Team Building on a Budget – Without Cutting Corners
In today’s unpredictable financial climate, businesses across the UK are feeling the pinch. With international trade pressures and political uncertainty, it’s no surprise that companies are tightening their belts — especially when it comes to away days and team building budgets.
But cutting the budget doesn’t have to mean cutting the experience.
At GOTO Events, we believe that corporate team building should be accessible, engaging and impactful — no matter the budget. That’s why we’ve put together a collection of our most cost-effective team building activities. These aren’t watered-down versions or basic packages. They’re smart, streamlined and designed to give you all the energy, fun and value of a full-scale team building event, without the premium price tag.
All our budget team building options are professional, fully managed and completely mobile. That means we come to you — whether it’s your office, meeting room or a local venue — cutting out costly venue hire and keeping logistics lean. Each event includes full kit, an experienced event manager and a dedicated project manager to ensure smooth delivery from start to finish.
What makes these experiences more affordable? They’re designed to be efficient, requiring less on-site crew, minimal set-up and pack-down time and fewer resources, all while maintaining the immersive, engaging quality that GOTO Events is known for!
If you’re looking for creative ways to bring your team together without blowing the budget, these 12 team building events are proof that you can do more with less — and still make a lasting impression.
Let’s dive into our top picks for low-cost team building activities.
1. GPS Treasure Hunt
The GPS Treasure Hunt is one of those team building events that just gets everyone buzzing. Armed with an iPad and a mission, your team will follow a live GPS map to discover hidden hotspots, each unlocking a new challenge — from brain-teasing riddles to laugh-out-loud video tasks and clever augmented reality puzzles. Every challenge earns you points, pushing your team up the live leaderboard as you race against the others.
What makes this event such great value is how streamlined it is. It’s mobile, quick to set up and doesn’t need a big team to run — so you still get all the energy and impact of a full-scale team building activity, without the hefty price tag.
We wrap things up with a fun awards ceremony and a few of the best bits from your hunt. Expect banter, competition and plenty of brilliant team moments.
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2. Quintessentially English
Looking for something relaxed, outdoorsy and fun on a budget? Quintessentially English brings all the charm of a classic British garden party with a team building spin.
Set up in your own outdoor space — whether it’s an office lawn, courtyard or nearby green — we create a playful arena filled with light-hearted challenges like Boules, Giant Chess, Rounders, Table Tennis, Quoits and oversized classics like Connect 4, Dominoes, Jenga and a good old-fashioned Dart Board.
Teams rotate through the stations, racking up points, sharing laughs and getting just competitive enough to keep things interesting. It’s easy to run, needs minimal setup and creates a great buzz without the need for big kit.
It’s a simple way to get people together, enjoy the outdoors and boost morale, all while keeping costs low. Just good fun, fresh air and a touch of friendly rivalry.
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3. Lego Masters
If you’re looking for a team building activity that’s playful, creative and genuinely gets people talking, Lego Masters is a brilliant choice! It’s hands-on, a little nostalgic and surprisingly effective when it comes to building teamwork (literally and figuratively).
Using heaps of LEGO bricks and a mix of clever challenges, teams go head-to-head in tasks like tower building, blind model construction, speed builds and resource-sharing games. There’s loads of room for creativity, problem-solving, and most importantly, a good laugh along the way.
This one’s an affordable team building activity because it doesn’t need a huge space, fancy setup or loads of equipment. We bring everything with us — all the LEGO, all the structured challenges and all the fun. You just provide the space.
It’s smart, social and ticks all the boxes without maxing out the budget.
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4. Terrarium Workshop
If your team could use a breather, the Terrarium Workshop is a brilliant way to slow things down, get hands-on and connect in a whole new way. It’s calming, creative and brings a touch of nature right into your workplace.
Kicking off with some light-hearted challenges, teams compete to earn the materials they’ll need to build their very own terrarium. Along the way, they’ll learn the basics of ecosystems, plant care, and how to create a thriving little world in a glass jar.
With guidance from our expert host, everyone gets stuck into designing their terrarium — layering soil, selecting plants, adding decorations and putting their own personal spin on it. No two are ever the same!
Terrarium Workshop is a compact team building activity, doesn’t need a big setup and we bring everything to you — no venue hire needed. Plus, everyone leaves with something beautiful they’ve made themselves.
