TEAM BUILDING IN ABERDEEN
WHY CHOOSE ABERDEEN FOR CORPORATE TEAM BUILDING
Aberdeen is famous for its granite buildings and also for being voted one of the most liveable cities in Britain. Due to the silvery grey colour of the stone, it’s also sometimes known as the “Silver City by the Golden Sands”. Whatever you prefer to call it, Aberdeen is a great place for holding a corporate event, team day out, or team building activity for your employees.
In recent times, the traditional industries of fishing, paper-making, shipbuilding, and textiles have been overtaken by the oil industry. The seaport is the largest in the north-east of Scotland, and there’s plenty to do and see.
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The surrounding areas of Aberdeen off a great setting to take on the great outdoors. Our Bear Grylls survival lets your team venture into the beautiful backdrop of the Highlands, offering an an unforgettable experience in real life survival whilst leaving all modern life’s necessities behind. If that sounds too adventurous then you could stay central to the Silver city centre and experience Wolves of Wolves Street. We have plenty of team building ideas, many of which you can see further down the page.
FIND YOUR IDEAL TEAM BUILDING EVENT IN ABERDEEN
THE BEST OUTDOOR & INDOOR TEAM BUILDING ACTIVITIES IN ABERDEEN
Top 10 Team Building Events & Activities in Aberdeen
1. Marks, Set, Cook!
Led by our expert chef, each team is given a selection of secret ingredients to make the most creative culinary dish. One of our most popular indoor events, it’s a fun, but intense experience in our fully mobile pop up kitchen, perfect at your chosen venue.
2. Under Pressure
Step into our challenge arena as teams battle it out over a number of individual and team challenges, in our Under Pressure team building game; testing your skills and nerves with the clock ticking. Hosted by your very own Event Manager, the team that completes the most games as successfully as possible will be crowned the Under Pressure winners! One of our most popular indoor team building events in Aberdeen.
3. Crystal Challenge
Throw yourself into this energetic team building event with 8 intense challenges over 4 different themed zones and our infamous Inflatable Crystal Dome Finale! Our most popular outdoor event, we are fully mobile and can come to a venue of your choice in Aberdeen.
4. Kidnap Your MD
The plot thickens with every moment in this all inclusive event – it’s not one your organisation will forget in a hurry! After a sudden interruption to your meeting your MD is kidnapped and a ransom note left with a deadline, will you make the ransom or expose the kidnappers? The team’s mission is to investigate and collect information to find your MD, completing a number of different activities and challenges. One of our most popular indoor events in Aberdeen, includes themed actors and dramatic opening and closing scenes.
5. Cocktail Making
An upbeat and lively experience that packs a ‘punch’! Includes our expert mixologists who will give amazing demonstrations and guide teams through the art of cocktail making before competing in the ‘mix off’! Expect teamwork, some good ‘old fashioned’ fun and of course tasting!
6. Bakeathon
A sweet tasting indoor team building experience where timing is everything. Keep your selection of signature bakes in the oven for too long and they could burn, take them out too early and you run the risk of a soggy bottom! Fully mobile kitchen, we can design the whole day around you, down to the last French Fancy.
7. Wall Street Winners
Look the part, and feel the part in Aberdeen with our excellent wall street trading game! In teams, walk onto our themed trading floor with £1million to invest. The team with the most profit at the end of the trading day will be crowned the Wall Street Winner!
8. Master of the Tasks
Anything could happen! The famous wax sealed envelope will reveal all before teams spring into action to take on the hilarious tasks. A fully inclusive event, there really is something for everyone, with the name of the game being good old-fashioned fun! One of our most popular indoor events.
9. Masterpiece
Are you ready for an Art Attack moment? Go mad buying art supplies at our pop up art shop after earning points from our three challenge zones; Creative, Mental and Physical. When you’re ready, get the creative juices flowing by recreating a section of a chosen painting before putting the whole group’s sections together revealing an amazing Masterpiece! Encourage collaboration and communication in this super creative and rewarding group challenge.
