Historic karting circuit that launched Lewis Hamilton and Lando Norris’s careers could be forced to close

A historic Dorset karting circuit, which has been used by British F1 champions during their early careers, is under threat of closure amid redevelopment plans. The track is where Lewis Hamilton claimed his maiden victory, Jenson Button honed his skills, and current world champion Lando Norris first took to the track aged seven. The owner of Clay Pigeon Raceway near Dorchester has submitted plans to transform the site into an upmarket holiday resort, a proposal that would see the renowned 815

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Historic karting circuit that launched Lewis Hamilton and Lando Norris’s careers could be forced to close

A historic Dorset karting circuit, which has been used by British F1 champions during their early careers, is under threat of closure amid redevelopment plans. The track is where Lewis Hamilton claimed his maiden victory, Jenson Button honed his skills, and current world champion Lando Norris first took to the track aged seven. The owner of Clay Pigeon Raceway near Dorchester has submitted plans to transform the site into an upmarket holiday resort, a proposal that would see the renowned 815

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