Fulbeck with Brad Philpot

Brad Philpot comes out on top during the first test of the GX-UK 2024 season.

Fulbeck Kart Circuit

Stragglethorpe Ln.

Grantham

NG32 3JE

Fulbeck Track Guide

Fast footage

This is an in-depth guide to the intricacies of the Fulbeck Circuit, carefully pointing out the key parts of the track you should be using and avoiding, along with some general advice to help fast-track your progression to the best laptimes.

Date: Jan, 2024
Conditions: Dry
Type of video: Hot lap with slow motion voice over
Best lap: 56.99 - P1
Camera: GoPro Hero 11 Black Mini 4k Ultra

Driver notes

Best overtaking spot:
Into the two hairpins.

Pro tips:
Avoid the large pothole / bump on the exit of Bus Stop 1. Use a large amount of kerb in almost every corner. Focus on corner late braking but also good corner exits.

Inside track

Fulbeck Kart Circuit, home to Fulbeck Karting, is a gem in the heart of Lincolnshire. Originally a racing ground for home-built machines around an aircraft hanger at RAF Fulbeck, it has evolved into a 930-metre long circuit, boasting long straights interjected with hairpins and bus stop chicanes.

To get there, you drive down a long, poorly maintained access road with car-wrecking potholes (a bumpy ride in the van!). The cafe is only open at very specific hours.

Track surface is in very poor condition with some large rough patches craters. It’s good value for money, but don't expect anything fancy at all!

About the karts
GX-UK Karts are an affordable owner-driver series using two-stroke style chassis and sealed Honda GX engines. See my OTK / Tony Kart build here.

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