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5. Kokedama Workshop
Give your team something they’ve probably never tried before — crafting their own kokedama plant art.
In this hands-on Kokedama Workshop, teams first take part in fun, themed challenges to earn the tools and materials they’ll need. Then, guided by our expert, they’ll dive into the process of shaping, binding and building their own moss-wrapped plant sculptures. Along the way, they’ll learn about the fascinating history of kokedama and its roots in Japanese culture.
It’s a tactile, mindful experience that encourages focus, teamwork and a break from the usual routine. Whether you display your creations suspended in the air or resting on a saucer, each kokedama is totally unique — and every participant gets to take theirs home.
Because this team building activity requires minimal setup and equipment, it’s a smart choice for budget-conscious teams. We bring everything to your space, keeping costs low while delivering something truly memorable, therapeutic and team-focused.
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6. Living Art Workshop
Looking for a budget-friendly team building activity that’s creative, meaningful and just a little bit unexpected? Living Art invites your team to roll up their sleeves and design something beautiful!
Before the crafting begins, teams take on light-hearted challenges to earn their materials. Then it’s time to create: a lush living frame, a quirky planter made from reclaimed items (yes, even an old shoe!), or something completely one-of-a-kind. The only limit is your imagination.
This experience blends creativity with mindfulness and sustainability, all guided by an expert who’ll walk your team through the basics of living art and how to make it thrive. It’s hands-on, calming and leaves everyone with a unique piece to take home.
Because it’s low on setup and big on impact, Living Art is ideal for budget-conscious teams. We bring everything to you — no venue needed — making it a brilliant way to connect while keeping costs in check.
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7. Paws for a Cause
Paws for a Cause is a hands-on, feel-good workshop that combines practical teamwork with a meaningful cause — creating enrichment items for animals in shelters.
Working in small teams, you’ll roll up your sleeves and get building — crafting feeders, toys or agility equipment tailored to the needs of the animals you’re supporting.
You’ll start with a short intro from the charity to learn about the animals and how your creations will help them. Then it’s over to your team: measuring, drilling, assembling and working together to bring your design to life. Don’t worry — our facilitators guide you through every step with safety checks and expert advice.
This activity is budget-friendly thanks to our direct partnerships with animal charities, meaning no third-party fees and maximum impact for your spend. It’s a powerful way to give back, build bonds and do something that really counts.
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8. Putt for a Purpose
Putt for a Purpose takes mini-golf to a whole new level — with a creative twist and a meaningful impact. In this charity team building event, your team builds and plays a fully functioning mini-golf course using real food items that will later be donated to a local food bank.
Split into teams, you’ll get hands-on with boxes of cereal, tins of soup, cartons of juice and more — designing and constructing your own unique golf hole. Think tunnels made of pasta boxes, ramps built from rice bags, or soup-can obstacles that test your aim. Once the full course is ready, it’s time to grab your putters and compete for the first-place prize.
This activity is as budget-friendly as it is purposeful. Thanks to our direct collaboration with local food bank charities, there are no extra supplier costs — your budget goes straight into delivering a brilliant event and helping those who need it most.
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9. Operation Supply Drop
Operation Supply Drop is no ordinary team building activity — it’s a high-energy mission with a powerful purpose. Your team will tackle a series of military-style tasks to earn the funds needed to build real care packages for people experiencing homelessness.
Guided by a mission manual and a bit of tactical thinking, teams rotate through themed “military zones,” taking on memory games, survival scenarios, logic puzzles, skill-based challenges and more! Each successful mission earns you currency to spend on essential items that go straight into your care package.
It’s a brilliant mix of teamwork, quick thinking and feel-good impact. Best of all, it’s a low-cost team building activity. Thanks to our direct partnerships with local charities — your budget goes where it matters most: into the activity and into the hands of those who need support.
Operation Supply Drop is all about making a real difference while bringing your team closer together.
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10. Cocktail Making
Shake, stir and sip your way through a cocktail masterclass that brings all the flavour. Cocktail Making is a crowd-pleasing team activity that mixes creativity, competition and a few laughs, all led by a pro mixologist who brings the bar to you.
