Young racers take the wheel at Portsmouth’s Full Send Racing Lounge
A Portsmouth racing venue is offering a new kind of party experience for young motorsport fans, swapping traditional birthday activities for high-speed competition on professional racing simulators.
Full Send Racing Lounge, based at Gunwharf Quays, has launched Junior Racing Parties aimed at children aged 10 to 17, giving them the chance to experience the thrill of racing in a safe, controlled environment.
Each session runs for one hour and 15 minutes and accommodates up to eight participants, allowing young drivers to practice, compete and improve their lap times as they race against friends.
The experience is designed to mirror real motorsport, building towards a final result and a podium celebration. At the end of each session, the top three drivers are awarded medals, adding a competitive edge to the event.
Organisers say the format offers something different for families looking for an alternative to more traditional parties, combining gaming, sport and social interaction in one experience.
Two adults can also join in the racing, making it a shared activity rather than one just for children.
Priced at £48 per person, the sessions are designed to be both structured and accessible, whether participants are complete beginners or already keen racing fans.
With demand for experience-led activities continuing to grow, the venue hopes the junior parties will appeal to families looking for something memorable, and a little out of the ordinary, for celebrations and group events. You can book at Junior Sim Racing Parties | Full Send Racing Lounge