A £4.6 million immersive education and entertainment hub described as “one of the most significant tech destinations” in Cumbria has officially opened in Whitehaven.

LEVELS, developed by social impact property specialists BEC and backed by Sellafield and BT, spans four floors featuring immersive digital and gaming experiences, an esports arena, a café and interactive learning spaces aimed at young people, families and educators.

Funded by £3.3m from Sellafield, £800,000 from BT and £500,000 from BEC, the project forms part of a wider regeneration effort to revitalise the town centre.