18-19 July 2026
Adding to what promises to be a landmark weekend for Scottish karting, the event will be clerked by British Kart Championship Race Director Dan Ashton, bringing a wealth of top-level experience to the championship.
Race format
Friday Practice
Managed practice will be run on Friday. Free for GKC members and £40 day membership for non-members.
Saturday AM Practice
Practice sessions will be held Saturday morning with heats starting in the afternoon. Streaming coverage starts in the afternoon.
4 Random Grid Heats
Heats grided randomly by Alpha Timing not by entry order. Bambino sorted by timed qualifying.
Heats will be 8 mins + 1 lap for all classes apart from Bambino which will be 7 mins + 1 lap. Points scored in heats determine grid position for the final only.
Finals
Finals will be 15 mins + 1 lap for all classes apart from Bambino which will be 10 mins + 1 lap. Winner of the final wins the ‘S’ Plate.
Officials
Costs
Race Entry – £185
Race entry covers Saturday and Sunday. Friday practice is free to GKC Members who have entered the race weekend.
Friday Practice (non GKC members) – £40
To compete in the Scottish Championship you must register a number with the ASKC. If you’re not a member of an ASKC registered club we can offer you an Event Membership for £40 to cover you for the weekend.
1x Set of race tyres
One set of race tyres per competitor must be purchased during entry. No practice tyres can be purchased from GKC. OT Kart Spares will be on site, you may contact them to purchase practice tyres.
Micro Max and Inter Max have £18 added to the cost of tyres for exhaust wadding and sealing.
Complimentary event T-Shirt and listed in printed race programme
All drivers that enter will receive an event t-shirt thanks to West High Street Garage. Sizes are limited and given on a first come, first served basis. Entries must be received 2 weeks before the event to be in the programme.
GKC are excited to announce the first ever live streamed Scottish Karting event. Karting Live TV will be on site covering the event live streaming to over 8k subscribers.
The team will be conducting interviews in the paddock and commentary will be played over the tannoy trackside.
Please complete your entry form in full to help the team during their commentary.
Saturday night meals
After a day of racing, relax and catch up with fellow competitors at our Saturday evening social. Spotty Bag Shop will be serving evening meals, but booking is essential.
Meal bookings close on Wednesday 15 July. Book early to avoid disappointment.
Kids Menu (£10.95)
- Burger & Chips
- Chicken Nuggets & Chips
- Macaroni & Cheese
Adult Menu (£15.95)
- Chicken Curry with Rice or Chips
- Lasagna with Garlic Bread
- Beef Steak Pie
- Macaroni & Cheese
Eyes on the prize!
Grampian Kart Club has partnered with local businesses to create a unique set of bespoke awards for the top three finishers in each class, along with the top novice. The trophies were conceived and designed by K.Smart Design, precision-manufactured from galvanised steel by Addison Graphics, and professionally powder coated by Rolco Powder Coating, showcasing the quality and craftsmanship of local suppliers.
Thanks to the support of our class sponsors, every class will also feature a drivers’ raffle, giving competitors the chance to win a fantastic selection of prizes.
What do you need to enter?
The Scottish Karting Championship is a Motorsport UK event and will require the competitor to have a Interclub Kart Race licence and for under 16s the parent or guardian a PG licence. Grampian Kart Club is offering our members half price ARKS tests, it’s simple and quick to get on the grid.
- Purchase a starter pack from Motorsport UK which includes your first years licence fee. (£78)
- Arrange an ARKS test with Martin Towler, this includes a multiple choice test on flags and safety gear. You will also complete some laps on track to demonstrate your competency. (£25)
- You’re now eligble to compete at Motorsport UK events!
To compete at the Scottish you must register a number with the ASKC. If you are not a member of an ASKC registered club, GKC can offer you an Event Membership to allow you to compete in the event. The fee for this will be £40 and can be purchased in our Alpha Timing shop.
Principal Sponsor
Crest Glazing
T-shirt Sponsor
West high street garage
Celebrating 40 years in business, West High Street Garage (WHSG) in Inverurie delivers dealership-quality service without the dealership price tag. From cars and vans to motorhomes, WHSG offers MOTs, servicing, brakes, exhausts, diagnostics and key programming. Plus, with a large fleet of complimentary courtesy cars, we’ll keep you moving while your vehicle is in the workshop.
Cadet sponsor
Ewens of Cornhill
Our family run business has been operating in Cornhill for over 80 years. Situated in Banffshire, Scotland, we are the main Honda Franchise dealer in the area. We hold a large stock of new and used cars and have many other makes and models in addition to the Honda range.
