What happens when?
0700 Hermits Hill closed to traffic. 1100 Gates Open . 1200 Racing Starts. 1600 Racing Complete. 1900 Hermits Hill re-opens.
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What is the best viewing spot?
Anywhere along the course will give you a great view of the Karts but there are 3 main areas: Guide Dogs for the Blind Association HQ This is our pit area. Go here to see the Karts up close and chat to the teams. Once racing begins , this is a good…
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Tractor Parade
The problem with Karts is that the only go down-hill! To get them back to the top of the hill our friends at the Thames Valley branch of the National Vintage Tractor & Engine Club have come to the rescue. They will be towing all the karts back up the…
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Corporate Sponsorship
Sponsoring the Burghfield Box Kart Bash is a great way to support the local community events while promoting your business to 5,000+ attendees across Burghfield and surrounding areas. Sponsorship opportunities start from as little as £100
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Fundraising Info
The Box Kart Bash is intended to be a family fun day for the benefit of local community. It is held before the summer holidays so that it gives families and individuals a project throughout the spring and longer days, and allows schools and other groups…
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Rules and Regulations
Introduction These Rules and Regulations apply to all entries; your karts must be designed for your safety and the safety of others around you. These Rules and Regulations enable us to run the event effectively for the maximum benefit of all, so please…
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Kart Building Tips
Building your first kart is often perceived as a daunting task. Don’t panic, when all is said and done it only has to manage two (or possibly three) runs on a 800 metre course! Bearing that in mind, it also has to cope with a couple of quick(ish)…
Read MoreIs the event accessible for disabled people?
Yes. Disabled parking is on the corner of James Lane and Reading Road. We have a disabled viewing zone at Roselawn Corner right in the centre of all the action! All the toilet blocks also have accessible facilities.
Read MoreCan I bring my own chairs and picnic rugs?
There will be no spaces available on roadside, but for The Guide Dogs HQ , The Hatch, bars, food and funfair this is absolutely fine.
Read MoreCan I bring my dog?
Yes, well behaved dogs on leads are welcome. We will have water available for 4 legged friends at the bars, but please be aware that the pavements will be very crowded with thousands of people.
Read MoreCan I buy tickets on the day?
We advise you to purchase tickets in advance to ensure your space and get up to 50% discount. However, we anticipate that some tickets still be available for purchase on the day.
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What traffic restrictions will be in place?
Traffic restrictions will be in place for Sunday 21st June 7am - 7pm.
Read MoreIf Hermits Hill is closed, how do I get into Reading?
Diversion signs will be in place on the day directing you to take a detour down Clayhill Road.
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