10. CSI Experience
If you’ve ever wondered what it’s like to be a crime scene investigator and know how crimes & murders are really solved? This is your chance! Learn forensic skills with our exciting CSI indoor event, a popular choice in Aberdeen. Fully mobile, we will transform your venue into a crime scene, with all props and equipment included.
Indoor Team Building Events & Activities in Aberdeen
No matter what the weather outside, it’s all about having fun inside. We plan team building events in Aberdeen all year round, including themed CSI Experience, Bakeathon, problem solving challenges such as Under Pressure and Master of the Tasks and much more – our friendly staff will make sure you have an amazing time during the planning process and on the day! We deliver on value and long-term results.
Outdoor Team Building Events & Activities in Aberdeen
Our outdoor team building activities in Aberdeen are perfect for teams that want to get outside and enjoy the fresh air and work together. With our engaging and fun activities your team will build trust, communicate better and develop strong relationships outside of their own day-to-day teams. And with the beautiful Aberdeen backdrop your team will feel inspired, who wouldn’t! Favourite outdoor team building events in Aberdeen include TV classic Crystal Challenge with team and individual tasks to collect crystals for extra time in the Inflatable Dome Finale to grab golden tickets! We also offer School Sports Day, Soap Box Derby, Teamopoly, Survival Island, inflatable fun in It’s A Knockout or Totally Wipedout and many more! Your dedicated event planner will make sure the event is right for you and your goals, making planning super easy for you so you can enjoy your day out in Aberdeen with your team!
Company Away Days in Aberdeen
Reward your hardworking team with a fun and engaging day in the stunning Scottish countryside with our corporate away days in Aberdeen. Our range of activities, including Inflatable Fun, Outdoor Adrenaline, HAKA Energiser and Totally Wipedout, offer a great way to bond and grow together as a team. Being outdoors our team away days can go big with Company Festivals and Family Fun Days, just let your dedicated event planner scale up our company fun day events to suit your needs.
Do you have a venue in mind? If not, we offer a free venue finding service to help make your company away day the best it can be for you!
Collaborative Team Building Events & Activities in Aberdeen
Unleash the potential of your team in Aberdeen with our collaborative team building experience, fostering effective communication, teamwork, and a touch of friendly competition. We’ve designed engaging team building activities to bring your team together, ignite their creative synergy, and boost morale. Popular choices in Aberdeen is the exciting Den of Dragons, with brainstorming sessions, market research, and the pitching of concepts to our business tycoons. Or why not get your team to unleash their problem-solving skills, building crazy contraptions that set off seamless Chain Reactions throughout the room. Another favourite in Aberdeen is Operation Supply Drop, where teams create care packages to distribute to those in need, plus creating model parachutes to drop test, full of creativity, and teamwork. With our dedicated event planner ensuring a seamless experience, you can focus on boosting morale, encouraging collaboration, and spreading good vibes among your team in Aberdeen.
Creative Team Building Events & Activities in Aberdeen
Ignite your team’s creativity in the vibrant city of Aberdeen! Our creative team building events will energise your team and foster collaboration. Popular creative team events in Aberdeen include the exciting Chain Reaction challenge, where teams work together to build crazy contraptions that interact with one another, setting of reactions, whether it’s rolling a ball, dropping a weight or spinning an arm, we guarantee cheering along the way! Or get your team to step into the Den of Dragons, creative brainstorming and research, and a chance for your teams to pitch their brilliant business ideas to our seasoned tycoons. A firm favourite is the thrilling Soap Box Derby, featuring team challenges, kart racing, and podium finishes. With our dedicated event planner handling all the details, your team can focus on unleashing their creativity, having fun, and building strong bonds in vibrant Aberdeen with our fun team building events. Get ready to think creatively, have fun together, and make unforgettable memories!
