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Go-karting is a brilliant activity – and far to fun to be left to the kids. Whether you're hosting a birthday party, stag-do or just fancy burning some rubber, you can't go wrong with a day at the races.

London has no shortage of fantastic go-karting tracks across the city. If you're a go-karting novice, we have you covered. Fancy something more high octane? We have those, too.

Strap in for our roundup of where to go go-karting in London. If we've left anywhere out, let us know and we'll update! Safe driving – we'll see you on the tracks.

This all electric go-karting experience is just one of many activities held within the Gravity Active Entertainment in Wandsworth. This indoor track is bright by day, neon lit by night. It's Japanese street themed and features plenty of downhills for adrenaline junkies. These are high-powered karts. Plus, with bars and restaurants and other activities inside, you can make it all out adventure.

E Karting at Gravity Wandsworth, Southside, Wandsworth High Street, London SW18 4TF; Gravity

The original London kart hub, and considered to be the best in London. Capital Karts feature the fastest karts available in the London area. It's just a few minutes walk away from the Canary Wharf and West India Quay stations, making it the most accessible go kart spot in London. It's inside the Cabot Place shopping centre, and leaves you with options when you finish your high speed action.

Capital Karts Canary Wharf, 15 Cabot Square, London E14 4QS; Capital Karts

The best outdoor track within the London area. Revolution is a family run business with 20 years in the game. This is a year round spot, so you can ride no matter the weather. Do spins in the rain, or have a speed ride through the summer heat. Revolution has a 550m track just ten minutes from the Mile End Tube Station, not far from Shoreditch. This is all your childhood dreams come true.

Mile End Leisure Centre, 422-424, The Arches, Burdett Road, London E3 4AA; Revolution Karting

The biggest chain of Go Karting tracks in all of the United Kingdom, TeamSport features three epic locations within the London area for all your racing dreams. The first is their East London location in the Docklands. This features an 800m track, and a speed of 40mph per kart. Ideal place for big groups and all your bachelor party fantasies. Looking for more to do post-ride? They have a nine hole mini golf experience on site. The company has just opened their first gaming go kart experience in their Newcastle location.

TeamSport London Docklands 3 Herringham Road Charlton London SE7 8NJ; Team Sport Docklands

South London karters can head to the Team Sport track in Mitcham. A 400m track split across a mezzanine level that can host 20 cars at a time, and just got some new wheels in. They have Biz Evo3 Adult Petrol Karts, as well as Cadet (160cc) versions. Everything here is as good as it gets. Post ride, they have a bar to revel in the riding experience.

TeamSport Mitcham, Unit 18 Mitcham Industrial Estate Streatham Road Mitcham Greater London, CR4 2AP

The third TeamSport location in London is their West London, Action. This 500m track proves to be the fastest experience you can get. With an average lap time of 28 seconds. This location is the only one in London with electric karts. If you are looking for a little competition amongst friends, this is the spot to race.

TeamSport West London Unit 20, Allied Way Warple Way London W3 0RQ; Team Sport Acton

The last of the London TeamSport locations is their North London location, Edmonton. They feature an 800m track with nine corners to drive through, making it one of the most challenging courses. Fast and Furious drifting anyone? They also features a Putt Club course, so it can be a multi-activity filled evening. Start with driving, have some drinks, and then see who's left standing to putt the night away.

TeamSport North London 30 Nobel Road Edmonton London N18 3BA; Team Sport Edmonton