Buckmore Park Kart Circuit

The moment you walk into Buckmore Park near Aylesford, you hear it before you see it - that high-pitched whine of kart engines bouncing off the tarmac. This is proper go-karting, the kind of place where families come to actually race rather than just potter around a track for five minutes. The circuit itself is well-maintained, with enough twists and elevation changes to keep things interesting without being intimidating for younger drivers.

You're looking at a venue built for serious karting enthusiasts and casual thrill-seekers alike. Kids aged around six upwards can usually get behind the wheel here, while adults who fancied themselves as the next Lewis Hamilton finally get to prove it (or discover they're terrible, which is half the fun). Sessions typically run for around ten to fifteen minutes of actual track time, so plan for longer if there's a queue.

The location works well if you're based at one of the nearby glamping spots - Kits Coty is barely a mile down the road, and Oak View Holiday Park sits four miles away. Both are brilliant for families wanting something more than just a caravan holiday. After an hour or two here, you'll have either bonded over competitive spirit or discovered that one family member takes it far too seriously. Either way, it breaks up a park holiday nicely, particularly on a rainy afternoon when outdoor activities are off the menu.

Bring cash for refreshments - there's a small cafe on site. It's not cheap, but then proper karting rarely is.