Teams will learn to craft a selection of classic cocktails like Mojitos, Margaritas and Old Fashioneds, before taking on the ultimate challenge: inventing their own signature drink using a surprise selection of ingredients, with prizes on the line for best cocktail.
Non-drinkers? No problem. Every recipe can be made as a mocktail, so everyone gets to join the fun.
This is one of our most compact, cost-effective experiences. No venue hire, no extra logistics — we bring everything to you, from the glassware to the garnish. It’s a high-quality, feel-good event that’s as enjoyable for your team as it is friendly on your budget.
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11. VR Experiences
Looking to bring something different to your next team event? Our VR team building activities blend cutting-edge tech with collaborative gameplay — no previous gaming experience required. With simple controls, comfortable gear and fully guided sessions, it’s immersive, inclusive and a whole lot of fun!
Your team can choose between two exciting games: VR Escape Room or VR Bomb Squad. In both, one team member enters the virtual world while the rest of the group stays in the real world, feeding information, solving puzzles and guiding their teammate through the challenge. It’s a fantastic way to get everyone involved, whether they’re in the headset or helping on the ground.
Best of all, it’s a surprisingly affordable team building activity. We bring everything to your office or event space, with minimal setup and no need for costly venues or extra tech support. Our expert instructor runs the whole experience from start to finish.
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12. Virtual Team Building
When getting everyone in the same room isn’t possible, Virtual Team Building is the next best thing — and just as fun! We offer a variety of interactive online experiences that bring remote teams together through story-driven games, clever challenges and a whole lot of laughs.
From Virtual Escape Room to Murder Mystery, Gameshow Bonanza and even Virtual Cocktail Making, there’s something to suit every team vibe. All events are hosted live by an energetic MC who keeps the momentum going, guides the experience, and makes sure everyone feels involved.
We work on your chosen video platform, so no one’s dealing with unfamiliar tech. Our team handles everything, from setup to support.
Because there’s no travel, venue or physical setup needed, it’s one of our most cost-effective team building activities. It’s team building made simple, stress-free and seriously fun, no matter where your people are dialling in from.
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How to Keep Professional Team Building Affordable
Skip the Venue Hire
Use your own office or meeting space and we’ll come to you. All our events are mobile, meaning no extra venue costs.
Combine Budgets
Make the most of your resources by combining your team building, training and development, or CSR budget. We offer activities that tick multiple boxes at once.
Keep It Short and Sweet
Our events can be customised to fit into a morning, afternoon or even a long lunch. High-impact doesn’t have to mean all-day.
Choose Low-Setup Options
We offer experiences that require minimal equipment and crew. Lower logistics means lower cost without compromising on quality.
Go for Scalable Formats
Our events are designed to grow with your team. There’s a minimum charge to get started, but after that, you can scale up — just pay per person as your numbers grow. It’s a flexible, budget-friendly way to get exactly what you need.
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Charity Team Building - 5 Meaningful Activities to Kick Off Your Summer Party
Corporate summer parties are a great chance for teams to unwind, enjoy the outdoors and build stronger connections with colleagues. Adding a charity team building activity into the mix can transform your corporate event into something more meaningful and memorable. These activities not only promote teamwork but also allow your employees to make a tangible difference in the community.
At GOTO Events, we provide a range of charity team building events that are especially suitable for outdoor corporate events, accommodating groups both large and small. Whether you’re hosting your event on company grounds, a local park or any other outdoor venue, these activities can be adapted to suit your space perfectly. But if you’re still searching for the ideal venue, our complimentary venue-finding service can help you locate the perfect spot. Plus, each event comes with dedicated project management, an experienced event manager and professional on-site staff.
Ready to add purpose and fun to your upcoming work summer party? Here are the top 5 charity team building activities to kick off your summer party.
1. Charity Bike Build
Kick off your company summer party with a twist – before the BBQ sizzles and the drinks start flowing, your team will be getting hands-on for a cause that really matters.
Charity Bike Build team building event is all about teamwork, hands-on action and giving back. Teams work together to build bikes that will be donated to children who otherwise wouldn’t have one. But it’s not just about the build. First, you’ll need to earn the parts.
Each team has its own mini workshop space with a toolkit, bike stand and a half-complete frame. To get the missing parts, team members take on light-hearted challenges and skill-based tasks. Once all the pieces are collected, teams plan their build, get the green light from our engineers, and then get to work assembling the bikes from the ground up.