Although specialists in Honda we have the skills and expertise to carry out servicing and repairs to most makes and models of Cars, 4x4s and LCVs.
At Ewens Honda we are proud to be winners of the prestigious Yushu Honda award for customer satisfaction and excellence for cars sales and aftersales in both 2024 and 2025.
Inter Sponsor
Rolco powder coating
Based in Fraserburgh, Rolco Powder Coating is a family-run business specialising in high-quality powder coating and professional alloy wheel refurbishment. Renowned for exceptional craftsmanship and attention to detail, the team restores alloy wheels to a durable, factory-quality finish while also providing powder coating services for a wide range of automotive, industrial and bespoke projects. Rolco is also proud to have finished this year’s event trophies, applying the premium powder-coated finish that gives each award its distinctive appearance. Their expertise ensures every trophy is as durable as it is deserving of its recipient.
Junior Sponsor
Motive Offshore
We understand it can be a difficult and time-intensive process sourcing the right equipment and personnel for efficient project delivery.
We bring time and cost-efficiencies by simplifying the buying process.
Motive supply every aspect you need; from equipment design and build, to inspection and testing, through to equipment mobilisation and operation, we offer all the ‘tools’ necessary to complete your project successfully and on time, along with a friendly, knowledgable team 100% invested in delivering your solution.
KZ2 (Gearbox)
2 forge race wheels
2Forge is a UK-based alloy wheel manufacturer specialising in performance-focused wheels for road and track use. Each wheel is built to order and engineered with a focus on strength, weight reduction, and precise vehicle fitment.
Bambino Sponsor
Mermazing Swimming
Mermazing Swimming® Limited teaches babies, children, and adults to splash, smile, and swim with confidence using The Mermazing Method™. Proud to sponsor the Bambinos – and always ready to welcome new swimmers.
Senior 162 Sponsor
Sutherlands
Sutherlands Services provides professional resin flooring, abrasive blasting, industrial and marine painting, protective coatings, and surface preparation services. Working with both commercial and domestic customers, we deliver high-quality workmanship, reliable service, and long-lasting results.
From large industrial facilities and marine vessels to residential properties, our experienced team is committed to completing every project safely, efficiently, and to the highest standard. Based in Scotland, we undertake projects throughout the UK and worldwide, providing specialist services wherever our clients need us.
Media sponsor
K.Smart Design
Keiran Smart provides all the design, marketing and communication services for Grampian Kart Club.
Developing a brand for the Scottish Karting Championship and executing across all channels. Creating bespoke awards working with local suppliers Addison Graphics and Rolco Powder Coating.
Services include branding, design, digital, websites and full marketing support for your business.
Trophy Sponsor
Addison Graphics
We currently supply design solutions to agricultural, oil & gas, whisky, commercial, engineering companies and retail industries, and have the facilities to design, produce and install our products such as shop signs, general signs, vehicle liveries (vehicle sign writing), digital prints for point of sale or promotional items such as banners.
We also have an in house CNC Plasma machine for cutting and profiling steel, meaning we can profile steel from 3 mm upto 55 mm for a wide range of applications. To find out more visit the Engraving and Profiling Page.
GKC work with Addison Graphics to manufacture our bespoke trophies including the Scottish Championship awards.
Sponsorship Opportunities
Grampian Kart Club have a range of fantastic partnership opportunities available for businesses of all sizes to get involved and showcase their brand at the first ever live-streamed Scottish Karting Championships.
From class sponsorship packages through to live stream advertising and event branding opportunities, there are plenty of ways to put your business in front of competitors, teams, spectators and viewers watching across the UK.
To find out more and discuss the available opportunities, get in touch with the team today.
Bambino and Senior sponsorship still available.
Rules & Regulations
A key regulation that Grampian Kart Club will be implementing for the Scottish Championship is that one mandatory set of race tyres must be purchased directly through the club. Tyres will be sold at the same price the club purchases them for, with no profit being made from the transaction.
This process is being introduced in the interests of fairness and parity across the grid. Tyres will be allocated randomly on Saturday morning and scanned into the event system by the scrutineering team upon issue.
Facilities
Camping is available to anyone who would like to stay on site. The club has electric hook-up points available at £12 per 24 hour period.
The clubhouse will be open throughout the weekend with access to toilets and showers.
Social
The club’s catering provider will be offering a 2 course menu on the Saturday night in the clubhouse. Meals will need to be pre-booked – this will be managed via Alpha Timing shop.
The clubhouse will be available Friday and Saturday evening for those staying on site.
FIA light panels
GKC has recently invested in the same info display boards and marshal flag panels as the new Silverstone Kart Circuit. These will be in operation for the Scottish Championship adding to the overall experience.