The Burghfield Box Kart Bash returns

Get ready for thrills, spills, and high-speed hilarity as the Burghfield Box Kart Bash returns.

On Sunday, June 22, gravity-powered racers of all shapes and sizes will once again hurtle down the Auclum Hill Climb slope in a celebration of community, creativity…and controlled chaos.

The event pays tribute to the original Auclum Hill Climb, which began in the 1930s on a private drive near Burghfield Common.

This stretch of tarmac became a staple of British motorsport through the 1950s and 60s, drawing huge crowds and cars from across the country.

It hosted everything from modified saloons to sleek single-seaters, earning a place in the annals of motorsport history for its technical challenge and competitive spirit.

First launched in 2017, the Box Kart Bash was created by the Burghfield Santas to bring racing back to its historic roots - with a distinctly fun, family-friendly twist.

By transforming a stretch of Reading Road into a thrilling box kart course, they’ve reimagined the hill climb for a new generation of racers, designers, spectators, and supporters.

The Burghfield Santas are the volunteer group behind popular local events including Burghfest and the Burghfield Santa Cruise.

Over the past 20 years, their events have raised more than £350,000 for Thames Valley Air Ambulance and other local causes - and the Box Kart Bash is no exception, delivering high-octane entertainment with a charitable heart.

Expect handcrafted karts, wild designs, wacky costumes, and fierce-but-friendly competition, all in support of great local causes.

Event highlights Include:

* dozens of box karts racing to become Box Kart Champion

* a range of street food vendors and three bars along the course

* entertainment throughout the day

* live commentary and a buzzing festival atmosphere

Racing starts at 12pm with a podium ceremony between 4pm and 5pm.

For more information, early bird tickets, kart entries, sponsorship or volunteering opportunities, visit: https://boxkart.org.uk

The Box Kart Bash isn’t just for racers - organisers say it’s a brilliant opportunity for local residents to be part of one of the biggest community events of the year.