Player Ready Taunton

Player Ready — Taunton is a purpose‑built VR and gaming venue on Bridge Street offering PC VR stations, a free‑roam HeroZone arena, VR escape rooms and console areas. The site relocated in 2024 to larger, level‑access premises to expand education and group programmes.

The venue runs parties, corporate team building and after‑school/holiday coding clubs alongside drop‑in gaming sessions. Bookings are made through the Player Ready online system and parking is usually recommended at nearby Wood Street Car Park.

A compact, activity‑focused venue geared to groups, families and school programmes. Sessions are usually booked in time slots and staff brief players on kit and safety.

Look out for:

• Six PC VR stations plus a free‑roam HeroZone arena.

• VR escape rooms and a 6‑player zombie experience.

• Racing rigs, retro arcade machines and console area (Xbox/Nintendo Switch).

• Education programmes: coding clubs, SEND mentoring and team‑building options.

Best way to experience it:

Book a specific session or party slot online, arrive a few minutes early for briefing and safety fitting, and allow extra time if you want to try multiple experiences or use the console/arcade areas.

• Book online in advance; slots and group sessions fill quickly.

• Venue moved to 35 Bridge Street in 2024 and offers level access.

• Recommended parking: Wood Street Car Park nearby.

• Check the Player Ready site or booking system for live opening times.