The event finished with the teams personalising each bike with a short message for the child who’ll receive it. Once all bikes are complete, everyone gathers for a group celebration – plenty of applause, maybe a few proud photos and a reminder of what it all meant.
After the event, we donate the finished bikes to our charity partner who will deliver the bikes to children in need in Africa. It’s a great way to start your summer party on a high, with a shared achievement that makes a real difference.
2. Putt for a Purpose
Mini-golf has always been a summer party favourite — casual, relaxed and just the right level of competitiveness. It’s an activity that easily gets people laughing and chatting outdoors, perfect before you head into dinner, drinks and socialising.
This summer, add a meaningful twist with our Putt for a Purpose charity team building activity. Your teams will build their own mini-golf holes from scratch, using food bank supplies like pasta boxes, cereal cartons, canned foods, rice bags and juice cartons. Each team will work creatively and collaboratively to design and construct a unique hole. Maybe a challenging ramp made from cereal boxes, or a tricky obstacle course built with canned soups? The more imaginative the better!
Once the course is complete, teams test their skills, playing their way around each other’s inventive designs. Expect plenty of laughs, friendly rivalry and memorable moments as players navigate the homemade obstacles in hopes of achieving the best score.
But the real impact goes beyond the fun. After the last putt, all the food and household supplies used to construct the course are carefully dismantled, packed up and donated to a local charity or food bank. You’ll finish the activity knowing you’ve had a great time and also contributed directly to families in need.
3. Charity Gift of the Gab
If you’re looking to offer your employees something unexpected at your work summer party, Charity Gift of the Gab is an engaging, treasure hunt-style activity that encourages exploration, teamwork and meaningful community involvement.
This corporate charity team building activity begins with an informative yet heartwarming briefing about the charity you’ll be supporting, setting a clear purpose for your upcoming adventure. Teams will then receive their maps, shopping lists and a fixed budget, heading off into the local town or city on a lively treasure hunt to locate and purchase essential items needed by the charity.
This activity goes beyond typical corporate events – employees will appreciate the opportunity to explore and discover hidden spots around town while working closely together. Teams use creativity, negotiation skills and friendly persuasion to find and collect as many items as possible, ensuring their budgets stretch to create the greatest impact.
Throughout the event, groups will also tackle bonus challenges, keeping the atmosphere fun and energetic, with plenty of laughter and memorable team moments.
Finally, teams regroup to share stories of their adventures, see how they performed against their colleagues, and reflect on the difference their contributions will make. It’s a rewarding way to spend a summer afternoon before settling in for a relaxed evening of socialising and celebration.
4. Paws for a Cause
Add a meaningful and memorable activity to your outdoor summer party with Paws for a Cause, a hands-on experience that’s perfect before the evening’s celebrations begin.
Your teams will work together on a unique DIY challenge, designing and building enrichment devices to benefit animals at a local shelter, sanctuary, zoo or wildlife park. After an inspiring briefing from the animal charity, you’ll understand exactly how your contributions will help improve animal welfare and enhance their environments.
Split into smaller teams at designated workshop stations, each group will receive expert guidance and safety instructions before jumping into construction. You might find yourselves building feeding puzzles for monkeys, agility equipment for rescued dogs, or stimulating toys for wildlife enclosures — each item carefully planned according to the animals’ specific needs.
This is an ideal activity to promote teamwork, clear communication and practical problem-solving, while also providing a lasting benefit to animals in need. By using tools like power drills, saws and measurement devices, your team will create high-quality enrichment items.
When the building is complete, each item undergoes a thorough safety check. Later, the finished products will be delivered directly to the animal charity, and you’ll receive follow-up images and videos showing the animals enjoying your creations.
5. Charity Garden Project
Bring your team together for a relaxing yet impactful activity at your company summer party with the Charity Garden Project. It’s the perfect outdoor experience that combines hands-on creativity, practical gardening skills and meaningful community involvement, setting a positive tone before your evening celebrations.
After a brief introduction highlighting the local community group you’ll be supporting, your teams will dive into crafting beautiful garden features designed to brighten and enhance local spaces. With guidance from our expert facilitators, you’ll create vibrant hanging baskets, decorate and plant colourful planters, and assemble trellises to support climbing greenery.
