Thruxton Centre
A state of the art facility featuring; Meeting & Conference Rooms, Hospitality Suites, Exhibition Space, Restaurant & Bar, Viewing Terrace & Balcony
Thruxton Kart Centre is one of the very best outdoor kart circuits in the country. Located next to the main circuit, it's fast, challenging (you always feel you could have gone a little quicker) and requires commitment and stamina.
We have three different circuits available, at 1,100 metres long our full circuit has a selection of fast, slow and technical corners. Our 13bhp Thunderkarts can reach speeds of 60mph - this is real racing and is guaranteed to bring out your competitive nature.
With three different circuit layouts, Thruxton Kart Centre has something for everyone, whether you’re an experienced karter or just starting out.
Our newest circuit - the Club circuit, was designed with Arrive & Drive and Junior (8 years old onwards) sessions in mind. The Club circuit features four different configurations (130m, 146m, 210m and 365m) and the ability to run independent of our two other circuits.
Our most popular circuit is the 900m National Circuit. The circuit, being 7 metres wide, will easily allow 3 and sometimes even 4 karts abreast into most of the corners. This track also includes our unique flyover, a first for a UK outdoor kart circuit!
Finally the 1100m Full Circuit is an extension of the National circuit by the inclusion of the loop and hairpin in the north east corner.
Great attention has been paid to the driving experience on all our circuits, having kerbs in the right places, suitable drainage and fast and exciting corners.
Contact the Kart Centre on 01264 882231 or visit their dedicated website here
The Thunderkart from Biz is combined with the 390cc Honda Thunder engine, a lighter kart with a more sensitive and progressive response to driver input, particularly at speed. In comparison to the more commonly found rental/corporate chassis, the race chassis ultimately gives a much more rewarding karting experience. The engine is big on torque ultimately propelling the kart to speeds in excess of 55mph which is achievable on the kart circuit.
These are adult karts but have variable electronic rev limiters fitted for the safety of junior (under 15) drivers. The Stratos is a very versitile kart. Forgiving enough for junior drivers but still fast enough for expeienced karters.
These are fitted with adjustable seat, full wrap around bodywork, double adjustable pedals and variable electronic rev limiters. The cadet kart from Biz is the result of years of development for the junior karting market. Fantastic to drive but with the safety features you'd expect for children of 8 years old.
Contact the Kart Centre on 01264 882231 or visit their dedicated website here
From £20
Our arrive & drive sessions start from just £20 for a 15 minute session on the Club Circuit and £25 for a 15 minute session on the National Circuit. You're welcome to do multiple sessions, availability permitting.
Whether you're trying karting for the first time or want to get some extra track time before your next big race, our Arrive and Drive sessions are the perfect solution. We run these sessions around other events on the kart track so please call the kart centre direct on 01264 774 917 for up-to-date availability.
From £58
Grand Prix racing is one of the most exciting forms of Motorsport. Plenty of track time, ultra-competitive and thoroughly rewarding, our Grand Prix events are the most popular format we run. Imagine racing wheel to wheel with your friends or colleagues, sat only inches off the ground in 60mph racing karts, four abreast into the first corner - this is the closest thing you'll get to racing without a licence.
The practice session gives enough time to learn the circuit in preparation for the first heat race. Heading up to the first corner approaching 50mph, this is proper racing! If you don't do well the first time then there's always another race to make up some places. Then a final awaits (all drivers will drive in a Final). The top three receive trophies.
We run two types of Grand Prix Events: Grand Prix and Super Prix
Weekday - £75 per person
Weekend - £89 per person
Weekday - £62 per person
Weekend - £72 per person
Contact the Kart Centre on 01264 882231 or visit their dedicated website here
£58 per person
Takes the same format as our Super Prix events and are held every 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month. This is perfect for a hassle-free karting event.
Contact the Kart Centre on 01264 882231 or visit their dedicated website here
Le Mans, Sepang, Daytona, Bathurst, all legendary endurance races. It's the true test of a driver's ability; one kart, one circuit and no mistakes. Using our race chassis Thunderkarts, endurance races can be in teams or as individuals. Strategy plays a major part of the race, driver changes, fuel stops, driver order. The winner is the individual or team who has completed the most laps within the race duration.
£80 per person
If you're up for a challenge, then our Individual Endurance races may suit you. With just under an hour's track time, these races are a true test of endurance, but great fun to participate in. We run these events throughout the year.
£150 per team
If Grand Prix racing's not your thing then Endurance racing offers a different set of challenges. Our Mini Endurance is suitable for two-man teams ensuring lots of track time.
£230 per team
One weekend in every month we hold a Team Endurance race. These are hotly contested and prizes are given for every race. Using our 60mph Thunderkarts all you have to worry about is your race strategy. Suitable for teams of up to four or five drivers, enter as many teams as you like. A maximum of 18 teams can take part in our team endurance races. Each race includes 3 compulsory pit stops, one of which is the fuel stop.
Contact the Kart Centre on 01264 882231 or visit their dedicated website here
£95 for 1 hour session
Thinking of taking up kart racing? Fancy improving your karting skills? Our karting tuition may be just the thing for you. One of our instructors will teach you about racing technique, including what lines to take on the circuit, when to brake etc.
