National Championships
Super One is the UK’s premier national karting championship, running since 1983 and widely regarded as a key stepping stone for young drivers aiming to progress in motorsport. Over the decades, it has produced numerous professional racers and is known for its professional organisation, competitive grids, and challenging circuits, attracting the country’s top junior and senior karting talent.
The British Kart Championships (BKC) is a nationally recognised karting series under Motorsport UK that attracts a broad range of competitive drivers across many age groups and classes, including IAME, Rotax, Honda Cadet and more. It has grown into one of the most competitive and professional karting championships in the world, helping develop emerging talent and offering high‑level racing opportunities on some of the UK’s most iconic circuits. The series also emphasises innovation and community with initiatives such as a tyre recycling programme and awards recognising outstanding teamwork through the Wera Tools Karting Excellence Award.
The UK Kart Series is a nationally respected championship aimed at providing a competitive yet cost‑effective pathway into kart racing across the UK. Spread over 9 rounds at 7 premium kart tracks, it offers a range of classes from Bambino and Cadet categories to ProKart, giving drivers of all ages and skill levels a chance to race multiple formats including heats and finals over a weekend. Membership benefits include priority entry, protected race numbers and discounted entries, making it a popular choice for both newcomers and experienced racers alike.
Club Championships
The WSKC Larkhall Championship is a popular, well-run club series that’s ideal for owner drivers looking for competitive racing in a friendly, supportive environment. Run at Larkhall Circuit in Scotland, it offers well-structured race days, strong grids across multiple classes, and a great balance between affordability and proper championship racing. With a welcoming paddock and a clear focus on driver development, it’s a brilliant option for owner drivers wanting regular, close racing without the pressures of national-level budgets.
The East of Scotland Kart Club (ESKC) is a long-established, volunteer-run karting club based at the 875 m circuit near Crail in Fife, Scotland, that’s ideal for owner drivers seeking regular, affordable grassroots racing. Founded in 1962, the club runs a lively club championship across multiple kart classes with low entry costs and up to three race weekends per month, plus practice opportunities and varied circuit layouts to keep race days interesting. ESKC’s friendly community atmosphere, strong event calendar, and member-focused setup make it a great platform for owners to get on track and compete without the big budgets often needed at higher levels.
Teesside Karting at South Tees Motor Sports Park runs one of the UK’s most active karting scenes for owner drivers as well as hire and endurance competitors. At the heart of this is the Teesside Owner-Driver Sprint Championship, a dedicated series featuring 9 rounds across 7 weekends with multiple classes and strong grids, designed to reward consistent performance throughout the season and give owners real, competitive sprint racing at their famed outdoor circuit.
In addition to sprint racing, the club supports owner driver participation in endurance formats — including a two-round Owner Driver 24-Hour Championship held partly at Teesside alongside iconic European venues — offering a deeper test of skill, reliability and teamwork over long distances.
The venue itself is well established, hosting regular club sprints, endurance events, and even the famous British 24-Hour race, making it a lively and varied platform for owner drivers looking to race regularly and progress their karting.
Cumbria Kart Racing Club (Rowrah) — often simply called Rowrah — is a well-established karting club and circuit in Cumbria that’s highly regarded by owner drivers for its friendly club racing and technical, challenging track. The club operates the iconic Lakeland Circuit in a scenic disused quarry, known for its elevation changes and demanding layout that rewards precision and racecraft, making it a favourite with grassroots racers from across the UK.
While CKRC runs a range of club race meetings, practice sessions and summer series throughout the year, it’s also a regular host for larger independent and national championship events, attracting strong grids of owner drivers competing in classes from juniors through to senior levels.
Membership with the club gives access to organised race days, local championship rounds, and frequent track activity, alongside a supportive community atmosphere focused on affordable motorsport and driver development.
Tattershall Karting Centre is a well-known outdoor karting venue in Lincolnshire, England that offers a mix of owner-driver racing, practice, membership benefits, and local championship events for grassroots competitors. The club runs a club championship with multiple race and practice days throughout the season, letting owner drivers compete in sprint races and build points toward end-of-season standings.
Alongside formal championship rounds, Tattershall also hosts owner driver day sessions where private kart owners can get time on track and race against peers in a relaxed but organised format. Membership options give access to discounted practice days and support participation throughout the year, creating a friendly club atmosphere that suits both new and experienced owner drivers.
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Shenington Kart Racing Club is one of the UK’s iconic grassroots karting clubs, based at the fast-flowing Shenington circuit on the old RAF Edgehill airfield in Oxfordshire. Established in 1960 and affectionately known as “Sheny,” the club runs a regular club championship with monthly race meetings that attract large owner-driver grids — often 200+ competitors — across a range of classes under Motorsport UK regulations.
The circuit itself is renowned for its high-speed layout with true overtaking opportunities, making for thrilling and close racing for grassroots racers. Club race days typically feature practice on Saturdays and racing on Sundays, with championship rounds spread through most of the year and highlight events like the Shenington SuperPrix, which brings extra excitement and atmosphere to the season.
Membership gives owner drivers access to regular championship competition, practice opportunities, and a welcoming community of racers and volunteers — ideal for those looking to race their own kart in a competitive but friendly environment.
Glan-y-Gors / GYG Karting (Dragon Kart Club) is a well-regarded outdoor karting venue and club in North Wales that’s great for owner drivers seeking both practice and competitive racing. Based at Glan Y Gors Park, near Corwen, it features a long, challenging 1100 m British-Championship-grade circuit with fast flowing sections and technical corners that reward skill and consistency.
The site hosts Dragon Kart Club (DKC) — a Motorsport UK-recognised club providing opportunities for owner driver racers to take part in test days, visiting events and, at times, organised race meetings on the GYG track. The circuit also stages larger championship and national events during the year, offering drivers a chance to compete in a mix of local club and higher-profile racing.
With its scenic North Wales setting, comprehensive facilities including timing, paddock and hospitality, and a mix of competitive and practice sessions, GYG is popular with grassroots racers as both a regular club-level racing option and a testing ground for improving skills.