Virtual reality racing revs up in Warrington

START-UP company Century Sim Racing is revving up in Warrington offering the first virtual racing simulator centre of its kind in the region.

Founded by a gaming and racing enthusiast duo, the centre will have state-of-the-art virtual reality simulators and a range of world-famous tracks to choose from

The racing car simulator centre equipped with some of the very latest in gaming technology is opening its doors to the public within Team Sports Go Karting building at Bank Quay Trading Estate on Slutchers Lane, Warrington, next Friday, October 18.

Century Sim Racing will be the first venue of its type anywhere in the North West and offers local residents the chance to test their driving skills on some of the world’s most iconic racing tracks.

The brand-new centre is the brainchild of James Whitehouse and Chris Stapleton, who met whilst working at Team Sport Go Karting.

The duo – who share a passion for racing and gaming – are leaving their full-time jobs behind to launch the new venture.

Once opened, the true-to-life racing experience will give drivers a 180-degree view of the track thanks to three panoramic screens surrounding each state-of-the-art simulator, with the option to add a virtual reality (VR) headset for an even more immersive experience.

MD James  said: “We’re so excited to be launching Century Sim Racing in Warrington. We’ve invested in some really awesome technology that will get people as close as possible to a real racing experience – without having to worry about crashing!

“As an avid sim-racing fan, we’ve worked incredibly hard to deliver an authentic experience that truly is like nothing else. This is as close to the real deal as it gets and from pro gamers to novice drivers, absolutely anyone can have a go.

“Throughout our planning, we were really keen to capture the community element of e-gaming, so there’ll be an interactive leader board on our website for visitors to keep track of their progress each time they visit.

“The centre can also cater for large groups and parties, and we’re also offering annual memberships visitors which will come with a whole host of benefits. We can’t wait to open the doors for the first time and we’re really looking forward to letting the public have a go.”

Prices at Century Sim Racing start from £16 for a half an hour session. There is no age limit, but height restrictions may apply.

For more information about Century Sim Racing, and to book your virtual racing experience, please visit www.centurysim.co.uk