The Race

Welcome to the ultimate test of endurance and skill on the UK’s longest and fastest kart circuit. At 2.1km, this track pushes every driver to the limit, with a layout that demands full throttle from start to finish – no room for hesitation in this 24-hour sprint race.

With an average track width of 10 meters, overtaking opportunities are everywhere. The lap begins with a burst off the start line, navigating the complex camber of the front 'D chicane' before plunging into the sweeping Howells, left-hander.

As you move onto the west side of the circuit, you'll descend towards Rib Bend – a heart-stopping moment where your kart briefly lifts all four wheels off the ground. Stay flat out, maintain control as you touch down, clear the apex, and power through the hill section with a right-hand climb.

Next, you’ll tackle the left turn, climbing relentlessly until you reach the hairpin at the summit. Then it’s a 500-meter dash down the Bob Pope straight before easing off just enough to master the hairpin complex.

From there, it's a swift left-right combination, and back onto the rear straight, setting up for the massive, adrenaline-pumping South Bank – an iconic banked bend that challenges even the most seasoned drivers. Hold on tight, swing through the right, then prepare for the sweeping left that leads into the dog-leg, with one final flat-out sprint to the front straight, crossing the line to begin another lap.

Lap times on the International Circuit hover in the low 1:20s, with each driver facing grueling 90-minute stints behind the wheel. This is endurance racing at its purest – every lap a new challenge, with up to 20 overtakes per lap. It’s the hardest race of the year, where only the strongest prevail.

2025 - Championship Registration

Secure Your Spot

Register your team for the 2025 championship for just £175. This fee secures your team name and number, but hurry – spots are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.

Exclusive Black Friday Deals: Register by November 24th, 2024, to gain early access to our Black Friday deals. Pre-registered teams will receive a special access code to unlock these offers on November 26th, 2024, two days before the general public.

Note: The registration fee is non-refundable, and your team’s spot isn’t confirmed until the fee is paid.

Championship Registration Terms

• Registration Fee: The cost to register your team for the championship is £175. This fee is non-refundable under any circumstances.

• Team Name and Number: Registration allows you to secure your team name and number on a first-come, first-served basis.

• Black Friday Deals Eligibility: Only teams that complete their registration by November 24th, 2024, will be eligible for exclusive Black Friday deals. Pre-registered teams will receive access codes on Monday, November 24th, 2024, two days before the deals are released to registered teams, before opening to general entries to the public on Black Friday, November 28th, 2024.

• Payment Requirement: Teams must pay the registration fee in full to secure their team name and number. Without payment, your team will not be approved, and you will not receive the required access code for the Black Wednesday deals.

How to Book

Booking your team into our 2025 24-hour races is straightforward with our online booking system. Follow the link provided to create an account and enter the championship. Only the team captain needs to complete the booking process, and we'll request additional driver details closer to the race date.

Championship Registration: To secure your spot in the championship, a £175 non-refundable registration fee per team is required. This fee ensures that your team name and number are secured, and is allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. Please note that until this fee is paid, your team will not be approved, meaning your spot, team name, and number are not guaranteed. Additionally, only teams registered by November 24th, 2024, will be eligible for exclusive Black Friday deals, with early access codes provided on November 26th, 2024.

Team Classifications: We assign teams to classes based on experience to ensure fair competition. Upon registering, we may contact new teams to discuss their experience and appropriately place them in one of the following classes:

• Elite: Teams with top ten finishes in any 24-hour race within the last five years in the Pro or Elite classes.
• Pro: Teams with top 20 finishes in the last five years in the Pro or Club classes.
• Club: Teams that have participated in 24-hour races but haven’t finished high in class or previously raced as a rookie team.
• Rookie: Teams with no prior 24-hour or endurance racing experience.

Race Entry: Once your team registration is approved, you can officially enter the race online. To secure your entry, a £750 non-refundable deposit must be paid at the time of booking. Your entry remains pending and unconfirmed until this deposit is paid. In a pending state, your entry is not secure and could be lost if another team pays in full and is confirmed before you. Once the deposit is received, your entry will be confirmed.

Final Payment: The remaining balance is due by May 1st, 2025. If you prefer to pay in instalments, please notify us at the time of booking, and we will provide you with payment schedule options.

This booking process ensures that your team is fully prepared to participate in one of the most challenging endurance races of the year, with all the benefits of early registration and secure entry.

Terms & Conditions

By entering a 24hourkarting.co.uk event via online booking, phone, or messenger, you agree to the following terms and conditions:

Booking Terms

By registering your team for a 24hourkarting.co.uk event, you agree to pay the specified entry fee for the event. Upon meeting the payment terms, we guarantee your team a full entry into a 24-hour kart race at the designated location. For hire packages, we will provide a kart, fuel, and mechanical support at no additional cost. If required, we can also supply a suitable racing kit.