Unusual Team Building Events & Activities in Aberdeen
Try something different in Aberdeen with our unusual team building activities that elevate your team, boost morale, and reveal hidden talents. From a variety of engaging and unusual team building events, favourites in Aberdeen include the TV inspired Quid Games, testing your team’s communication, problem solving, creativity, and patience as they conquer exciting challenges. For a charitable twist to your team building event, embrace the spirit of giving with Operation Supply Drop, your teams create care packages for those in need while tackling creative tasks. Or why not explore your team’s artistic side with our Mindfulness Painting, a perfect way to unwind and practise mindfulness through creative expression. Our unusual team building ideas foster strong connections, unlock hidden potentials, and boost individual and team confidence.
Competitive Team Building Events & Activities in Aberdeen
Are you eager to ignite team spirit and elevate morale through friendly competition in Aberdeen? Our vast selection of competitive team building activities is here to engage and energise your team, making your event unforgettable. Popular choices in Aberdeen include the hilarious It’s A Knockout, packed with wacky relay races and enough foam to fill an Olympic swimming pool! The brain-teasing Escape Room Plus challenges your team’s problem-solving skills, and the heart-pounding GPS Treasure Hunt, where teams race against the clock to complete various challenges across Aberdeen. For high energy competition dive into the vibrant and brilliant Totally Wipedout challenge, offering high energy and loads of laughter. Embrace the spirit of competition in Aberdeen with our diverse competitive group activities, and let them create lasting connections among your team members, fostering teamwork and bonding.
Virtual Team Building Activities in Aberdeen
Light up your team’s routine with fun virtual team building activities, we have the perfect recipe for laughter and learning in the virtual workspace. Whether you have a big or small remote team we have virtual team activities to suit, for collaboration, creativity and fun.
- Challenge your colleagues in You’re Hired, an engaging virtual event inspired by BBC’s ‘The Apprentice’, where teams navigate business tasks under the guidance of our virtual Sir Alex Sweetex, fostering teamwork and strategic thinking
- Make a difference with our Virtual Charity Skateboard Build, a heartwarming event where you assemble and decorate skateboards for children in need, guided by online artists, offering a fulfilling way to impact lives and foster team spirit remotely
- Experience the thrill of the jungle from your desk in I’m Working From Home – Get Me Outta Here!, a virtual event packed with exciting trials and a dress-up theme, where teams compete for victory under the guidance of our vibrant hosts
Transform your team’s day with our lively and diverse team building activities for remote teams, view our full event list here.
Charity Team Building Activities in Aberdeen
Elevate your team’s spirit with our charity team building events, where collaboration meets compassion. With our extensive selection, you’re sure to find an event that resonates with your team’s values and goals. Why choose a charity event? Because it combines the thrill of teamwork with the joy of giving back, suitable for teams big and small.
- Got the gift of the gab? Put it to the test with GOTO Events, embarking on a nationwide mission to procure donations for our partner charities. Perfect for competitive spirits!
- Paws For A Cause, unleash your team’s potential and compassion! Join our workshop to create essential items for animals, blending fun and philanthropy into a memorable team building day
- Combine fun, creativity, and philanthropy with Putt For a Purpose! After competing on your self-built mini-golf courses, donate them to spread joy and support to those in need
Make every moment matter! Join our team building charity activities for an experience that enriches both your team and those around you.
Company Fun Days in Aberdeen
Dive into fun with our company fun days, where we blend entertainment with essential team building exercises. These events are designed to foster collaboration and enjoyment, accommodating groups of any size, and can feature activities like lively Corporate Treasure Hunts or engaging Group Energisers.
- Inflatable Company Fun Day – Boost team morale with an inflatable fun day by GOTO Events! Our diverse activities, from Crystal Team Challenge to Totally Wipedout, offer something for every team, big or small
- Multi-Activity Days – Offer your guests a corporate fun day unlike any other, showcasing a diverse lineup of experiences from thrilling outdoor activities to strategic team challenges
- Corporate Family Fun Day – Celebrate the heart of your organisation, engage in an array of activities that honour employees and their families, fostering a supportive and creative workplace
Elevate your next corporate gathering with our corporate festivals. Dive into our complete guide and turn any event into a celebration! All options here.
