2 × 10-minute sessions
Two proper stints on a real race circuit within your one-hour slot – enough time to learn, come in, get feedback and go again.
Thu 13 August 2026 Shenington Kart Club · Oxfordshire
Your child's first taste of real kart racing
Not a rental kart. A 2026 Kosmic race chassis powered by the all-electric Rotax E10 – with real coaching and full technical support. Two 10-minute track sessions for drivers aged 8–12.
from £45
Race that weekend and your £45 is credited in full –
the test day is effectively free.
the test day is effectively free.
Only 9 hourly slots on the day – first come, first served.
Date
Thursday 13 Aug 2026
Venue
Shenington Kart Club, Banbury OX15 6NW
Price
From £45 · 2 × 10-min sessions
Drivers
Ages 8–12 · no experience needed
What your £45 gets you
Everything your driver needs to experience real racing machinery – no equipment, no experience, no club membership required to take part.
2026 Kosmic race chassis
A current 950 mm Kosmic chassis – the same equipment junior champions race, sized for drivers aged 8–12.
All-electric Rotax E10
Rotax's newest junior powertrain: instant, smooth power that's quiet and beginner-friendly – and seriously quick when your driver is ready.
Coaching & technical support
Experienced race coaches brief your driver before every session and a technician looks after the kart – you just watch them fly.
How it works
From this page to the chequered flag in three simple steps.
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1
Tell us about your driver
Fill in the short form below – it takes less than a minute. We just need your driver's age and how to reach you.
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Book your slot officially
We take you straight to Rookie Racing's official booking page, where you choose one of the 9 hourly time slots and pay securely.
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3
Turn up and drive
On the day, the team briefs your driver, straps them in and coaches them through both sessions. All you need to bring is a big smile.
Reserve your spot now
Tell us about your driver and we'll take you straight to the official Rookie Racing booking page to pick your time slot.
- No payment here – booking and payment happen securely on rookieracing.co.uk.
- Only 9 hourly slots between 9:00 and 16:00 – they go fast.
- Free cancellation with 24 hours' notice via Rookie Racing.
Questions? The Rookie Racing team is happy to help on the day of booking – or check the FAQ below.
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Open booking pageFrequently asked questions
What exactly is the Rotax E10?
The E10 is Rotax's all-electric junior racing powertrain. It delivers smooth, instant power with hardly any noise – ideal for young drivers' first experience of real race machinery. At this event it's fitted to a current 2026 Kosmic 950 mm race chassis.
Does my child need any experience?
No. The day is designed for drivers aged 8–12, from complete beginners to young racers. Coaching and a full briefing are included before every session, and the team adapts the pace to your driver.
How long does it take and when are the slots?
Each booking is a one-hour slot containing two 10-minute driving sessions plus briefings. There are nine hourly slots between 9:00 and 16:00 on Thursday 13 August 2026. A limited number of full-day options are also available on the official booking page.
What does it cost – and how is the test day "free"?
A session costs £45. If your driver then enters the race meeting on 15–16 August, the £45 is credited in full towards the race entry – so it works like a deposit and the test day effectively costs nothing. The weekend also offers the chance to take the Motorsport UK ARKS test, the first step towards a kart racing licence. The Rookie Racing team will share all race details with you.
Where is Shenington Kart Club?
Shenington Airfield, Banbury OX15 6NW – one of the UK's best-known kart circuits and an easy drive from London via the M40.
Can we change our booking?
Yes – Rookie Racing asks for a minimum of 24 hours' notice for any change to your booking.