GET READY TO RACE!
Lincolnshire’s Home of Outdoor Karting
Experience Lincolnshire’s ultimate outdoor karting track, only 35 miles away from Retford — high speeds, tight corners, and pure adrenaline from start to finish.
For over 25 years, we’ve built a track that delivers pulse-raising speed, laughter, and camaraderie. Whether you’re a first timer, a family looking for a fun day out or a seasoned racer chasing podium glory- your next thrill begins here.
Whether you are on our full 1200m international circuit or practising on our 600m club track, we have the event for you. At Ancaster Leisure, everyone can feel the thrill of karting- safely, confidently, and with pure fun. Helmets on, engines ready, your race starts here.
Prices from
£25.00 per kart*
*T&C’s apply
Karting Activities
karting at ancaster – How it works
Step 1
Book & Arrive
Book your session online. Ensure all drivers fill out their online waivers. Arrive 30 minutes early so we can check you in and get you ready for action.
Step 2
Gear Up
Gear up with a helmet, race suit and gloves — before we take you through a full briefing.
Step 3
Hit the Track
Race, laugh, and push your limits. Afterwards, relax in the clubhouse and re-live the highlights.
The Track
Designed for racing
Featuring sharp bends and complex configurations, our track offers the perfect blend of excitement and challenges for every type of kart racer.
The Sodikarts
Precision, power and pure enjoyment
Our Sodikarts feature cutting-edge design and reliability — delivering smooth acceleration, responsive handling and a race-ready experience for every driver.
Karting events
Reviews
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
We celebrated our child’s birthday here recently. Really well organised! From the front of house staff to the catering staff to the karting circuit staff, we were really impressed with everyone who supported this special event. The facilities are modern and well cared for, and the team were happy to do anything so that our child had a brilliant day!
Nick Newitt
Around 10 of us came last night. Friendly staff and quite a large centre; track was brilliant – very long, lots of quick corners and a long straight. Even more fun in the torrential rain haha
AJC 04
Excellent venue, a great variety of activities, over the years my kids have done laser tag, paint balling and karting a few times with their friends here and every time it has been excellent. The staff are really friendly and helpful whilst also ensuring everything is safely run. THANK YOU.
Lisa Harness
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, 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
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
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!
Can I wear my own helmet?
Yes, as long as it is full-faced, as helmets must have a visor and not goggles.
Can I wear my own overalls?
Yes, as long as they are specifically karting overalls
Who can drive a twin-seater kart?
Anyone with their own driving licence. A passenger can be from 4 years old
How can I see my lap times?
When signing your disclaimer, tick the box asking for your results to be emailed to you or have a look at your results online.
What happens if it rains?
We are an outdoor venue; we operate in all weathers, except snow. We recommend bringing a change of clothes for after your activity and waterproof clothing.
Do you provide waterproof suits?
Our race suits are not waterproof, so we advise bringing a towel and a spare change of clothes.
Is a deposit required?
Yes, a £20 non-refundable deposit per person is needed to confirm bookings.
