Engineers are currently testing out the new Go Kart track on Weston-super-Mare’s Grand Pier. The 300 metre long track is the biggest ride on the Pier and cost £1 million to manufacture. It is the only electronic floor pick-up in the UK and runs over two levels.
The Go Karts are being run flat out to make sure they will be able to deal with the hundreds of people who want to have a go on this thrilling ride when the Grand Pier opens.
Ten karts are being run at a time, with ten others loading. Two additional karts have two seats so small children can ride with their parents.
The Go Kart track will be available for exclusive hire for birthday parties and corporate events. Experienced drivers will be able to drive at speeds of up to 60mph. There will even be a Go Kart school. Children from eight to 15 can sign up for the school which will take them through beginner, intermediate and advanced driver training.
Karting lessons can be booked on either Saturday or Sunday mornings from 9am to 10.30am. Each child will be issued with their own driving licence which will chart their progress through the school.
Regular Grand Prix events will be run from September where drivers can qualify, run in at least two heats and then take part in a final race to find the overall winner.
Pier owner Kerry Michael said: “Everyone always asks me about the Go Kart track. We had just built a new one when the Pavilion building was destroyed in the fire, so a lot of people remember that. This one is bigger and better and it is the first thing you notice when you walk into the Pavilion. Everyone wants to have a go, so we’re just making sure it is up to the job of being run flat out all day. I have no shortage of volunteers from my staff to help me do that”
For further information on corporate events or the Go Kart school email russell.mabley@grandpier.co.uk
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