Think Christmas is over? Well, we’ve got a late present for you petrol-heads and wannabe Formula One stars. Throughout the years, our Go-Karting venue in Hullavington has remained extremely popular thanks to its new and innovating ideas – and this year they’ve gone and done it again. From 2018, you’ll be able to kick-start your new year by taking part in 2 new exhilarating and action-packed packages, ‘King of Wheels’ and ‘F1 Grand Prix’! The ‘King of Wheels’ package sees you take control of both Karts and Bikes! You’ll be able to feel the speed of an authentic GRC Mix Minimoto Italian Race Bike as well as our super nimble Karts as you take part in two 20-lap races against your mates!
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Grand Prix or Team Challenge – What’s best for your group?
Wanting to find the most action-packed, adrenaline-fuelled, competitive sport for your group? Look no further. Go-Karting provides you with the perfect activity! Perfect for any occasion including stag/hen dos and corporate events, Go-Karting is a highly competitive high-paced event that will bring your group together for the time of their lives! Why is Grand Prix Elite better for a stag/hen do? Grand Prix Elite is the perfect package for those looking to organise a stag or hen do due to its competitive nature. In a test of endurance and strategic planning, you’ll take part in a heat which determines what position you’ll start in for the semi-final. This heat is great for those who are beginners to go-karting as it gives them an introduction
Go Karting jargon explained
Every sport has its own gigantic dictionary of terms players use that will go over the heads of non professionals- and karting is no different. Instead of leaving you confused, we’ve compiled a mini dictionary of the basic terms you’ll need to know. Electric Karts/Petrol Karts: Can accelerate to faster speeds in seconds, making them perfect for racers with a need for speed. The lack of a petrol engine makes them more environmentally friendly too, with no fumes coming out of the back of the engine. Petrol karts are the classic engines you’ll find on most of our tracks. When you think of the racing experience, you’ll likely think of these beasts. Two Stroke and Four Stroke Engines: Two Stroke engines are
Welcome Karting Worcester
We’re excited to welcome Karting Worcester to the Karting Nation network. This tight and twisting indoor circuit located to the south-east of Worcester is tailor made for racing, which makes it the perfect place to push your speed and skill to the limit. With a fleet of 200cc Biz Karts to tear round the track in too, you’ll be able to set some seriously scorching lap times.Sessions range from 10, 20 & 30 minute GP experiences, to 2 hour endurance races, which means there’s something to suit racers of all abilities. There’s even sessions for cadet karters aged between 8-14 years old, so if you’ve got budding Button or Hamilton on your hands this tricky and technical circuit is guaranteed to put
Lydd Karting Joins!
We’re delighted to welcome Lydd Karting to the Karting Nation network. This full throttle outdoor circuit is one of the fastest in the country, and with a whopping 1040 meters of track to race round you can really push your karting skills to the limit! The mix of tight corners and high speed straights makes this venue perfect for drivers of all abilities, and even children as young as six can take on the track. The venue’s fleet of karts includes everything from Babino karts to twin-engined ProKarts too, which means there’s karts to suit all ages and abilities. With GP Experiences, Sprints and traditional Grand Prix packages to choose from the amount of time you spend out on track is completely
Introducing Karting Yeovil & Interactive Krazee Karts
We’re excited to announce the latest addition to the Karting Nation network is Karting Yeovil. Based at the Haynes International Motor Museum this full throttle outdoor circuit is tailor-made for racing. With a fleet of the UK’s only interactive karts to tear round the track in though, this isn’t exactly your standard karting experience! The ultra intelligent karts are fitted with technology that allows you to boost your kart, slow down rivals and block attacks from other drivers. From behind the wheel of your kart you’ll be able to take aim and fire at rival drivers with just the push of a button, which makes battling it out for top spot on the podium even more exciting. This action-packed take on karting
Petrol vs Electric – which to choose?
Whether you’re driving a petrol or electric go-kart you’re guaranteed some serious fun, but the big debate amongst drivers is still which is best. Here at Karting Nation we have over 75 circuits across the country, and offer both petrol and electric karts, so we can see the pros and cons of both. To give you an idea of some of the main differences here’s a quick comparison: Foot to Pedal The Guinness World Record for the fastest Electric Go-Kart was set in Germany, with the driver hitting 0-60 mph in a jaw-dropping 2.5 seconds! Electric karts are just as fast on the track too, and drivers get instant power and acceleration as soon as they hit the pedal. Speed The average electric kart
A few handy tips
Want faster lap times? Follow these simple tips and you will shave all-important seconds off every lap. 1. Sit correctly in the kart. Sit back in the seat and resist the temptation to lean forward towards the wheel as it has a negative effect on acceleration. 2. Hold the steering wheel correctly. The lowest position is where 9 and 3 appear on a clock face. And the highest is 10 and 2 on the clock face. 3. Braking is a form of control as well as stopping you. Brake hard and fast so that the rear wheels almost lock as you approach a corner, releasing as you start the turn. 4. Keep a straight line towards a bend and stay wide for as long
Go Karting – Where it all began…
Strange beginnings – did you know that the original go karts in the UK were made of old sheds, prams and rope? In the late 1940s and into the1950s, there was barely any telly(if you were lucky enough to have one in the first place), no mobiles, iPhones or iPlayers, no internet or computer games and no money to spend on flashy toys. Playing for kids was with simple equipment like jacks, marbles, skipping-ropes, conkers on strings, bats, balls and bicycles – and anything they could make themselves out of old stuff they found lying around. That included the first go karts in the UK. The earliest were wooden in construction, with old pram wheels and a rope to steer.
Get the most out of your Karting Experience.
Go karting is just about the most hair-raising, heart-pounding, blood-pumping, thrill ride that you’ll ever experience, but if you’re not doing it right you’ll never know just how amazing it can be! And bad news people… most of you aren’t doing it right! But don’t hang up that helmet just yet, because I’m here to turn you from a karting klutz into a karting king! This isn’t exactly Formula 1, but just because you’re not borrowing Jenson Button’s car keys doesn’t mean this is easy. Karting, like most sports, is simple to pick up but challenging to master. I’m going to tell you how to do it. I’ll also be going over some important safety information because you’ll have a hard time winning a