Sessions run over a one hour period. In this time, you'll be given a full briefing (which goes into a lot more technical detail than our standard briefing), have a walk-round of the track, the karts and the pit lane area. On to the track - you start off following the instructor, then the instructor will follow you watching your progress and finding ways in which you can improve your technique. Once all this is done, you'll be sent out to complete some timed laps, with a full debriefing to conclude the session. Lap record sheets will be available. We can tailor your tuition to suit if required.
Contact the Kart Centre on 01264 882231 or visit their dedicated website here
From 20 per person
The quickest way to get out on the track, our Arrive and Drive events run throughout the year. Book a slot, kit up, and drive, they're perfect for children just getting started with karting. Arrive and Drive sessions start from £20 for 15 minutes.
Why not host your next birthday party at Thruxton Kart Centre? We're fully equipped to handle parties of any size for ages 8 and up.
Contact the Kart Centre on 01264 882231 or visit their dedicated website here
From £45 per person
Our junior sprint races offer young karting enthusiasts the chance to experience the thrills of participating in a full race event. Consisting of a practice session, heats and a final; these events are perfect for competitive young karters, with trophies at the end for the winners. Great for families too.
Available for 8 to 15-year-olds. 8-11-year-olds will race in our Cadet Karts (minimum height: 1.3m), while 12-15-year-olds will drive our Stratos Karts (minimum height: 1.52m). Duration depends on the number of participants and will range from approximately 1hr 45mins to 3hrs.
A minimum of 5 participants are required to run a race.
Contact the Kart Centre on 01264 882231 or visit their dedicated website here
£95 per 1-hour session
Thinking of taking up kart racing? Fancy improving your karting skills? Our karting tuition may be just the thing for you. One of our instructors will teach you about racing technique, including what lines to take on the circuit, when to brake etc.
Sessions run over a one hour period. In this time, you'll be given a full briefing (which goes into a lot more technical detail than our standard briefing), have a walk-round of the track, the karts and the pit lane area. On to the track - you start off following the instructor, then the instructor will follow you watching your progress and finding ways in which you can improve your technique. Once all this is done, you'll be sent out to complete some timed laps, with a full debriefing to conclude the session. Lap record sheets will be available.
This is designed to improve budding kart racers technique - either for fun or extra coaching towards a race licence. We can - if required - tailor this course to personal requirements.
These events run on weekdays and school holidays only.
Contact the Kart Centre on 01264 882231 or visit their dedicated website here
£98 per person (full test)
If you're looking to take karting to the next level and race competitively you'll need your ARKS licence. As an ARKS member, we're fully equipped for you to take your test with us. For more details, please ring us on 01264 774 917, visit the ARKS website at.
Price List:
* Full Test: £98.00 (course only)
* Go-Karting Starter Pack: £59.00 - includes 1st licence. Visit www.msauk.org for more details
* Written Test Only: £50.00
* Driving Test Only: £60.00
* Prior track practice is available and recommended: £25.00 for 15 minutes
* All prices include VAT
Contact the Kart Centre on 01264 771988 or visit their dedicated website here
Thruxton Kart Centre is perfect for any type of corporate event, whether it's just a meeting, launching a new product or an out-and-out karting event. We have all the facilities needed to endure a first-class event – meeting rooms, AV equipment, catering services, safety equipment, race chassis karts, and one of the best outdoor kart circuits in the UK. Our exclusive packages include private use of the site, marshals, and the use of ten of our race chassis Thunderkarts (extra karts can be purchased).
Thruxton Kart Centre is exclusively yours for 4 hours. The half-day package includes exclusive use of the site, marshalls, and 10 of our race chassis Thunderkarts. From arrival through to presentation and including your track time the half-day package gives the flexibility to run Endurance races or Grand Prix style events.
Weekday: £3050 + VAT. Includes 10 karts, additional karts are charged at £150 + VAT
Weekend: £3150 + VAT. Includes 10 karts, additional karts are charged at £165 + VAT
Contact the Kart Centre on 01264 882231 or visit their dedicated website here
Thruxton Kart Centre will be exclusively yours for the whole day. We can offer several different formats to suit your needs – Endurance Racing or Grand Prix events. The day can be divided to allow time for presentations, meetings, product launches or just a whole day of karting.
Contact the Kart Centre on 01264 882231 or visit their dedicated website here
Weekday: £3585 + VAT. Includes 10 karts, additional karts are charged at £150 + VAT
Weekend: £3650 + VAT. Includes 10 karts, additional karts are charged at £165 + VAT
Contact the Kart Centre on 01264 882231 or visit their dedicated website here
Weekday: £4575 + VAT. Includes 10 karts, additional karts charged at £200 + VAT
Weekends: £4775 + VAT. Includes 10 karts, additional karts charged at £220 + VAT
Contact the Kart Centre on 01264 882231 or visit their dedicated website here
Whether you just want to bring a few important customers along for a low key meeting or a no expenses spared staff day out, we can run any format event you require. We can also tailor our packages to suit, so if you don't see the exact format event you require here then please do not hesitate to contact us. We fully understand that numbers, budget and times change and we're fully equipped to deal with your requirements. Please ring us on 01264 774 917, or email us at info@thruxtonkarting.co.uk to discuss your requirements.
Contact the Kart Centre on 01264 882231 or visit their dedicated website here