Buckmore Park

Grand Prix Series R5 - 6 Hour
Date
Sat 23rd August 2025
Arrival Time
11:30am
RT10 Rookie0 Team Price
£620.00
RT10 Pro Team Price
£620.00
Experience required
Ideal for those with some karting experience

Grand Prix Series R5 - 6 Hour

Part of the Grand Prix Race Series consisting of a number of 3 and 6 hour team events. This race is a 2* event using our 390cc Sodi karts starting with a 30-minute qualifying session followed by a 3-hour continuous race.

Key Information

Format

A 30-minute qualifying session is followed by a non-stop 3-hour racing featuring driver changes & fuel stops .

Classes

The Grand Prix Series is divided into categories. The “Pro” Class is for experienced drivers/teams looking to compete in a Championship. The “Rookie” class is for less experienced drivers & teams. One-off entries are welcome in both classes. Trophies are awarded to the top 3 teams in each class.

The Pro Class has an added requirement. All drivers in that class must meet a minimum weight of 70kg. Weights will be checked during each event. For further details on how to achieve the minimum weight, please contact us.

Please ensure that you book into the right class for endurance championship events. If you are in the wrong class (as determined by the Race Director) then your class can be changed at any time.

If your team is promoted to the Pro class, then you will be subject to the same minimum weight rules and associated penalties.

Participant Restrictions

The minimum age to take part is 16 (16 & 17 year-olds must be accompanied by an adult aged 18 plus). The minimum height to safely operate our karts is 5ft. Please ensure that you book into the right class for endurance championship events. If you are in the wrong class (as determined by the Race Director) then your class can be changed at any time.

If your team is promoted to the Pro class, then you will be subject to the same minimum weight rules and associated penalties. (152cm) and the maximum height is 6’4” (195cm).

No experience is necessary to enter the “Rookie” class but in order to race in the “Pro” class we recommend teams have some previous racing experience.

Teams

We recommend two to six drivers per team.

Duration

The total time at the circuit is approximately 6 hrs from your arrival to departure.

Itinerary:

11:30 Arrival & Registration

12:15 Drivers Briefing

13:00 30 Minute Practice/Qualifying

13:45 3-Hour Race

20:00 Presentation of Awards

Championship Details

The Series is collectively 5 rounds of the 3hr & 2 rounds of the 6hr races of which the best 6 rounds count toward the championship. Standalone entries are welcome.

Dates in the series

Saturday 15th March 3 hour Grand Prix - Round 1

Saturday 24th May 3 Hour Grand Prix - Round 2

Sunday 22nd June 6 Hour Grand Prix - Round 3 11:30 arrival

Saturday 19th July 3 Hour Grand Prix - Round 4

Saturday 23rd August 6 Hour Grand Prix - Round 5 11:30 arrival

Sunday 28th September 3 Hour Grand Prix - Round 6

Saturday 25th October 3 Hour Grand Prix - Round 7

Spectators

Spectators are welcome. We have a state-of-the-art clubhouse facility featuring a Café serving hot and cold food, and an upper tier balcony which provides a dynamic view of the whole circuit.

Cafeteria

The cafe will be open during the session for the purchase of hot and cold refreshments.

Dress Code

Please bring comfortable clothing and suitable footwear, preferably trainers or similar flat shoes. All the safety equipment necessary will be provided.

Weather

We operate in all weathers so please check the weather forecast before you travel and pack a change of clothes if rain looks likely. Only in the most extreme weather conditions (i.e. ice or snow) will there be a possibility of your session being postponed or cancelled.

T&C's

All payments made are non-refundable, it may be possible to transfer your booking, but it would be subject to an admin fee.