Teams will engage in friendly challenges and games, earning the materials they need to complete their garden creations. This activity offers everyone a chance to unwind outdoors, connect with nature and build stronger relationships through shared effort and creativity.
At the end of the event, each carefully crafted item will be delivered and installed at a local charity location, such as a school, hospital or care home. Your team’s creations will transform shared outdoor spaces, providing peaceful, uplifting environments that encourage wellbeing and a deeper connection to nature.
The Charity Garden Project is an ideal way to spend a summer afternoon — enjoying fresh air, teamwork and the satisfaction of leaving behind a lasting, positive legacy in your community.
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4 Exciting Treasure Hunt Team Building Adventures
There’s just something irresistible about a treasure hunt. Maybe it’s the thrill of the chase, the excitement of cracking clues or the buzz of working together toward a common goal. Whatever it is, treasure hunts have long been a team favourite for a reason.
At GOTO Events, we have a selection of treasure hunt team building activities where the general goal is the same: follow the clues, complete challenges and uncover the treasure before the other teams do. But each one of our treasure hunts is completely unique and professionally designed for teams to strengthen communication, boost morale and share a lot of laughs!
In this article, we’re diving into four of our most popular treasure hunt ideas for adults, for an epic outdoor team building experience. Let the hunt begin!
1. Hunted
Get ready for Hunted, one of our newest and most intense team building events! This isn’t just a game – it’s a high-energy chase where you’ll need strategy, stealth and quick thinking to stay in the running.
Each team get a high-tech tablet loaded with a live GPS map, showing key challenge hotspots. The goal? Navigate from location to location, crack clues and complete surprise challenges to rack up points. But there’s a catch – you’re not just playing the game, you’re being hunted!
If a rival team spots you and snaps a photo, you lose points. That means staying hidden, moving smart and thinking fast. But don’t just play defence – go on the attack! Track other teams, catch them off guard and snap their photo!
From brain-teasing puzzles to hilarious on-the-go tasks, every stop is a new test of teamwork and tactics. And with the leaderboard updating in real-time, the pressure is always on!
Will you stay under the radar or will your cover be blown? The hunt is on! Get a free, bespoke quote in under 45 minutes!
2. GPS Tresure Hunt
Welcome to the GPS Treasure Hunt, a team building adventure packed with mystery, strategy and a whole lot of laughs. From the moment you receive your iPad, the hunt is on! Your live GPS map reveals hidden locations scattered across the area, each one holding a secret challenge waiting to be unlocked.
You’ll follow cryptic clues, solve riddles and race against rival teams to uncover each checkpoint. When you arrive at the right spot, your next task appears, anything from an augmented reality puzzle to a hilarious video challenge or a brain-teasing riddle. Every completed challenge earns you points and boosts your spot on the team treasure hunt live leaderboard.
But this isn’t just about speed. It’s about clever thinking, creativity and working together under pressure. Every team takes a different path, but only one will claim the treasure (and bragging rights).
At the final location, we’ll gather to reveal the funniest moments from your journey, followed by a light-hearted award ceremony to crown the champions.
Ready to chase the treasure and uncover its secrets? Get a free, bespoke quote in under 45 minutes!
3. Charity Gift of the Gab
This is no ordinary team building scavenger hunt – this one comes with purpose!
Charity Gift of the Gab takes all the energy and excitement of a classic scavenger hunt team building and flips it into something meaningful. You’re not chasing gold or hidden clues – you’re on the hunt for real-world items that will make a difference to people in need.
Kicking off with a fun, upbeat briefing and a quick intro to the charity you’ve chosen to support, the event sets the tone for a day that’s both feel-good and full of action. Then it’s go-time: teams hit the streets with a local map, a list of urgently needed supplies and a limited budget. From there, it’s all about your gift of the gab – using negotiation skills, persuasion and teamwork to gather as many items as possible before the clock runs out.
Along the way, there are bonus challenges, unexpected twists and plenty of laughs. It’s fast-paced, hands-on and surprisingly heartwarming. At the finish, every item is donated to the selected charity, so every deal you make and every item you track down adds up to something bigger!
Ready to make a difference? Get a free, bespoke quote in under 45 minutes!
4. Black Cab Treasure Hunt London
London’s calling – and the treasure hunt is on!
