The widest junior age range in the area — standard racing from 8, speed-limited cadet karts for 8-to-12s, Mini Racer sessions from age 4, and Race Academy coaching for 8-to-15s. All indoors on a 750m circuit.
Kids Karting Parties in Nottingham
From Mini Racers sessions for 4-year-olds to outdoor cadet karts — the tracks near Nottingham that host junior parties, and what to expect when you book.
4+Youngest local option
£29.95Junior price from
140cmTypical height minimum
Planning a Karting Party in Nottingham
Nottingham is one of the better-served cities in the Midlands for junior karting. The closest venue, TeamSport Nottingham, is an indoor 750m electric circuit where standard racing starts at 8 (140cm minimum height), cadets aged 8–12 drive speed-limited karts, and separate Mini Racer sessions take children as young as 4 — plus a Race Academy for 8-to-15s who catch the bug. That spread of ages makes it the default party venue for the city.
If you would rather race outdoors, Nottingham Raceway at Upper Broughton runs 160cc cadet karts from age 8, and keen teenagers can step up to the full-power adult karts from 14 — earlier than at many venues. Further out, Ancaster Leisure Karting near Grantham puts juniors aged 8–15 in speed-governed karts on a 1200m outdoor circuit and has a separate electric track for younger children.
TeamSport Leicester and the outdoor Sutton Circuit are both within reach down the A46 and M1 and both list birthday parties among their core sessions. For the wider picture, see our go karting in Nottingham hub.
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Every venue below takes young drivers — minimum ages and heights are shown as listed on our venue pages, but always confirm with the venue when booking, as rules can differ between sessions.
| Venue | Area | Junior age | Min height | Indoor/Outdoor | Karts | Price |
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| TeamSport Nottingham | Colwick, Nottingham | 8+ (Mini Racers from 4) | 140cm | Indoor | Electric | ££ |
| Nottingham Raceway | Upper Broughton, ~11 miles | 8+ cadets (adults from 14) | Check with venue | Outdoor | Petrol | ££ |
| TeamSport Leicester | Leicester, ~20 miles | 8+ (cadets 8–12) | 140cm | Indoor | Petrol | ££ |
| Ancaster Leisure Karting | Nr Grantham, ~26 miles | 8+ (juniors 8–15) | 1.3m | Outdoor | Petrol | ££ |
| Sutton Circuit | Sutton in the Elms, ~29 miles | 8+ (junior category) | Check with venue | Outdoor | Petrol | ££ |
A proper outdoor circuit 20 minutes from the city — 160cc cadet karts from age 8, and teenagers can move to the quick adult karts from 14, sooner than at most venues. A minimum height applies, so check before booking.
A 1200m outdoor circuit near Grantham with speed-governed junior karts for 8-to-15s, a separate electric track for younger children, and more than 25 years of running family karting days.
A two-level indoor petrol circuit that lists birthday parties among its core sessions — cadet karts for junior drivers, kit provided, and no weather risk. A solid backup if Nottingham dates are full.
Choosing a Venue by Age
Karting venues split drivers by age and height, not just age — so the right venue depends on the youngest driver in your party.
Ages 4–7
TeamSport Nottingham is the stand-out here: its Mini Racer sessions take children as young as 4, well below the usual karting floor of 8. Ancaster near Grantham also runs a separate electric track for younger children alongside its main circuit.
Ages 8–12
Every venue on this page caters for this group — speed-limited cadet karts at TeamSport Nottingham and Leicester (140cm minimum), 160cc cadets outdoors at Nottingham Raceway, and governed junior karts at Ancaster and Sutton Circuit.
Teenagers
Nottingham Raceway lets drivers take the full-power adult karts from age 14 — a genuine draw for a teenage party. At TeamSport venues the step up to full-size karts comes at 13, and Ancaster’s adult fleet starts at 16.
What a Karting Party Usually Includes
The core of any karting party is track time in junior karts — typically run as a practice session followed by races or timed heats, so every child gets a fair go regardless of ability. Before anyone drives there is a safety briefing, and helmets and race suits are provided by the venue, so children just need flat shoes and clothes they can move in.
Many venues offer a party or meeting room for cake and presents after the racing, and food options are available at some venues — though exactly what is on offer varies a lot, from vending machines to full party food packages. None of this should be assumed: confirm what your chosen venue includes, and whether you can bring your own cake, when you book.
For more on how junior karting works, see our go karting for kids guide and our karting birthday party guide.
What It Costs
TeamSport’s published national rate card is the clearest anchor: junior sessions from £29.95 and adults from £44.95, typically with around 20% off for booking online in advance (indicative rates, last checked June 2026 — exact prices vary by venue, day and time). That applies to both TeamSport Nottingham and TeamSport Leicester.
The outdoor venues — Nottingham Raceway, Ancaster and Sutton Circuit — all sit in the mid-range price tier for UK karting. Party packages that add a room or food cost more than plain track time, so budget roughly £30–£45 per child for the racing itself and confirm the full package price with the venue before you fix numbers.
Tips for Party Parents
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Height Rules Beat Age Rules
A child who meets the minimum age but not the minimum height will not be allowed to drive. Measure everyone before booking — it is the most common cause of party-day disappointment.
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Book School-Holiday Weekends Early
Half-term and summer-holiday Saturdays are the first slots to go at every venue. If the party date falls in a school holiday, book as far ahead as you can.
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Plan for Mixed-Age Groups
Venues run different karts for different ages, so siblings and older friends may race in separate sessions or on separate karts. Tell the venue everyone's ages when booking and they will structure it.
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Spectating Is Usually Free
At most venues parents watch for free from a viewing area — only the drivers pay. Indoor venues are the comfortable choice for spectators in winter; confirm arrangements when you book.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the youngest age for a karting party in Nottingham?
TeamSport Nottingham runs Mini Racer sessions for children as young as 4 — unusually young for karting. Standard sessions there start at 8, as they do at the other venues near the city, and Ancaster near Grantham has a separate electric track for younger children.
Is there a height requirement for kids karting in Nottingham?
Yes. TeamSport Nottingham and TeamSport Leicester require 140cm as well as a minimum age of 8, and Ancaster asks for around 1.3m. Height is checked on the day, so measure your group before booking rather than relying on age alone.
How many children can a karting party take?
It depends on the venue’s grid size — indoor circuits typically split larger parties into heats so everyone gets the same track time. Give the venue your expected numbers when booking and they will plan the format around them.
Do parents pay to watch a karting party?
Generally no — spectating is free at most karting venues and only the drivers pay. Indoor venues like TeamSport Nottingham have viewing areas; at outdoor circuits parents watch trackside. Confirm arrangements when you book.
How far in advance should I book a party in Nottingham?
Weekend party slots fill quickly, particularly in school holidays. The venues themselves advise reserving ahead — aim for at least three to four weeks before a weekend date, and earlier for half-term or summer-holiday weekends.
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