Go Karts In Action (1959)

Biggin Hill, Kent. M/S men discussing and looking at go-kart / go-cart engines. Various shots of drivers going round the outdoor test track negotiating a track and going in and out of lots of small bollards. Some good shots taken from a go kart of the drivers behind - coming towards camera, probably going at about 45 mph. Clacton, Essex. People in white driving overalls at start of race, fixing helmets, before getting into smaller karts which only go a maximum of 30 mph. Flag is waved for the 'off'. Various shots of the race and the holiday makers and spectators watching and some shots of people waving. Note: See out takes on PM0097 CP 255 Cuts . FILM ID:97.27 FOR LICENSING ENQUIRIES VISIT http://www.britishpathe.com/