Black Cab Treasure Hunt is a fast-paced team adventure that turns the capital into your playground, perfect for visiting teams wanting to explore the city in a totally unique way, or for London-based groups ready to uncover hidden gems they never knew existed.
You’ll split into teams and jump into your own black cab, guided by a legendary London cabbie with unbeatable knowledge of the city’s winding streets and secret corners. Armed with cryptic clues and a competitive spirit, you’ll race from location to location, solving puzzles and tackling creative, hands-on challenges along the way.
But don’t just rely on speed – strategy and teamwork are just as important. Choose your routes wisely, lean on your driver’s insider tips and make every second count.
The London treasure hunt team building adventure wraps up at a secret final location, where the scores are revealed, and the winning team is crowned. And of course, there’s a celebratory drink waiting for everyone at the finish.
Whether you’re new to London or think you’ve seen it all, Black Cab Treasure Hunt will show you the city like never before. Get a free, bespoke quote in under 45 minutes!
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6 Earth Day Ideas For Work
Every year on April 22nd, people around the world come together to celebrate Earth Day, an international event dedicated to protecting the environment and promoting sustainable practices. First established in 1970, Earth Day is a powerful reminder of the impact we have on the planet and the steps we can take to create a greener future.
For businesses, celebrating Earth Day at work isn’t just about going green for a day – it’s an opportunity to engage employees, embrace corporate social responsibility (CSR) and implement lasting sustainability initiatives. Earth Day activities not only help the planet but also strengthen brand reputation and boost employee motivation.
Looking for ways to get involved? We’ve put together 6 impactful Earth Day ideas for work to help your team make a difference:
1. Building Birdhouses to Support Bird Conservation
One of the best Earth Day activities to get your team involved in sustainability is building birdhouses. Birds play a crucial role in maintaining ecosystems by controlling pests, pollinating plants and spreading seeds. However, habitat loss due to urbanisation and deforestation has made it harder for many bird species to find safe nesting spaces. By building birdhouses, your team can actively support local bird populations and contribute to conservation efforts.
Our Build a Birdhouse Workshop is a hands-on World Earth Day activity that engages employees in a meaningful project while also encouraging teamwork and creativity. Your team will dive into a fun DIY project, crafting birdhouses and learning about sustainability. With an expert facilitator guiding the way, you don’t need any prior experience for this Earth Day activity – everything is super easy to get into. You’ll have a chance to learn DIY skills and add your own creative touch to decorate the birdhouses just the way you like.
Once completed, these birdhouses can be placed around office green spaces, local parks or even donated to conservation organisations.
Not only does this activity promote environmental responsibility, but it also helps employees reconnect with nature and appreciate the importance of wildlife conservation. Plus, it’s a fun and rewarding experience that leaves a lasting impact long after Earth Day is over.
Get in touch today to request a free, bespoke proposal for World Earth Day ideas!
2. Building Bee Hotels to Help Bee Populations
Hosting a Bee Hotel Workshop in the office is a fantastic way to celebrate Earth Day at work while making a real impact on the environment. While honeybees get most of the attention, solitary bees, such as mason bees, leafcutter bees and mining bees, make up the majority of the UK’s bee species and play a crucial role in pollination. Unlike honeybees, solitary bees do not live in hives or produce honey, and many species struggle to find suitable nesting sites due to habitat loss and urban development. Bee hotels are a great way to support these vital pollinators by providing safe spaces for them to lay their eggs.
In our Bee Hotel Workshop, teams will craft bee hotels using sustainable materials, provide much-needed shelter for solitary bees, helping to support local pollination and biodiversity. With expert guidance, no prior experience is needed – just a willingness to get creative and work together!
Once completed, the bee hotels can be placed in gardens or green spaces. Not only is this a fun and engaging way to bring employees together, but it also leaves a lasting environmental impact, giving solitary bees a safe place to thrive long after Earth Day is over.
Get in touch today to request a free, bespoke proposal for Earth Day activities for adults!
3. Building a Living Wall to Bring Nature Indoors
Creating a living wall is a fantastic way to celebrate Earth Day while transforming your workspace into a greener, healthier environment. A living wall, also known as a vertical garden, is a structure covered in plants that can be installed indoors or outdoors. Not only do they look amazing, but they also help improve air quality, boost employee wellbeing and promote sustainability in the workplace.
