FAQ's

Please find answers below to the most common questions that we are asked. If you cannot find the information you require, please contact the circuit.

Is Daytona Milton Keynes open all year?
The circuit is open seven days a week throughout the year, except for Christmas Day, Boxing Day & New Years Day.

What should I wear?
Please wear training shoes or similar. High heels are not permitted. We advise loose comfortable clothes that may be worn under the racesuit.

Do events run at night?
The circuits operate until 10pm and the venue operates until 12 midnight or later, if necessary, for pre-booked events

Is there a restaurant or bar?
Yes, Daytona Milton Keynes has a cafe and a licenced bar.

Do I need a driving licence?
No. You do not need a driving licence to race at Daytona. Every driver receives a full safety briefing and instruction on how to operate the karts.

Can I drink alcohol before I drive?
No, any person under the influence of alcohol or illicit substances may not drive, nor will such persons be entitled to a refund.

Are spectators allowed?
Yes, although children must be supervised at all times. Please note that dogs are not permitted at the circuit at any time.

Are there minimum ages and heights for racing?
There are age restrictions - drivers must be 8 years and over to compete in Juniors and 16 and over to race in adult single-engined karts. (14 yrs and over for advanced
junior racers subject to parental consent). Racers must be 125cms (4 feet 2 inches) tall to drive a cadet and 140 cms (4 feet 7 inches) tall to drive an adult kart.
Minors attending the venue to race must either be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian or alternatively have a Daytona parental consent form presigned by a parent authorising another adult to act in loco parentis. Please discuss with us when you book to avoid disappointment..

Can Daytona provide racing for disabled drivers?
Yes, we offer passenger rides in our two-seater karts and can also can fit hand controls to race karts for drivers who are DVLA licenced to drive a hand-control car. Please discuss your requirements with a Daytona representative.

Can I arrive late for a race event?
No, all events commence with a safety briefing and practice laps. If you miss the briefing or practice, you cannot race. We do not refund race fees for late arrivals.

Can I put up banners etc during my event?
Only with consent. Please discuss this with us when booking or confirming your event.

Is safety equipment provided?
Yes, we provide all safety equipment that is required for Hire Drivers. All drivers should wear trainers or similar flat soled shoes and comfortable clothing.

Can I wear my own safety equipment?
Drivers may supply their own safety equipment but it must be approved by the Race Director. Helmets and any other equipment must be to the appropriate standard. Full face helmets with a visor and appropriate approvals (BS type A) must be used. Racesuits must cover the driver from neck to wrist to ankle and be of appropriate construction for racing. Daytona does not accept any liability for any loss of such equipment or any injury caused where the driver's own safety equipment may have contributed to the injury.

Can I just turn up and race?
Whilst drivers can turn up speculatively wishing to drive on the day, a place cannot be guaranteed, so it is advisable to book in advance.

Do the circuits operate in all conditions?
The circuit operates in all conditions except for fog, snow and lightning storms.

Are car parking facilities available?
Yes, Daytona’s car parking facilities are free of charge to customers.

What classes of karts are allowed at Daytona's circuit?
Please contact the circuit to check current restrictions and approved classes of owner-driver karts at Daytona Milton Keynes.