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Shenington Kart Circuit
Banbury, Oxfordshire
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A historic 1,211m club racing circuit on Edgehill Airfield near Banbury, hosting kart racing since 1960 and raced by Mansell, Coulthard and Button.
Track Type
Outdoor
Kart Type
Petrol
Track Length
1211m
Min Age/Height
8+
Food & Drink
✓ Available
Difficulty
Intermediate-Advanced
Price Range
££
Sessions Available
- Club Racing
- Championship Events
Best For
- Club racers
- Competitive drivers
Features
- Since 1960
- Championship venue
Prices & Sessions
| Session | Price guide | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Club practice days (owner drivers) | See club website | No licence required for practice days — book via the entry link at sheningtonkrc.co.uk |
| Race-day spectator entry | £10 per car | No booking necessary |
Details confirmed by the club, July 2026. Shenington caters for owner drivers in club-race classes; newcomers can start with Rookie Racing beginner days at the venue.
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Shenington is one of the most historic names in British karting. The circuit sits on Edgehill Airfield near Banbury, on the Oxfordshire–Warwickshire border, and is run by Shenington Kart Racing Club, which held its first meeting here in February 1960 — drawing a reported five thousand spectators. In 2026 the club marks 65 years of racing on the site. The airfield has its own place in aviation history too: it was where the Gloster E28/39, Britain's first jet aircraft, ran trials in 1942, and the kart club still shares the site with Shenington Gliding Club.
The Circuit
The track can be run at 1,211m in its full gearbox configuration or around 1,018m for direct-drive classes, with nine marshal posts around the lap. This is a competition circuit first and foremost, and its heritage speaks for itself: it hosted rounds of the very first Kart World Championship in 1960 and 1961, and a remarkable list of drivers cut their teeth here. Nigel Mansell was a regular in the National classes, and David Coulthard, Jenson Button and Anthony Davidson all raced karts at Shenington before going on to Formula 1 careers.
Who Should Visit
Shenington is best understood as a racing club rather than a walk-up leisure centre. It runs a full championship calendar — ten rounds across the 2026 season, including named meetings such as the SuperPrix and May Day Speedfest — for owner-drivers competing in recognised kart classes. It is the natural home for anyone serious about club and championship karting in the Midlands and Oxfordshire.
That said, the club also provides a route in for newcomers, from a Rookie Racing beginner day through to full membership and championship racing. If you simply want a one-off casual thrash with friends, a rental-focused centre may suit better; if you want to learn to race properly on a circuit steeped in history, Shenington is hard to beat.
Planning Your Visit
Shenington Kart Circuit is on Edgehill Airfield near Banbury, Oxfordshire — postcode OX15 6NY. As an exposed former airfield it is very much an outdoor venue, and conditions can change quickly, so check the forecast and confirm your session is running before setting off.
Because most activity is club racing and structured sessions rather than drop-in rental, it is essential to check the calendar and book in advance. Confirm current race dates, membership requirements, taster availability and prices directly with Shenington Kart Racing Club before travelling.
Frequently Asked Questions
What age do you need to be to race at Shenington Kart Circuit?
Drivers need to be at least 8+ to race at Shenington Kart Circuit.
Do I need experience to race at Shenington Kart Circuit?
Some indoor or corporate outdoor prior experience is highly recommended for the club practice sessions at Shenington Kart Circuit. The track is rated intermediate-advanced, so some technique will help you go faster. First-timers are catered for by Rookie Racing beginner days at the venue — see rookieracing.co.uk.
Can you go karting at Shenington Kart Circuit in the rain?
Shenington Kart Circuit is an outdoor venue. Sessions usually still run on a wet 1211m circuit. In heavy weather call 01926 812177 before travelling.
Is food and drink available at Shenington Kart Circuit?
Yes, food and drink are available on site at Shenington Kart Circuit.
Do I need to book in advance at Shenington Kart Circuit?
Advance booking is required via the entry link on the club website, sheningtonkrc.co.uk. The club only caters for owner drivers in the classes used at the club races; a licence is not required for practice days. Any questions, phone 01926 812177 or preferably email secretary@sheningtonkrc.co.uk. Spectator entry on a race day is £10 per car, no booking necessary.
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