Go Karting Stag Do
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Go karting puts the stag group behind the wheel of real racing karts for a head-to-head race that settles who's actually quick on the track and who just talks a good game. After a safety briefing from instructors and a practice lap, it's straight into competitive racing between the boys. Protective overalls are provided, so it's worth dressing down. For a groom who's always been a bit too keen on fast driving, this is the activity that finally gives him a track to do it on.
What’s Included
- Start the activity with a full safety brief from experienced instructors
- Helmet, gloves, race suit and balaclava provided
- Consists of 2 x 15 minute driving sessions with a break in between
- First 15 minutes you will be competing for the fastest lap
- Followed by a 15-30 minute break
- Second 15 minute session, you will hopefully have improved on your time!
- Fun competition between the group
- Start times: Saturday - 1pm onwards, Sunday-Friday - 9am-6pm
- Available to book: Monday-Saturday
Why Go Karting Works for Stag Groups
Go karting works because it's a genuine competition with a result everyone can see, recorded in black and white on the lap times. The lad who's useless at football might turn out to be the fastest on the track, while the one who talks himself up the most often ends up at the back of the pack. The numbers don't lie, which makes for plenty of banter once the session ends. There's also a podium moment built in for the quickest driver of the day, which makes for a good photo to look back on. For a groom who fancies himself behind the wheel, it's a chance to prove it on a proper track instead of just the motorway.
What Happens on a Go Karting Stag Do
The session starts with a safety briefing from instructors, covering the kart controls and the rules of the track. Everyone gets kitted out in protective overalls before heading out for a practice lap to get a feel for the kart and the circuit. Once everyone's comfortable, it's race time, with karts going head-to-head over a timed session that usually runs around two hours including the briefing and practice. Lap times are tracked throughout, and the fastest driver on the day picks up the trophy and bubbly at the end. All racing equipment is provided, so the boys just need to turn up ready to drive.
Where Does a Go Karting Stag Do Take Place?
Go karting is hosted at tried and tested tracks across the country, both indoor and outdoor, usually a short drive from the centre of your chosen city. It's available in Manchester and Newcastle, both popular bases for a stag weekend with plenty to do once the racing's done, as well as Liverpool, Leeds, Birmingham and Cardiff, plus many more UK cities. For stag groups heading abroad, go karting is also available in resort destinations including Benalmadena and Marbella. Both formats give the stag party a proper motorsport feel without needing any previous racing experience.
Go Karting Stag Do FAQs
A go karting stag do puts the stag party behind the wheel of real racing karts for a competitive, timed race. After a safety briefing and a practice lap, everyone races head-to-head, with times recorded throughout and a podium moment for whoever comes out on top. Protective overalls and all racing equipment are provided.
Old clothes you don't mind getting a bit dirty work best, along with trainers or similar footwear. Protective overalls are provided on the day, so there's no need for extra layers underneath.
The activity includes a safety briefing from instructors, a practice lap and a competitive race between the stags, with timing in place throughout. All racing equipment and protective overalls are provided, and the quickest driver finishes the session with a trophy and bubbly.
Go karting is available at stag locations across the UK, as well as resort destinations in Spain and Portugal for groups heading to Europe. Select your destination from the location menu at the top of this page, or get in touch with the team to check availability and start putting the weekend together.
Every lap is timed, and whoever posts the quickest overall sets the benchmark for the session. That driver picks up a trophy and a bottle of bubbly at the end, giving the lads a proper podium moment for photos before heading off for the rest of the day.
Want to make a weekend of it? Check out our stag do activities and ideas for more ways to fill the day.
Reviews
The amount of fun we had exceeded the price we paid, by a long way!