Our Build a Living Wall Workshop gives your team the chance to work together to build a beautiful, plant-covered feature that enhances your office space. With expert guidance, employees will assemble and plant their own section of the wall, using a mix of air-purifying plants and low-maintenance greenery. The process is engaging, creative and accessible to everyone – no gardening experience required!
Having a living wall in the office isn’t just about aesthetics; it creates a more refreshing and inviting workspace while helping to reduce stress and increase productivity. Plus, it’s an eco-friendly addition that promotes biodiversity by providing a habitat for small insects.
Once complete, your team will have a lasting reminder of their Earth Day efforts – a stunning living wall that continues to benefit both people and the planet long after the event is over.
Get in touch today to request a free, bespoke proposal with ideas to celebrate Earth Day at work!
4. Building Terrariums to Learn How Ecosystems Work
Our Terrarium Workshop is a hands-on and creative Earth Day activity for companies where teams learn about the delicate balance of ecosystems. A terrarium is a self-sustaining miniature garden enclosed in glass, demonstrating how plants, soil, water and air interact to create a thriving environment. By assembling their own terrariums, employees can gain a deeper appreciation for nature and the importance of maintaining ecological balance.
This activity is both fun and educational, offering a unique opportunity to explore sustainability on a small scale. With expert guidance, participants will layer soil, rocks, moss and plants to build their own thriving ecosystem. They’ll learn how factors like moisture, light and plant selection contribute to the health of the environment – mirroring the way real-world ecosystems function.
Terrariums require minimal maintenance, making them a perfect addition to any desk or office space. They not only serve as a lasting reminder of Earth Day but also help bring a touch of greenery indoors, improving air quality and boosting wellbeing. By engaging in this Earth Day activity, teams can develop a stronger connection to nature and take away valuable insights into how small changes can contribute to a more sustainable planet.
Get in touch today to request a free, bespoke proposal for Earth Day activities for work!
5. Turning Old Items Into Living Art
Transforming discarded items into beautiful planters is a creative and meaningful way to celebrate Earth Day. This hands-on activity combines recycling, gardening and sustainability, encouraging teams to repurpose old materials into something new and full of life. Whether it’s an old shoe, an old frame or even unused office supplies, each item gets a second chance as a unique living art, reducing waste while adding greenery to the workspace.
As employees design and plant their creations, they’ll develop gardening skills while experiencing the therapeutic benefits of working with plants – known to boost mood and reduce stress. It’s a fantastic way to promote sustainability while engaging in a relaxing, team building experience. Plus, the finished pieces can be proudly displayed around the office, serving as a lasting reminder of your company’s commitment to the environment.
By celebrating Earth Day with a Living Art Workshop, teams actively contribute to waste reduction and urban greening, showing that sustainability can be both creative and rewarding.
You can also pair this activity with a Kokedama Workshop, where you’ll learn the art of this traditional Japanese planting technique, creating beautiful moss ball planters that bring a touch of nature indoors.
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6. Taking Part in a Community Clean-Up in London
For an off-site Earth Day activity that gets you out in the fresh air, consider our Community Clean-Up in London. This team building experience encourages employees to roll up their sleeves and help preserve and enhance local green spaces, such as parks, playgrounds, council estates or community gardens in London. It’s a great opportunity to get away from the desk and make a real, hands-on impact on the environment.
Under the guidance of a gardening expert, your team will take part in a variety of tasks, including digging, planting, pruning and litter picking. Whether you’re giving a park a facelift or transforming an overgrown garden, your efforts will help create beautiful natural spaces for the local community to enjoy. This activity is perfect for all skill levels, from beginners to gardening enthusiasts, so everyone can get involved and contribute.
Not only does this community clean-up help improve the local environment, but it’s also a great way to foster teamwork, communication and a sense of accomplishment. By getting outside and working together on a common goal, your team will feel energised and connected to both nature and each other, making it a memorable and rewarding Earth Day experience.
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20 Best Team Away Day Ideas in London
Looking to plan a team away day in London? Whether your team is based in the city or you’re bringing everyone together from across the UK, London is the perfect place for it. With great transport links, tons of venue options and an unbeatable buzz, London has everything you need for a memorable team away day.