Sustainability Team Building Activities in Aberdeen
Engage your team with sustainable team building activities that foster understanding of environmental responsibilities! Our environmental team building activities promote teamwork, boost morale, and enhance workplace sustainability ideas. Tailored for groups of any size, our sustainability team building events bring organisations together, encouraging unity and a commitment to sustainability in the workplace.
Popular green team events in Aberdeen include:
- Community Clean Up: Join our Community Clean Up and cultivate a greener Aberdeen! Collaborate with your team to beautify urban gardens, fostering community spirit and sustainability
- Living Art Sustainability Workshop: Turn discarded items into art at our Living Art Workshop! Foster creativity, teamwork, and sustainable practices in this fun, collaborative experience
- Kokedama Sustainability Workshop: Join our Kokedama Sustainability Workshop and unleash your creativity! Build beautiful botanical compositions and foster your team’s collaboration and problem-solving abilities
Boost morale and eco-consciousness with our sustainability workshop ideas. View the complete list of events here.
Christmas Team Building Events in Aberdeen
Bring your team together for some festive fun with our Christmas team building ideas! It’s the perfect way to end the year on a high note and celebrate your team’s achievements. Whether it’s a corporate Christmas party or an office Christmas party, our events are tailored for groups of all sizes. We offer a variety of activities, from Christmas arts & crafts to food & drink Christmas themes, ensuring there’s something for everyone. And for those working remotely, our virtual Christmas events ensure no one misses out on the fun. Let’s make this Christmas unforgettable!
Favourite Christmas team building activities in Aberdeen include:
- Marks, Set, Cook!: Create culinary delights with secret ingredients in this cooking competition. Led by expert chefs, it’s a fun and delicious challenge for all skill levels
- Strictly Come Dining: Compete head-to-head in the kitchen to create culinary masterpieces. Guided by professional chefs, it’s a fun and delicious way to team build
- Charity Bike Build: Build bikes from scratch and donate them to children in need. A rewarding team building activity that makes a real difference in the community
Make this year’s Christmas work party truly memorable. Discover our festive team building events here and create an unforgettable experience.
Corporate Social Responsibility Team Building Activities in Aberdeen
Achieve your CSR goals in style with our wide choice of charity and sustainability events! These CSR team building activities are designed to promote team cohesion, creativity, and individual wellbeing while giving your employees the chance to make a meaningful impact. Whether it’s charitable CSR team building programs or green team building activities, we offer events tailored to suit any group size. Your team will love the opportunity to work together on our team building activities that give back to the community, all while having fun and making a positive difference.
Popular choices from our CSR team building ideas in Aberdeen include:
- Community Clean Up: Make a difference in your community by enhancing a green space with your team. A fun and impactful event that encourages sustainability and social responsibility
- Charity Bake Off: Bake cakes and goodies with your team and donate them to local charities. A sweet and rewarding way to bring your team together while giving back
- Living Wall Sustainability Workshop: Build a living wall with your team, bringing greenery and fresh air to your office space. A fun and eco-conscious way to boost creativity and teamwork
Strengthen your team while supporting great causes. Explore our CSR team building events today, take a look here.
Conference Energisers in Aberdeen
Keep your audience engaged and inspired! With our conference energiser ideas, you can ensure your event is dynamic, interactive, and fun. These conference ice breaker activities are perfect for breaking up long sessions or starting the day on a high note. Aberdeen favourites include fast-paced quizzes, group challenges, and creative problem-solving tasks. Tailored to any group size, our corporate ice breakers bring teams together and promote a positive atmosphere.
Favourite meeting energiser ideas in Aberdeen include:
- Boomwhackers: Work in harmony with your team to create amazing melodies using Boomwhackers. A high-energy, interactive way to boost collaboration and morale
- Yoga Class: Unwind, recharge, and refocus with our fun and inclusive yoga sessions. Tailored to any group size, it’s the perfect addition to your wellness activities
- Bubble Workshop: Add sparkle to your event with our Bubble Workshop. Experience life-sized bubbles, bubble wrap yoga, and a creative team building atmosphere
Refresh the energy in the room! Discover our ice breakers for conference to bring focus and creativity to your meeting. Take a look here.