Frequently asked questions
Are the Karts safe, tested and maintained?
Yes, and so are the operators! Safety is a paramount importance to Go Kart Party World Limited. The karts are fitted with a safety harness, have regenerative brakes, wrap around bumpers, sturdy padded roll cage and the event is fully supervised and structured. The karts also have a yearly test/check at the manufacturer to comply with our insurance and are maintained to a high level at all times. All our staff are fully trained in the operation of the karts and will be in attendance throughout the event.
Do the children wear crash helmets?
No, the Karts have a padded roll-bar which creates a completely safe cockpit designed and built with Health and Safety in mind. It is also not a legal requirement.
Are children with disabilities allowed to drive the go-karts?
We have accommodated many children with disabilities in the past, but do ask you to contact us in the first instance in confidence to discuss your child's or child's friend's needs before booking to ensure we are able to accommodate them.
What should the children wear when driving?
There are no specific rules for this other than we would advise children to arrive in sensible, comfortable clothing, with no loose items attached.
How fast do the Karts go?
Our go karts can be programmed anywhere between a crawl of 1 mph to an exhilarating 6 mph, depending on the ability of the driver. Believe us when you are just 2 inches from the ground, with other karts around you, this is fast.
How long do the children get on the karts?
This varies according the party time chosen and the amount of children attending. We do have quick changeovers to ensure the party runs smoothly and we do maximise the children's time and enjoyment on the karts.
What do the other children do whilst they are waiting their turn?
All of our parties are structured and designed to keep the children’s attention even whilst not on the karts. Children are divided into teams and encouraged to cheer on their team mates. Fast change over's send a clear message to the children who are waiting that they will be on the go karts in no time at all. The children are very focused on the track as they are so eager to get straight back on the karts and show everyone their new found driving skills!
How long does a party last?
This depends on the number of children attending the party, but as a guide, for up to 16 children we would suggest an hour, for larger parties we would suggest 1 & ½ hours. If you require a longer party that can also be arranged.
When should I tell my guests to arrive at the venue?
Due to the fact that we run a tight schedule, we will commence the safety briefing at the party start time. We suggest that you politely ask your guests to arrive 10 minutes before the party starts to ensure they are ready to listen to the driving safety rules. We will commence the party at the agreed time, and any children arriving after this period will not receive a separate safety briefing.
Do you provide food?
At present we do not provide food, however we are currently in negotiations with a reputable catering company to hopefully offer cold food boxes in the very near future. Please keep a check on our website for updates.
Are you fully insured?
Yes, in fact we have our very own insurance scheme underwritten at Lloyds of London with public liability cover of £5 million.
What surfaces can the Karts operate on?
Karts will run on any firm surface, tarmac, concrete, sports hall floors or grass without damaging the surface. The wheels on our go karts are made of high quality rubber which do not leave any marks on any floor type, and this has been proven many times. Therefore there is no need to lay an extra floor or protection for the venue.
Do I have to book a venue?
No, we have venues available and once you confirm your booking with us, we will book the venue for you. If you have a venue suitable for the karts please refer to our 'Own Venue Parties Page'.
How big is the circuit?
The circuit measures 11 X 15 Meters (33 X 45 feet approx) but we do require a slightly larger area than this to accommodate our barrier safety system.
What training have the operators had?
All staff have been fully trained by Go Kart Party UK Ltd in the operation of the business with a focus on running events.
Do you provide full instruction?
Yes, our activity is completely managed by our staff who will brief, instruct and co-ordinate the children, it is an operator attended party.
What is the maximum recommended number of children per party?
We can and have catered for parties of between 4 & 24 children, although the optimum number is between 12 & 16 children.
Is 10 the maximum age?
No, age is not the limitation, size is. Please discuss this with us.
What type of events will you attend?
Apart from Birthday parties we are available for school fetes, fairs, carnivals, shopping centres, car boot sales, air shows, corporate days, family fun days etc.