Railway Karting

About Railway Karting

Railway Karting sits just outside Moneymore in County Londonderry and is a bit more than a plain kart track: it is run as a combined outdoor karting centre and children's adventure park. That mix is the whole point of the place — one part of the family can lap the outdoor circuit while younger children play, so it lends itself to birthday parties and family outings rather than serious solo racing. It is clearly doing something right locally, holding a 4.7 average across 258 Google reviews, which is among the higher ratings for a karting venue in Northern Ireland.

The Circuit

The karting takes place on an outdoor tarmac circuit — the venue lists it at around 960 metres — with petrol karts run in three different sizes so the venue can match a kart to the driver, from children up to adults. It is rated as an intermediate outdoor track: enough length and flow to feel like real racing rather than a short leisure loop, but approachable for newcomers who have never driven before. No experience or kit is needed; you are briefed, kitted out and sent out to race.

Who Should Visit

This is first and foremost a family and group venue. Karting starts from age 8, and because there are karts in three sizes it copes well with mixed ages. Crucially for parents, there is a children's play area with swings and slides plus indoor amusements, so under-eights and non-drivers are not left with nothing to do. Birthday parties are a core offering, with dedicated party rooms, and the venue will also put together sessions for hen and stag groups.

Planning Your Visit

Railway Karting is at 48 Cookstown Road, near Moneymore (Magherafelt, BT45 7QF), with on-site parking, toilets and refreshments available. Opening is limited: Monday to Thursday tends to be private bookings only, with general public sessions on Friday evenings and across Saturday and Sunday, so it is well worth checking times and booking ahead — particularly for parties and weekends.

As an outdoor circuit, karting is weather-dependent, so keep an eye on the forecast and call ahead if conditions look poor. Prices are mid-range; always confirm current rates, session times and the minimum age or height directly with the venue before travelling.

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