Have you ever watched BBC’s Race Across the World and thought ‘I could do that’? Now it’s time to put that to the test, as the live experience comes to York.
Following the launch of Race Across the World: The Experience in two UK locations last year, CityDays have announced that it will be coming to York this spring – marking a Yorkshire first for the hit format.
This high-stakes experience offers players the chance to live out their Race Across the World dreams by navigating the streets of York, working as a team, outwitting their competitors, and unlocking the hidden secrets of the city in an unforgettable race to the finish line.
Just like in the show, the experience requires strategy, teamwork, and quick-thinking, as players will be given a budget to manage as they race through the city.
This budget can be spent on valuable clues to help navigate the next leg of the journey, giving players the freedom to decide how daring they want to be.
It’s a high-stakes race against the clock, where every decision counts, and influences the race, but could also come at a cost.
Players will be scored based on their time and how much budget they have left, with their final score ranked on a live leaderboard throughout the day and week.
The team that completes the challenge in the fastest time with the most budget remaining will earn a shot at being crowned the daily or weekly champions.
Split into three distinct legs that weave through the heart of York, the race takes participants on a 4-5 km mission, typically spanning two to three hours.
Along the way, the experience will take the adventure from the screen to the streets as teams race renowned pubs, cultural hotspots, or famous landmarks, including Shambles, York Minister, Dean’s Park and more; each serving as a ‘checkpoint’ where teams must solve escape room-style puzzles.
Tom Rymer, founder of CityDays, said: “Following huge success in London and Manchester last year, we are delighted to be bringing the Race Across The World Experience to three brand new cities across the UK, including York.
“New puzzles, new characters, new decisions and new discoveries, all coming soon over three new thrilling legs. York, are you ready for your race?”
Whether you’re an avid fan of the show or simply looking for a unique way to explore the city, this experience is set to deliver a thrilling new way to discover York on foot.
People looking to secure their place in the race are urged to sign-up for all the latest news and ticket information on the Race Across the World: The Experience website.
