British 24 Hour – Teesside, UK | 7–9 August 2026
The World’s Biggest Kart Race
The British 24 Hour is the crown jewel of the 24-Hour Karting Championship — and the biggest kart race in the world.
Held annually at Teesside Autodrome, the home of endurance karting, this race attracts over 80 teams from across Europe for a weekend of non-stop racing, live coverage, and an atmosphere like no other.
In 2026, the event once again hosts both Hire Kart and Owner Driver classes, running side by side on the same grid for a full 24 hours of wheel-to-wheel racing. Whether you’re chasing class glory or simply racing for the experience, the British 24 Hour remains the ultimate test of consistency, teamwork, and endurance.
The Circuit
Located in Middlesbrough, North East England, Teesside Autodrome is the spiritual home of endurance karting and the birthplace of the 24-hour format that inspired similar events across Europe.
Length: 1.4 km International layout
Surface: High-grip tarmac with a mix of fast straights and technical infield sections
Facilities: Full floodlighting for night racing, live-streaming tower, on-site café, garages, and dedicated paddock space
Legacy: Home of the British 24 Hour since 2003
The combination of long, sweeping sections and tight hairpins challenges drivers at every stint — while changing track temperatures, overnight dew, and traffic management across classes create a true endurance puzzle.
The Event
Dates: 7–9 August 2026
Duration: 24 hours
Classes: Hire Kart Teams | Owner Driver Teams
Timing: Managed by Alpha Timing with live data throughout the race
Coverage: Full weekend broadcast and highlights by TSK Motorsports Media
Support: Teesside Mech Team providing technical and trackside assistance
From Friday practice and qualifying to the traditional Saturday noon start, the atmosphere builds throughout the weekend — with fans, families, and teams filling the venue to watch the action unfold under the floodlights.
What Makes the British 24 Hour Unique
The Biggest Grid in the World – 80 + karts across multiple classes.
Mixed Format – Hire and Owner Drivers sharing one grid, one race, one winner’s podium.
Professional Standards – Live timing, commentary, broadcast, and scrutineering on par with international events.
Unmatched Atmosphere – The crowd, the lights, the noise — the British 24 Hour is a motorsport festival.
Home Advantage – Run by Teesside Motorsports, the team that pioneered 24-hour karting in the UK.
Entry Information
Register your team (£175) to secure your number and name for 2026.
Only registered teams receive Black Friday 2025 entry discounts.
Entries open on Black Friday 2025 – spaces usually sell out the same day.
Multi-team and multi-event discounts available.
The Heart of Endurance Karting
More than just a race, the British 24 Hour is a celebration of everything endurance karting represents — skill, reliability, strategy, and pure determination.
Whether you’re defending a title or taking on the challenge for the first time, there’s no better place to prove yourself.
British 24 Hour – Teesside Autodrome – 7–9 August 2026.
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