Welcome to BattleKart Gateshead – The North East’s Ultimate Augmented Reality Go-Karting Experience!
Looking for an unforgettable racing experience in the North East? Welcome to BattleKart Gateshead, Newcastle’s best augmented reality go-karting experience! Located in the heart of the North East, just opposite the Metrocentre in Newcastle, our venue combines the thrill of electric karting with immersive video game-style racing, creating an unforgettable adventure for both adults and children.
At BattleKart Gateshead, we’ve taken traditional indoor go-karting to the next level. Instead of a static track, our karts race on a fully interactive digital circuit, projected onto the floor with real-time augmented reality effects. Players can collect power-ups, deploy weapons, and battle it out in different game modes, making every race unique!
Located just opposite the Metrocentre, BattleKart Gateshead is easy to reach by public transport, car, or bike. We are only a 10 minute drive from Newcastle city centre, 25 minutes from Durham, and 25 minutes from Sunderland. We are a 10 minute drive from Newcastle International Airport. We have 76 free on-site parking spaces.
Looking for an exciting and unique venue for your next group event in Newcastle and the North East? BattleKart Gateshead offers a one-of-a-kind augmented reality go-karting experience, perfect for group bookings, corporate events, and private parties.
Secure your spot for an unforgettable experience at BattleKart Gateshead. Contact us at info@gateshead.battlekart.com to learn more about our group packages and availability.
Spaces fill up quickly, so book now to avoid disappointment!
We welcome all ages! However, we do have a minimum height requirement of 1.45m in order to safely drive the karts.
Unfortunately we do not have a lift to get upstairs to our reception and bar/cafe at the moment. We do have space downstairs to store prams/wheelchairs. We acknowledge the inconvenience this may cause, and apologise for it. We are hoping to address this in the future. If you have any accessibility questions please feel free to get in touch with us.
We have twelve karts that can play at the same time. You do not need to book all twelve of these places, we will fill them up with other customers. However if you would prefer a private game, you are welcome to book all twelve of these places yourself.
No, we only have single-seater karts, which is why a minimum height of 1.45 m is required to be able to drive a kart safely on your own.
BattleKart have developed an anti-collision system that takes control of your kart and brakes when necessary to avoid accidents. This system avoids most collisions (therefore helmets are not required), however it is not an absolute guarantee. Therefore we ask our riders to drive sensibly.
We do accept walk-ins, but we would always recommend pre-booking in order to avoid disappointment.
You’re not sitting in front of a screen – the kart is really moving and you’re really driving it at full throttle in a hall plunged into semi-darkness. You accelerate, you brake, and you handle the steering wheel. And use the bonuses by pressing the buttons on the steering wheel at the right moment.
No, players don’t need VR glasses! The projection of game modes and circuits on the floor of the hall are very bright and well detailed.
We accept both cash and card payments.
Absolutely! We have two party packages – one for under-18’s and one for adults. We have two private-hire rooms that are perfect for your celebration, and our packages include food and drink options. Please contact us at info@gateshead.battlekart.com for full information.
Yes! Infact we are the perfect venue for stag dos or hen parties! Please contact us at info@gateshead.battlekart.com for more information on group packages.
Yes! We are the perfect place for your next corporate or team-building event! Please contact us at info@gateshead.battlekart.com for more information on our available packages.
We are located just opposite the Metrocentre! We are easy to reach by public transport, car, or bike. We are only a 10 minute drive from Newcastle city centre, 25 minutes from Durham, and 25 minutes from Sunderland. We are a 10 minute drive from Newcastle International Airport. We are easily reached by various public transport links.
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Yes, we have 76 free on-site car parking spaces.
