race head-to-head for podium glory
The ultimate competitive karting experience
Get ready for a proper competitive karting experience – the Race of Champions is all about going head-to-head with over 17 drivers. You’ll battle through qualifying and racing to earn ultimate podium bragging rights. Whether you’re racing mates, colleagues or other racing enthusiasts, this format brings real race energy and friendly rivalry to the track.
Includes 10 minutes of practice / qualifying session beore the big race.
Prices from
£65 per peRSON*
*T&Cs apply
karting membership
Annual Membership – £50 per person
The Benefits:
- 20% discount on all karting fees
- Annual safety briefing so you can get straight to the racing
- Access to our championships
karting at ancaster – how it works
Step 1
Book & Arrive
Choose your Race of Champions format and reserve online. Drivers need to fill out online waivers and then arrive about 30 minutes early so we can check you in and get you race-ready.
Step 2
Gear Up & Briefing
Our friendly team will kit you out with a helmet and race suit, then walk you through practice, qualifying and racing procedures.
Step 3
Practice, Qualify, Race
Start with practice and qualifying to earn your place on the grid, then drive as fast as you can. Every lap counts – so give it everything you've got.
The Track
Designed for racing
Our International circuit is the full combination of all the complex turns and thrilling straights that our site has to offer. In this event you get the full circuit to yourself! Track clerks may vary track layout depending on weather conditions.
The Sodi-Karts
Precision, power and pure enjoyment
Our Sodi-kart fleet brings together cutting-edge decision and reliability – delivering smooth acceleration, responsive handling and a race-ready experience for every driver.
Reviews
Brilliant day out, went Karting really professional marshals Ollie and Bodhi, and finished off with a lovely lunch from the cafe served up by Rob in the Kitchen.
Rebecca Robbins
One of the best outdoor karting circuits in the area. Staff are friendly and helpful and there are Marshall’s around the track to ensure participant safety. Equipment such as overalls and helmets are provided in the cost of the activity but balaclavas and gloves must be purchased separately for a small fee. Thus circuit is available in multiple configurations depending on the event you are taking part in. Lots of events need to be booked in advance but they do offer arrive and drive sessions. We took part in a Grand Prix event which needs a minimum of 8 people and ours was 4 practice laps, 4 qualifying laps and a 45 lap race with trophies awarded for 1st 2nd and 3rd place. They also provided lap reports for each individual detailing laps completed, fastest lap and each lap time as well as a race overview showing position changes throughout the race. By no means a cheap activity but plenty of smiles to the pound and great fun.
Aaron Vellam
Fantastic circuit with really good quality karts, the facilities are all great and you are well looked after from arrival to the end of your session.
The track appears to have been fully resurfaced so it’s a smooth and fast surface with some challenging corners and hairpins which you can average around 30 mph on a good lap.
Good friendly staff make it great fun
Martin Pocock
Ai 500 event, so far so good. Place is well maintained and has lots going on. The karting looks really good with the biggest kart track I’ve seen. Tune in tomorrow to see the result of another days relentless warfare….
James
FAQs
What locations are within 2 hours of Ancaster Leisure?
We’re lucky enough to be positioned within easy reach of: Alfreton, Arnold, Beeston, Belper, Bingham, Boston, Bourne, Bulwell, Cambridge, Coalville, Derby, Heanor, Hucknall, Ilkeston, Kirkby-in-Ashfiled, Leicester, Lincoln, Long Eaton, Loughborough, Louth, Mablethorpe, Mansfield, Matlock, Newark, Nottingham, Oadby, Oakham, Peterborough, Retford, Skegness, Sleaford, Southwell, Spalding, Stamford, Sutton-In-Ashfield, West Bridgford and Worksop
Can children kart?
Yes, sessions for ages 4-8 with full supervision and ages 10+ on the main circuit are available.
What is the engine size of the karts?
Our adult karts are 270cc and junior karts are 200cc.
How fast can the karts go?
Unfortunately, being an outdoor track, the weather conditions determine the speed you will be able to reach but they have a straight line maximum of approximately 50mph.
What if a kart breaks down?
Despite a high maintenance schedule, mechanical failures can occur. In these situations, we will rectify the situation in the most viable way possible; this is typically a replacement kart as soon as possible or an extension in time or laps to the current session. If damage is caused by the driver’s neglect, a replacement may not be provided.
Do I need to book Karting in advance?
Activities can fill up fast, especially at weekends and school holidays, so we strongly recommend booking in advance. You can do so here.
Who can take part?
Race of Champions is open to 17-22 drivers, aged 16 or over, and works best with bigger groups- the more drivers, the more intense the competition.
What karting gear is included?
Helmets and overalls are provided. All karting drivers using our helmets must wear a balaclava. A balaclava and glove bundle can be purchased online for £4 or on-site for £5
Do I need experience?
Not at all. Our team will explain everything before you hit the track, whether it’s your first race or you’re a seasoned karting fan
What do I wear?
We recommend you wearing layers and anything you wouldn’t mind getting dirty. Please also wear sturdy, flat soled and closed toe shoes. Dress for the weather!
