Team Karting

The moment you walk into Team Karting, you know you're in for a proper competitive afternoon. Located near Bury, this is the sort of place that gets adrenaline junkies and families alike grinning from ear to ear before they've even climbed into a kart.

You're looking at indoor electric kart racing on a tight, technical track - the kind where you'll feel every apex mistake and every well-executed corner. The karts are quick enough to thrill adults but manageable for kids (age restrictions apply, naturally), and the track layout means you can't just power through it. You have to think about your line.

It's genuinely competitive without being unfriendly. Groups book time slots and race heats, which means you're up against people who care about their lap times. The facility is well-maintained, and the staff know what they're doing - they'll sort your helmet, brief you on the track, and let you get on with it.

Who'll get most out of it? Anyone with even a passing interest in motorsport, really. Teenagers love it. So do competitive adults who remember playing arcade racers and want the real thing. It's less appealing for very young children or those who just want a gentle potter.

If you're basing yourself at Burrs Country Park Caravan and Motorhome Club Campsite, Team Karting makes a cracking half-day fix. Book ahead - slots fill up, especially weekends. Factor in an hour or so, longer if you're doing multiple races.