Battlekart – Gateshead
BattleKart Gateshead
Pelaw, Gateshead | NE10 0XG | Tyne and Wear
Now, if you’re looking for something high-octane and totally different, this is it. Imagine a real-life version of a karting video game. You aren’t just racing on a track; the “track” and the “power-ups” are projected onto the floor using augmented reality. You can fire “virtual rockets” at your friends to slow them down or drop “oil spills” to make them skid.
It is brilliant fun for a group of friends or families with older kids. Because it’s all electric, there’s no smell of petrol or deafening engine noise, just pure competitive chaos.
Important Bits: There is a height restriction (usually 1.45m) to make sure drivers can reach the pedals safely. It’s an indoor activity, so it’s a perfect “plan B” for when the North East weather turns. It’s not the cheapest hour you’ll spend, but for the “wow” factor, most people say it’s well worth it. There’s a bar and lounge area to watch others race while you wait.