
F1 Karting operates in Hastings, East Sussex, on the south-east English coast, 100 km south-east of London and 35 km east of Brighton. The site stands as a local karting venue for drivers from Hastings, Bexhill, Battle, and the surrounding East Sussex coastline.
Karting open to amateur drivers and local groups, with a safety briefing and supervision throughout the session. Short-format sessions suit birthday bookings, stag and hen parties, and corporate team-building. The site serves a wide tourist catchment across the south-east coast, busy in summer with visitors to the beaches and the 1066 Country historic sites. Bookings through local channels.
Hastings stands at the heart of the 1066 narrative (William the Conqueror's victory over Harold II). Battle Abbey 1066 lies 10 km north-west (the battlefield itself, with the abbey founded by William as a memorial). Hastings Castle Norman ruins 1067 on West Hill. Hastings Old Town gathers the Net Shops (the historic black fishermen's huts) and The Stade beach. Hastings Pier 1872, rebuilt 2016 to a Stirling Prize design. Bexhill-on-Sea with the De La Warr Pavilion 1935 modernist landmark. Rye Cinque Ports walled medieval town 20 km east. South Downs National Park 2010 25 km north-west. Beachy Head and the Seven Sisters 30 km west. 1066 Country trail. Eastbourne Victorian seaside town 25 km west.
Source: Not specified • Verified on 9 April 2026
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Prices for F1 Karting aren't listed on Kart-Map yet. To get them, call the circuit directly at +44 7958 408053 or check their official website.
F1 Karting is an outdoor circuit in Hastings. More speed on generally longer layouts, but the weather plays a part: best avoided in heavy rain or frost.
At F1 Karting, bookings go through the phone at +44 7958 408053. Recommended especially on weekends and during school holidays. Weekday daytimes, you can often turn up without booking.
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Kids' sessions at F1 Karting aren't explicitly listed on Kart-Map. To confirm whether your child can drive, call the circuit directly at +44 7958 408053.
The minimum age at F1 Karting isn't stated on Kart-Map yet. Most European circuits accept drivers from 7 to 10 years old depending on the kart type. Call the circuit at +44 7958 408053 to confirm.
The equipment provided at F1 Karting isn't detailed on Kart-Map yet. Most circuits lend at least a helmet, disposable head sock and race suit. Call the circuit at +44 7958 408053 for the exact list. Either way: come in closed shoes.
To check access and parking conditions at F1 Karting, call the circuit directly at +44 7958 408053.