"Go-karting parties for children"

Do something a bit different for your child’s birthday party!

Forget soft plays or the local village hall - do something different for your child’s party this year with Big Bounce’s Go Kart Parties. We'll organise the party, providing a well-structured, fully supervised indoor or outdoor go-karting experience for your child and their friends. And to make things even easier, you can either use one of our chosen venues or we can locate somewhere nearby that would be suitable.

About the karts

Our electric karts are specially designed for children between 3-10 years (or a maximum height of 1.5m. Their top speed is 6mph and the moment the children take their foot off the accelerator the karts automatically brake, bringing them to a smooth and safe stop. With their light accurate steering and very smooth controls, youngsters find driving them extremely easy to manage. They are completely safe with a cushioned seat, padded cockpit, front, side and rear bumpers, sturdy roll bars, low centre of gravity and powerful regenerative braking. If the kids do veer off course, they are brought to a gentle halt by the inflated boundary.

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Venues

We currently use three official venues in Nottingham - Bilborough Sports Centre, Hucknall Leisure Centre and The Long Eaton School. The hall hire is included in the prices below. If neither of these are near to you, then give us a call and we will try and locate a venue which is more suitable and all you'll have to do is pay for the hall hire - we regularly use Gamston Community Centre in Gamston and St Jude's Church Hall in Mapperley if these are nearer to you than one of our official venues. To find out if one of our venues is available on your specific date, please contact us.

We are always on the lookout for new venues, so if you know of a suitable venue near to you please get in touch.

Prices

Using our venue (hall hire is included in the price)

The 1 hour and 1.5 hour parties include 2 hour hall hire.
The 2 hour party includes 3 hour hall hire.

Using your venue (hall hire is not included in the price)

Keep them entertained when they’re not driving. Why not add a
bouncy castle to your party for only £20?

FAQ's

Is it safe?
The activity and equipment are designed with the utmost safety in mind. However, it is essential that all drivers adhere to the rules, listen carefully to safety briefings and not drive beyond their capabilities. All our equipment is regularly checked and our staff are trained to adhere to our safety procedures.

Is it supervised?
Yes, all karting sessions are supervised by fully trained and experienced personnel. They are in attendance throughout every session to ensure all drivers adhere to the rules and safety procedures and enjoy the day too!

What clothes should they wear?
Casual clothing that is loose and comfortable and flat shoes, preferably trainers or similar. There is no requirement for children to wear a helmet because the Karts are so safe.

Will they be shown what to do?
The Big Bounce staff will ensure that each child is capable of using the kart and that they are the prescribed age and height. They will not let any child drive who they believe are not able to use the kart safely. It is surprisingly easy and great fun once they know the correct way to drive the karts.

How does the session run?
At the start of any go karting session all drivers receive a full safety briefing and equipment demonstration. After checking each child's capabilities in the karts, they will start their driving experience. The children will drive the karts in groups of 4, then the next group of 4 children will have a go and so on. After the initial turns we introduce team games. At the end of the session, all children receive a printed certificate to commemorate their karting experience and the overall winner and birthday child both receive a prize.

How long does the session last?
The actual driving time will be just under an hour if you book an hour's session, or just under 1.5 hours for a 1.5 hour session and so on, to allow time for the safety briefing. If you use one of our venues then the hall is either booked for two hours (1 hour and 1.5 hour parties) or three hours (2 hour party), to give you time for the children to eat and play any games you've organised after the go karting session has finished – we recommend either starting the party 15 minutes after the room booking starts or bringing an activity to keep the children entertained, to allow us time to set up. Allow 15 minutes before for setting up and 15 minutes afterwards for packing away when booking your own venue.

How many children can I bring?
We run 1 hour parties for approximately 12 children and 1.5 hour parties for approximately 18 children. We have found that these timings and numbers work best. We can also run 2 hour parties for approximately 24 children, but please be aware that the children will be waiting longer for their turns and so we recommend that you bring another activity.

If I book for 12 children, does it have to be for an hour?
No. Apart from the maximum numbers stated it's up to you. For example, you can book a 1.5 hour party for 12 children if you wish.

Is there a minimum number of children?
Not as such, but we strongly recommend at least 8 children to make the most of the format and team games.

Do I have to pay extra for the venue?
If you use one of our venues then, no, the cost of room hire is included in our fee. If you book your own venue then you’ll have to pay any associated costs.

Is it really suitable for young children?
Absolutely, the kart and circuit system are designed specifically for young children.

What sort of venue is suitable for a Go-Kart party?
Anywhere, as long as it’s flat. We'll need at least 15 metres by 11 metres of clear unobstructed space (50ft x 36ft) for the circuit itself and an additional area around or near the circuit for the children and any spectators. Suitable indoor venues could be leisure centres, school halls, community centres, etc. Because the karts are electric they don’t give off any exhaust fumes and they won’t mark any indoor floors. If no electricity is available nearby, we can bring a generator.

Is there an age and height restriction?
The maximum height for a child is 1.5 metres. They must be able to sit comfortably in the kart with space between the top of their head and the chassis. The karts are designed for children between 3-10 years old as a guide. However, whilst 3 year olds are usually able to drive the karts, we cannot run a party for a child who has just turned 3 years old on their birthday. We can run a session for a child turning 4 years old where there are 3 year olds in the party group.

How can I arrange a birthday party karting event?
Simply get a group of children and decide whether you have a suitable venue or whether you wish to use one of ours. Then call us on 0115 952 6678 or use the contact form on this website. We will require a £30.00 deposit to secure the booking. We ask for approximate numbers of children taking part when booking.

Do we have to pay extra for insurance?
No, we have £1 million public liability insurance.

How do I pay?
To secure your booking, we will need you to send a £30.00 cheque to cover the deposit. We will then send you a confirmation letter. The balance can be paid by cheque prior to the event or on the day of the party.

Can I leave my children at the venue?
No, adult supervision is required. If there are more than 5 children all under 12 years of age, there must be two adults present throughout (in addition to the our staff).

Can I hire your karts for an event?
Of course you can. The karts can be hired for half or full days. We can also bring them to your event for free if it is large enough . Call us to discuss your requirements.

So call us now to book your party and treat your kids to the ride of their lives!