It is your responsibility to complete your team’s entry details accurately and follow any instructions provided regarding entry. Failure to do so, even if full payment has been made, may result in the cancellation of your entry. Only the team captain is required to complete the booking, and additional driver details will be requested closer to the event.

Payment Terms

Upon entering a team into a 24hourkarting.co.uk event via our online booking system or by phone, you agree to pay the advertised entry fee. The booking process requires an initial, non-refundable registration fee of £175 per team to secure your spot. This registration ensures your team name and number and is allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.

A non-refundable deposit of £750 is required at the time of race entry to confirm your spot. If this deposit is not paid, your entry will remain pending and could be forfeited if another team completes payment before you. The remaining balance is due by May 1st, 2025. If you wish to pay in instalments, please notify us at the time of booking, and we will provide a payment schedule.

To cancel your entry without forfeiture, you must contact us in writing via email at kat@teessidekarting.co.uk within 14 days of entering. After this period, the £750 deposit is non-refundable. Cancellations made less than 90 days before the event will result in the loss of any money paid and will require payment of the remaining full entry fee.

Force Majeure

24hourkarting.co.uk is not liable for any failure or delay in the performance of its obligations under these terms and conditions if such failure or delay is caused by events beyond our reasonable control, including but not limited to extreme weather conditions, natural disasters, pandemics, government restrictions, or other emergencies. In such circumstances, we reserve the right to reschedule or cancel the event. In the event of cancellation due to force majeure, refunds will be handled on a case-by-case basis, and we cannot guarantee a full refund of the registration or entry fees.

Health and Safety Compliance

All participants are required to adhere to the health and safety guidelines provided by 24hourkarting.co.uk and the event organisers. This includes, but is not limited to, complying with any COVID-19 protocols that may be in place at the time of the event. Participants are responsible for ensuring they are fit to race and must follow all safety instructions during the event. Failure to comply with health and safety guidelines may result in disqualification from the event, with no entitlement to a refund.

GDPR Compliance

By creating an account and registering via our online booking system, you consent to us holding personal information about you. Our online booking system, operated by Alpha Timing, is fully GDPR compliant. We will use your contact details to communicate with you regarding your entry, payments, and other race-related information. Occasionally, we may inform you of upcoming events that you might be interested in. We will never sell or share your personal information with third parties for marketing purposes. Your information will only be shared with our insurer or legal representatives if necessary, in the event of a serious accident or legal action.

Owner/Drivers - British 24-Hour Race

We are excited to welcome owner/driver entries for the British 24-hour race. This event is a unique opportunity for owner/drivers to compete in one of the most challenging endurance kart races in the UK.

Price: £1,250, which includes fuel for the entire race. Please note that tyres are not included in this price and must be purchased separately through Lucas Racing. A maximum of three sets of tyres may be used from qualifying through to the end of the 24-hour race.

Tyre Purchase: Control tyres are mandatory and must be purchased through Howard Lucas at Lucas Racing. These tyres need to be ordered and paid for in advance of the race. You can contact Howard Lucas at 07802 758495. Tyres will be distributed during a tyre draw before the race.

Testing: Testing sessions will be available at the circuit on the Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday leading up to the race. For more information, please check our Facebook page as the event approaches.

How to Enter

Entering the British 24-hour race as an owner/driver is straightforward using our online booking system. Follow the link below to create an account and complete your registration:

teessideautodrome.alphatiming.co.uk/register/series

If you already have an owner/driver account for the Teesside Sprint or BPEC, simply log in to your account, choose 'enter event,' then scroll down to the '24hr Owner 2025' section.

1. Select the British 24-hour owner/driver event.
2. Complete your team details.
3. Pay the entry fee of £1,250, which must be paid in full at the time of booking.

Important Dates:

• Entry Period: Owner/driver entries open on 1st February 2025 and close on 1st June 2025.
• Payment Deadline: Full payment must be completed by 1st July 2025.

On-the-day entries will be accepted, provided tyres have been ordered and paid for before race week, and spaces are available.

Additional Terms and Conditions for Owner/Drivers

Entry Fees: The £1,250 entry fee is non-refundable once paid. Full payment is required at the time of booking to secure your spot in the race.
 
Tyre Purchase and Usage: It is mandatory to use control tyres purchased from Lucas Racing. Only a maximum of three sets of tyres may be used from qualifying to the end of the race. Tyres must be ordered and paid for in advance, and they will be issued during a tyre draw before the race. Failure to comply with these regulations may result in disqualification.

Testing Sessions: Testing sessions are available prior to the race, but participation is optional. Testing fees are not included in the entry fee and must be arranged separately.

Late Entries: On-the-day entries are permitted only if tyre arrangements have been made in advance. However, these entries are subject to availability and the discretion of the organisers.