of explaining things so that they actually make sense, rather than simply teaching you where to put your fingers or what to memorise. I’m starting to understand the guitar in a way I never have before, and every lesson seems to unlock something new. I’m learning a huge amount and, more importantly, it’s making me want to play and practise more. Nick is knowledgeable, patient and really easy to learn from. He’s quickly worked out where the gaps are in my knowledge and is helping me join up lots of dots that have been missing for years. After 35 years of muddling along on my own, I genuinely feel like I’m finally learning the guitar properly. I’m really enjoying the lessons and looking forward to seeing where they take me. Highly recommended.Posted on Google Manoj KawashteTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I started learning guitar with Nick as a complete beginner, with little to no experience. At first, I was nervous about whether I'd be able to pick up all the new techniques and understand how to play properly. From the very beginning, Nick made the learning process enjoyable and easy to follow. He is incredibly professional, patient, and supportive, and he explains everything in a way that builds confidence. In a relatively short period of time, I've learned a variety of guitar techniques through his well-structured lessons and practical exercises. The progress I've made has exceeded my expectations. Not only have my playing skills improved significantly, but I can now understand the musical ideas and theory behind many songs, which has made learning even more rewarding.He even guided me through buying my first guitar, making sure I chose the right one for my needs. I'm genuinely thankful that I had the opportunity to learn from Nick. His teaching methods have helped me develop my guitar skills far more quickly than I expected. I would highly recommend him to anyone, especially complete beginners like me, who are looking to start their guitar journey with an experienced, encouraging, and knowledgeable teacher.Posted on Google Sue DownhamTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I really enjoy my lessons with Nick. He has infinite patience and is always positive about my playing. Nick has great nuturing skills, he is extremely knowledgable about his craft and is, himself, a great musican. He always greets me with a warm welcome. For anyone looking for a great guitar teacher, you need look no furtherPosted on Google Huaixin WongTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I started guitar lessons with Nick as a complete beginner and was pretty nervous because I had no guitar experience or music theory knowledge. After just five lessons, I can already play You Belong With Me by Taylor Swift, which I never thought I’d be able to do so quickly. Seeing that progress has really boosted my confidence and motivation.What I like most about learning with Nick is how patient and supportive he is. He explains things clearly, breaks everything into simple steps, and makes learning feel enjoyable instead of overwhelming. I’d definitely recommend Nick to anyone wanting to learn guitar, especially beginners. His lessons are fun, encouraging, and you can see real progress!!!!!Posted on Google Patrick BruntTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I had some basic knowledge of a few chords when I started but had never read guitar tab or played a song . Nick shows you how to play then you can go home and practise as he send you the music, the techniques and u tube links to artists actually playing the song you are working on so you get the rhythm'. I feel I have come on quite quickly and am very pleased with my progress. Nick is very calm which is an asset.Posted on Google PaulTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Nick is a pleasure to learn from. He is an accomplished musician and communicator. I enjoy the lessons, they are very relaxed and I am definitely improving my guitar playing!Posted on Google Mark HughesTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. When my daughter, at the time 7, attended her first guitar lesson with Nick she came away absolutely buzzing. Each week Nick manages to get the right balance between providing gentle challenge, whilst maintaining the child’s motivation - no mean task for anyone who teaches kids! It has been great to see my daughter’s progress and I highly recommend Nick’s guitar lessons.Posted on Google Stephen Kinghorn-PerryTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Following retirement I have the time to pursue a long held desire of taking guitar lessons. After some on-line searching I decided on Nick. I am now a few months in and thoroughly enjoying what I am learning. I could not ask for a better tutor than Nick. Always patient with my novice questions and inabilities. I learn something new each week and feel I am making progress. Important for me is Nick's willingness to adapt lessons to what I want to learn and the music I am interested in. There are numerous on-line courses available but for me one to one is so much better, more informative with bad habits quickly fixed. An easy fantastic five stars from me. Starting out or wanting to improve current abilities, Nick is perfect.Posted on Google Ben MTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Professional guitar tutor, transcribed a load of songs for me perfectly and has a great ability to make music understandablePosted on Google Mike EvesTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. After I retired I was encouraged by my son, who plays guitar, to give it a go. I tried to learn through online tuition but found them aimed at singing along or accompanying someone else singing, which as a 72 year old beginner didn’t suit me 😄 On my first lesson Nick and I discussed what I hoped to be able to do and he has tailored his teaching and my practice since then to suit. Nick is very encouraging and helpful and I feel I have made good progress. I am enjoying playing and feel I am improving. Many thanks Nick.
Why choose us
Hi I’m Nick Studholme and welcome to the Cheshire Guitar School website. I am a guitar tutor based in Winsford, Cheshire.
I teach all styles of electric and acoustic guitar. I also teach bass. All lessons are customised for your specific needs and take place in a relaxed, friendly environment.
Passion
Professionalism
Patience
I help beginning and frustrated guitarists achieve their goals and make fast progress. My aim is to keep frustration to a minimum and make the process as enjoyable as possible. Happy guitarists play the guitar more, so improvement tends to be faster.
Experience
I have extensive experience teaching students of all levels, styles and ages in a private capacity and throughout many schools.
Testimonials

Meet Phil - A 30 year veteran player
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Meet Emma - One of our many Rockschool students Link to video

Meet Paul - Father and son guitar and bass team
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Meet Jim - A dedicated student
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Never Played Guitar Before?
Nick is a registered Rockschool tutor and his students currently have a 100% pass rate with at least a merit in the Rockschool guitar and bass grade exams. The higher rockschool grades are also an excellent way to pick up UCAS points.
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Lesson prices start from £22.50 per lesson
STUDENT PROGRESS VIDEOS
Glenn at the Start of His Guitar Journey
A look at Glenn in the early stages of learning guitar.
Glenn Making Steady Progress
Building confidence, timing and control through regular lessons.
What Glenn Achieved with Consistent Lessons
A great example of the progress that can come with patience and practice.
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📍 Serving aspiring guitarists across Winsford, Northwich, Middlewich, Crewe, and surrounding Cheshire areas.
