Go Karting in Nottingham

Go Karting in Nottingham: The Complete Guide

Nottingham is well served for go karting across a range of styles and abilities. TeamSport's city circuit delivers quick, accessible indoor sessions, while PF International and Fulbeck Kart Circuit near Grantham offer championship-standard outdoor racing for more serious drivers. Nottingham Raceway and TeamSport Leicester provide further options to the south.

Tracks in and around Nottingham

• TeamSport Nottingham — 750m track with flyovers and 45mph straights.
• Nottingham Raceway — 500m circuit in central Midlands.
• TeamSport Leicester — 500m petrol karting in Leicester.
• PF International (PFI) — UK's largest outdoor karting circuit at 1382m.
• Fulbeck Kart Circuit — Technical 930m circuit with RAF heritage in Lincolnshire.

Indoor or Outdoor?

There are 2 indoor venues and 3 outdoor circuits within 25 miles of Nottingham. Indoor venues run year-round regardless of weather and suit birthday parties, stag and hen dos and corporate groups. Outdoor circuits generally offer longer tracks and a more traditional motorsport atmosphere.

Electric or Petrol Karts?

Of the 5 venues near Nottingham, 1 runs electric karts and 4 use petrol. Electric karts are the modern standard at most urban venues — quiet, fast and eco-friendly. Petrol karts deliver the authentic motorsport sound and tend to feature 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