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Go karting in Hampshire
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Race head-to-head at Hampshire's leading kart tracks.
Hampshire is a major hub for motorsport, and its karting scene is dominated by one of the most famous names in British racing: Thruxton. While the county boasts a trio of modern indoor tracks serving its major cities, the outdoor circuit near Andover remains the undisputed heavyweight champion for speed and scale.
If you are looking for the ultimate outdoor experience, Thruxton Kart Centre is the place to be. Located adjacent to the UK's fastest race circuit, this venue reflects its big brother's reputation. It features a 1,100m "Full Circuit" that is fast, wide, and demanding. Unlike many leisure tracks, Thruxton runs a fleet of 13bhp "Thunderkarts" capable of 60mph, offering a visceral petrol-powered experience that is rare in the rental market.
For indoor racing, the county has seen a major shift towards technology. TeamSport operates three venues in Hampshire—Southampton (Eastleigh), Gosport (Portsmouth), and Farnborough—and all three have been upgraded to electric karts.
TeamSport Southampton (Eastleigh) and TeamSport Farnborough feature multi-level layouts that are perfect for the instant torque of the new "EcoVolt" electric fleets. Meanwhile, TeamSport Gosport serves the Portsmouth area with a 450m track known for its "Donington Bridge" flyover section. While traditionalists might miss the noise of petrol indoors, these electric tracks offer cleaner air and significantly faster acceleration off the line.
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Forest Edge Kart Club
Barton Stacey, Hampshire
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Thruxton Kart Centre
Andover, Hampshire
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TeamSport Farnborough
Farnborough, Hampshire
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TeamSport Gosport
Gosport, Hampshire
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TeamSport Southampton
Eastleigh, Hampshire
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Go karting in Hampshire - FAQs
Below are answers to common questions about karting in Hampshire, covering the difference between Thruxton and the local indoor tracks.
Thruxton Kart Centre is a dedicated separate facility located right next to the main Thruxton Motorsport Circuit near Andover. It is a purpose-built outdoor kart track that uses high-performance petrol karts, offering a similar "high speed" philosophy to the main track.
All three major TeamSport venues in Hampshire (Southampton, Gosport, and Farnborough) now operate electric karts. This provides a fume-free indoor environment and karts that are often faster off the line than the older petrol models.
Yes, TeamSport Gosport is the primary track for the Portsmouth area. It is located just across the harbour in Fareham Reach and features a multi-level indoor circuit.
The historic Matchams Karting track has closed and relocated/rebranded as South Coast Karting at Chapel Gate (near Bournemouth Airport). While technically just across the border in Dorset, it remains the closest outdoor alternative for residents of the New Forest and Ringwood.
The adult "Thunderkarts" at Thruxton are some of the fastest rental karts in the country, powered by 390cc engines and capable of speeds in excess of 60mph on the long outdoor straights.