Go Karting
Real go karts. Real speed. Real fresh air! Bristol’s only lakeside go-kart track open now for adult and junior sessions. No licence, no fuss. Just racing.
Go Karting Bristol | West Country Water Park
Bristol’s only lakeside go-kart track with adult and junior go karts, no licence needed, just turn up and race.
Bring
- Closed-toe shoes
- Comfortable clothing
- Hair tied back if it is long
- Gloves and a balaclava if you have them — or buy them from us
- Your booking confirmation
- Your waiver completed in advance — it saves time on arrival
We Provide
- Helmet and overalls
- Neck brace — mandatory for all Cadet drivers
- Trained marshals watching every session from trackside
- Petrol Biz Kart Evo 2s with hydraulic brakes and wrap-around impact protection
- Remote speed control and engine cut-off on every kart
- Café, toilets and changing facilities
Who Can Drive
- Cadet Karts: age 9 and over, minimum height 1.3m (4’2″)
- Adult Karts: age 12 and over and at least 5ft tall. Under 5ft you will drive a Cadet kart
- No licence and no experience needed
- Not suitable if you are pregnant, or have a heart condition, epilepsy, or a back or neck injury
- Drivers under 18 need a parent or guardian to sign the waiver
- No alcohol or drugs — you will be refused entry and no refund given
Your Session
- Two 15-minute races with a 15-minute break between
- Allow around 90 minutes from arrival to finish
- Arrive at least 35 minutes before your booking
- Karting runs Wednesday to Sunday — check our front page for today’s times
- Up to 12 people per session. Spectators are welcome and do not need a ticket
- Deliberate contact and ramming is not permitted and will end your session
Pure Track Time! No Fuss, Just Racing
Two 15-minute sessions of uninterrupted track time, per person. Whether you’re a first-timer or a seasoned wheel-spinner, our open-circuit format means you set your own pace, just arrive, suit up, and drive.
Arrive and Drive: No lap times, no nonsense. Simply enjoy the freedom of the open circuit. This is karting the way it should be!
2 x 15 Minutes
Session Length
9 years old
Minimum Age
1.3m / 4’2″
Minimum Height
Outdoor Track
Glorious Open air racing
Go Kart Pricing
2 x 15 Minute Races – Online Booking
£35.00/Person
Walk-in price: save £2 by booking online.
£37.00/Person
Safety Kit Extras (bring your own or buy new)
Item
Buy
Balaclavas
£3
Gloves
£3
Balaclavas & Gloves
£5
Prices are £2 more at reception, please book in advance.
Kit List
Bring
- Closed-toe shoes
- Comfortable clothing
- Hair tied back if needed
- Your booking confirmation
- Gloves and Balaclava bring your own or buy from us
We Provide
- Helmet
- Overalls
- Neck Brace (Mandatory for Cadets)
- Marshall Supervision
- Cafe
- Toilets
- Changing Facilities
Your Visit, Step by Step
- Arrive and check in – Fill out your waiver in advance to speed things up, then check in at reception. To ensure a smooth start, arrive at least 35 minutes before your booking.
- Get briefed – Next, our team will walk you through safety procedures, track layout, and how to operate the karts.
- Suit up – Now it’s time to suit up. We provide overalls and helmets. Bring your own gloves and balaclava if you have them-otherwise, they’re available to purchase in advance or on the day.
- Race – Arrive and Drive sessions include two 15-minute races with a 15-minute break between. Allow around 90 minutes total from arrival to finish. Timings can vary.
- Finish up – Return your gear to the briefing room and head over to the chill lounge to debrief over a coffee or consider booking our other activities.
- NOTE PARKING CHARGES – Free for 4 hours
Weather and Cancellations
Good news: a bit of rain won’t stop the fun! Our Go Kart track is designed for the great British outdoors, so rain and wind is absolutely no barrier to racing. We’re used to it!
That said, in rare cases we may need to suspend or cancel sessions due to severe weather, technical issues, or safety concerns. If that happens:
Before your session starts, you’ll receive a full refund or the option to rebook at a time that suits you.
During your session, we’ll offer a partial refund or a voucher for a future visit based on the time lost.
We’re not responsible for additional costs such as travel or accommodation resulting from a cancellation, but we’ll always do our best to give you as much notice as possible via our website or directly to you.
Our Karts
We run a fleet of Petrol Biz Kart Evo 2s one of the most trusted rental kart chassis in the UK, built for durability, safety, and genuine fun on track.
Adult Karts are powered by a Honda GX200 200cc engine, capable of reaching up to 40mph. Adjustable pedals and a sliding seat unit mean they fit a wide range of drivers comfortably. Suitable for drivers aged 12 and over, at least 5ft tall.
Cadet Karts are scaled for younger riders aged 9–11, running a Honda GX120 engine with a top speed of around 35mph — fast enough to be seriously exciting, manageable enough to build real confidence behind the wheel. Adjustable colour-coded pedals and a sliding seat unit ensure a proper fit. Minimum height 1.3m.
Safety
Both fleets feature full wrap-around impact protection, a hydraulic braking system, and the de Haardt safety system with remote speed control and engine cut-off. On track, our highly trained and attentive marshals monitor every session from trackside, ready to intervene at a moment’s notice — so whether it’s your first time in a kart or you’re a seasoned regular, you’re in safe hands from the moment you arrive to the moment you’re done.
Other Activities You May Like
Aqua Park
Paddle Boarding
Triathlons
Frequently Asked Questions
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The lake itself is wonderful for swimming and the Aqua park looks a lot of fun. There’s plenty for everyone to do including paddle boarding and of course the go-carts !
The staff are very attentive and will happily help with any of your needs.
I was happy to find a vegan sandwich in the restaurant which many places don’t have.
Will definitely be back for more.
All the children had an amazing time from start to finish. They went on the aqua park first which they all throughly enjoyed ,one child needed help but with a quick shout to the life guard they had help immediately. They were all given very clear instructions by the staff before going on, there is a lot of mixed ages together which I was a little worried about but once on they are all spread out and it was fine. They all then went on the go karts! Most of the children were a little worried to try but the staff were brilliant helped with anything they needed and answered any questions they had and put them at ease.
It was an absolutely brilliant day had by all. One thing I will say is maybe there needs better signage everywhere as if it is your first time coming you might get a little confused on where to go for things.
I will definitely be back again real soon
The staff have a great deal of patience and contribute to the fun; it’s a great team.
We loved our recent SI event and will be back for sure🙂
