# JDR Karting, Gloucester — Opening Hours, Reviews & Visitor Info > Little speedsters from age 4 upwards can get behind the wheel at this exciting karting venue, perfect for giving children their first taste of driving in a safe, supervised environment. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/gloucester/attractions/jdr-karting (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. Go-karting venue # JDR Karting Unit 5 Madleaze Industrial Estate, Bristol Road [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=3777035547558058635&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Photo: [JDR Karting](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/100610908259953202361) **In short:** JDR Karting is a go-karting venue in Gloucester, rated 4.2 out of 5 from 767 Google reviews. Details checked 1 September 2026 · source: Google Places ## About JDR Karting Little speedsters from age 4 upwards can get behind the wheel at this exciting karting venue, perfect for giving children their first taste of driving in a safe, supervised environment. ## What's nearby - Morelands Trading Estate next door - Hetty's Kitchen next door - Yip Shing Ltd next door - Home Bargains next door - Gloucester Quays 250m away Distances as the crow flies, via Google ## Good to know ### Parking - ✓Free car park - ✓Free street ### Accessibility - ✓Accessible parking ### Payment - ✓Credit cards - ✓Debit cards - ✓Contactless Details via Google — worth confirming with the attraction before you travel, especially for access needs. ## Photos Photos via Google ## Opening hours **Monday** Closed **Tuesday** Closed **Wednesday** 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM **Thursday** 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM **Friday** 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM **Saturday** 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM **Sunday** 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM Current hours may differ from the usual schedule above (e.g. holidays) — check Google Maps for today's hours. ## What visitors say [Daniel Walker](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/109373523292147646401/reviews) ★★★★★ Went for an 8th birthday party, staff were friendly and approachable. There are lots of activities to try, I expect you could make a day trip out of it. Well appointed cafe with amusements, plus laser tag, axe throwing, archery, and a range of karts for all ages. The party was well organised and flowed well, the food was ready when it needed to be and was well cooked. The kids were all kitted out with fire suits (though the karts used were battery, there are petrol karts for older karters), helmets and gloves. They all had adequate tuition before they were allowed to go on track followed by a simple controls check before being given free reign. Brilliant layout with a banked corner and a banked hairpin. The track layout also goes under a spectator gantry for an added element of excitement. The spectator area is on two floors and allows you to get some great photos of the action. · via Google [Helen Coombs](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/103921174057906090740/reviews) ★★★★★ We’ve been coming to JDR regularly for a while now, but managed to check out the new mini golf recently, and thoroughly enjoyed it. The holes are so different to any other course we’ve tried and as always, the staff are all welcoming, friendly and keen to help. Shout out to Harry as he’s so supportive of our karting mad son. · via Google [Yuliya Dankova](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/116180753920257728187/reviews) ★★★★★ My son and his friends had much fun at the karting ring during January Exeat weekend. The karting team is serious for making instructions and keeping order in the track. The reception team is attentive and helpful. It is easy to book online · via Google [Becky S](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/108798958576530331150/reviews) ★★★★★ This place is fantastic. Today was our second visit and one of my kids had an attack of the nerves and couldn't do his first run. He soon recovered and luckily we'd booked 3 goes so he still got a decent amount of time on the track. The staff were so helpful and supportive and didn't put any pressure him, plus at the end they presented us with a voucher for the turn he didn't get to take. This was really unexpected and such a lovely touch. We will be back! · via Google [See all reviews on Google →](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m4!3m3!1s0x4871071dc62f0d37:0x346ab9d1a4389a8b!9m1!1b1?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Visitors consistently praise this activity center for its exciting go-karting featuring fast karts and a well-designed track, along with fun mini-golf, laser tag, and axe throwing. They also highlight the friendly, professional, and helpful staff, reasonable prices, and well-organized events. Some reviews mention the track can be poorly maintained. Summary via Google ## At a glance **Address** Unit 5, Bristol Road, Gloucester, GL1 5SG [Get directions](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=51.8566527%2C-2.2520165) **Category** Go Karting & Driving Experiences **Guest rating** 4.2 / 5 (767 reviews) **Suitable for** Ages 4+ **Setting** Indoor **Good for children** Yes **Toilets on site** Yes **Destination** Gloucester [More attractions in Gloucester](https://staycation.co.uk/gloucester/attractions) ★ 4.2 (767 reviews) [Visit official website](https://www.jdrkarting.co.uk/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=attraction) [01452 311211](tel:01452311211) (please mention staycation.co.uk when calling) ### Quick Facts **Destination** Gloucester **Postcode** GL1 5SG **Payment** Cards, Contactless **Plus Code** 9C3VVP4X+M5 [Directions ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/dir//''/data=!4m7!4m6!1m1!4e2!1m2!1m1!1s0x4871071dc62f0d37:0x346ab9d1a4389a8b!3e0?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) [More photos on Google ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m3!3m2!1s0x4871071dc62f0d37:0x346ab9d1a4389a8b!10e5?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) [Write a review ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m3!3m2!1s0x4871071dc62f0d37:0x346ab9d1a4389a8b!12e1?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) ### 🏨 Places to stay near Gloucester Hotels, B&Bs and self-catering on Booking.com, with live prices. 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Google does not list a wheelchair-accessible entrance at JDR Karting. ### Is there parking at JDR Karting? Yes: free car park and free street parking. ### How do I contact JDR Karting? 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