GYG Championship

We provide the kart you do the racing

Arrival time

We require you to be here for 12pm to enable time for weigh in, briefing and changing the entire event will start at 1pm but there will be a running order for the three different classes. Please note you must weigh yourself fully kitted or add at least 2kg to your weight without kit so you enter the right class(senior championship only for weight).

If anyone requires Arrive & Drive prior to the Championship starting that day you must book these online to help our reception team thank you.

Your 2024 GYG Champions

LIGHTWEIGHT        Aeddan Senior

MIDDLEWEIGHT     Kurt Roberts

The Championship Explained

Challenge your inner Champion.

The GYG Championship has been running since 2017 and has become a very challenging grid. Featuring the top fastest GYG drivers. This popular monthly event, is a great way to learn new racing techniques and meet new racing buddies. 

We hold three classes, a New Junior Class, lightweight and middleweight class. Challenge your self to thrilling race events throughout the year. Just do a few if you cannot make them all. 6 rounds count towards your championship points(senior championship) 3 rounds for the junior championship.

This year 2025 sees the start of our new Junior GYG Championship (14yrs-16yrs), taking part over 3 rounds it will be a great little championship with enthusiastic and  competitive young drivers

Trophies for top 3 drivers in each weight class on the day, and a championship presentation at the final round with champion plates and trophies awarded to top 3 drivers in the championship.

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Latest News

Round 1

Juniors

Qualifying –  Lewis Tracey took the first pole of the season with a 55.576. Will Lloyd a very close second only .080 behind, and Zac Rodgers in 3rd with a 56.429

Heat 1 – Lewis Tracey exerting his qualifying pace with a win. 

Heat 2 – an incredible drive in the reverse grid from Lewis Tracey yet again working his way to the front to take the Heat 2 win

Final – a lights to flag victory for Lewis Tracey 

LightWeight

Qualifying- Kurt Roberts setting the pace with a quick 55.581 to claiming pole

Heat 1 – After a close battle with Jake Williams, Kurt Roberts emerged triumphant taking the win

Heat 2 – The reverse grid always provides a change in results this time Tom Haywood taking the Victory

Final – An intese bumper to bumper battle yet again between Jake Williams and Kurt Roberts was a great watch. Kurt Roberts eventually taking the Final win.

Driver of the Day went to  – Sion Caffell 

Middleweight

Qualifying- Long time Championship contender Simon Lloyd showing us his pace to claim Pole.

Heat 1 – Simon Lloyd controlling the field in Heat 1 to take the win

heat 2 – filled with penalties and fierce battles saw local Euros Jones Claim a win

Final – A true display of calmess as Simon Consistently built a gap out front to win the middleweight Final.

Juniors

1st Lewis Tracey 100 pts

2nd Will Lloyd 93 pts

3rd Dan Griffin 87 pts

Championship standings Lightweight

1st Tom Haywood 269 pts

2nd Kurt Roberts 267 pts

3rd Jake Williams 267 pts

4th Aeddan Senior 250 pts

5th Josh Charters 242 pts

Championship standings Middleweight

1st Rob Morgan 265 pts

2nd Simon Lloyd 258 pts

3rd Euros Jones 255 pts

4th Peter Mason 248 pts

5th Aled Davies 233 pts

 

For full race results and championship standings visit the Alpha Timing Website

 

BOOK ONLINE

£80 per driver. To secure your spot, please check availability and book your karting online.

Classes

  • Lightweight ClassMaximum weight limit is 80Kg. This will include race suit, crash helmet, gloves and boots.
  • Middleweight ClassMinimum weight limit is 80Kg. This will include race suit, crash helmet, gloves and boots.
  • Junior ClassNew for 2025 is our junior class for ages 14-16yrs. No weight category.

Karting Event Details

  • No experience required
  • No registration fee
  • 16 years plus
  • 1100m British Championship approved circuit by Motorsport UK
  • Non restricted, race tuned engine, Honda 270 Sport Kart

Championship Points

Heat Positions – 1st 25 pts,  2nd 23 pts, 3rd 21 pts, reducing by 1 point.

Final Positions – 1st 50pts, 2nd 47 pts, 3rd 45 pts, reducing by 1 point.

The best 6 out of the 7 rounds will count towards your Championship standing.

Karting Event Includes

  • Racing Suit & Helmet
  • Safety Briefing
  • Kart Familiarisation
  • Live Lap Times
  • Individual Lap Times
  • Podium Finish
  • Trophies to 1st, 2nd & 3rd
  • Bubbly presented to Winner
  • Results

Racing Format

  • Junior ChampionshipQualifying Session & Heat One
  • Lightweight ClassQualifying Session & Heat One
  • Middleweight ClassQualifying Session & Heat One
  • Junior ChampionshipHeat Two & Grand Final
  • Lightweight ClassHeat Two & Grand Final
  • Middleweight ClassHeat Two & Grand Final

Driver Info

Availability and bookings

You can check all availability on our online calendar and confirm your booking online.

Frequently Asked Questions

View our Frequently Asked Questions Page to ensure you are race ready.

Suitable for all levels

No experience required. Karting is suitable for all levels whether you are a beginner, an expert, enjoy a thrilling experience, fancy some competition or you just want to have fun!

Suitable in all weathers

We are open all year around. Karting is suitable in all weather conditions. Dry or wet suits will be provided for your karting event.
If the weather is torrential we recommend you bring a change of clothes for after your experience, we also have hot showers available should you wish to use them.

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