Go Karting in Crawley

Go Karting in Crawley: The Complete Guide

Crawley sits in one of the South East's better-served karting areas, with five venues within 25 miles covering indoor electric, indoor petrol and outdoor petrol options. The area's good motorway connections (M23, M25) make it accessible for groups travelling from across Sussex, Surrey and south London.

Tracks in and around Crawley

• TeamSport Crawley — 750m three-floor circuit near Gatwick.
• Daytona Sandown Park — 900m track at Sandown Park.
• TeamSport Brighton — 450m circuit with banked flyover.
• TeamSport Mitcham — 800m multi-level circuit in South London.
• Gravity Wandsworth — Electric karting in Wandsworth Southside.

Indoor or Outdoor?

There are 4 indoor venues and 1 outdoor circuit within 25 miles of Crawley. Indoor venues run year-round regardless of weather and are ideal for first-timers, birthday parties and corporate groups. Outdoor circuits offer longer tracks and a more traditional motorsport experience.

Electric or Petrol Karts?

Of the 5 venues near Crawley, 4 run electric karts and 1 uses petrol. Electric karts are quieter, eco-friendly and require no helmet fumigation — they are the modern standard at most urban venues. Petrol karts deliver the authentic motorsport sound and smell that many enthusiasts prefer, and tend to be found at outdoor circuits.

Booking Tips

• Book in advance — popular weekend and evening slots fill up days ahead
• Arrive 15 minutes early — safety briefings are mandatory and latecomers may miss their session
• Wear comfortable, close-fitting clothes — race suits are provided at most venues
• Closed-toe shoes are required at every track — no sandals or open-toed footwear
• Check minimum age and height requirements before booking, especially for younger visitors