So, what exactly is a team away day? In short, it’s a break from the usual routine, a chance to step away from work, connect with colleagues and take part in activities that boost teamwork and motivation. It’s all about having fun, encouraging collaboration and returning to work feeling re-energised.
The best part? You don’t have to worry about a thing. We handle everything – from choosing the perfect activity for your team to securing the ideal venue in London and running the event seamlessly with our expert team on-site. Plus, all of our team building activities in London are fully mobile, meaning we bring everything to you, whether it’s your office, a conference space or a hired venue in the city.
From high-energy and competitive outdoor challenges to Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)-focused activities and workshops, here are 20 of the best team away day ideas in London to bring your team closer in an unforgettable corporate event.
20 Team Away Day Ideas in London
1. Black Cab Treasure Hunt
Get ready to see London from a whole new perspectcive in this fast-paced team away day activity! Your team will split into smaller groups, each with their own black cab and expert driver. Using a set of cryptic clues, you’ll navigate across the city, racing to uncover hidden locations and complete a series of hands-on challenges at each stop.
From solving puzzles to testing your creativity and teamwork, every task brings you closer to the finish line. But strategy is key – your driver’s insider knowledge could give you the winning edge. The adventure wraps up at a secret final destination, where the scores are revealed, and a well-earned celebratory drink awaits!
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2. Crystal Team Challenge
Step into the Crystal Team Challenge, where brainpower meets physical action in a fast-paced, high-energy activity, brought to you at any location in London! Your team will take on four immersive zones – Aztec, Futuristic, Industrial and Medieval – tackling a mix of puzzles, skill-based tasks and physical challenges to collect as many crystals as possible.
Every crystal earned adds precious seconds to your final showdown in the giant inflatable Cash Grabber Dome. With the clock ticking, teammates take turns diving into the whirlwind of flying gold tickets, grabbing as many as they can before time runs out. Strategy, teamwork and quick thinking will determine which team emerges victorious!
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3. It’s a Knockout
Get ready for an unforgettable day of inflatable mayhem with It’s a Knockout, a downright hilarious away day in London! Teams will face off in a series of wild and wacky active challenges like bouncy assault courses, slippery slides, giant inflatable washing machines, gladiator jousts and so much more!
Rotating through each activity station, teams compete to earn points with every crazy task. After the epic grand finale, the top three teams score medals, and the winners get to pop open a bottle of bubbly! Bold, fun and full of laughs, this event guarantees non-stop energy and team bonding!
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4. Soap Box Derby
Unleash your inner engineer and race car driver with the Soap Box Derby team building activity in London. Split into teams, each group has a dedicated pit zone, where they collaborate to design and build a soap box car – ready to race!
Before you start building, earn your “sponsorship money” by completing a series of racing-themed tasks! Once the shop opens, it’s time to grab your parts and materials, build your car and add those all-important custom touches. Plus, don’t forget to dress up your driver!
Then, it’s race time! Your newly built creation hits the track for a thrilling race against the competition.
Top tip: while speed is important, the judges are looking for creativity too! Ready to take the wheel?
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5. Survival Island
Step out of your comfort zone with Survival Island, where your team will need to work as one to complete a series of hands-on survival tasks. Led by a seasoned survival expert, you’ll dive straight into real-world challenges that require quick thinking and collaboration.
You’ll learn how to start a fire using natural materials and how to build a weatherproof shelter to keep your team safe. You’ll also dive into hands-on first aid training, learn stretcher rescue techniques and discover how to purify water using sand, gravel and grit. To top it off, you’ll master essential knots that could make all the difference in a survival situation. Want to put your team to the test in your next team away day in London?
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6. Company Fun Day
Company Fun Day is a dynamic, fully customisable corporate team building activity in London that perfectly balances excitement and relaxation. Whether you opt for one of our pre-planned packages or build your own from a huge variety of activities, we’ll tailor an event that suits your team perfectly.
With something to suit every preference, explore a diverse range of team away days in London, including:
- Inflatable Fun
- Archery
- Axe Throwing
- Duck or Sheep Herding
- Crazy Golf
- Giant Garden Games
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7. GPS Treasure Hunt
Turn London into your playground with the GPS Treasure Hunt, a fast-paced adventure where strategy, teamwork and laughter lead to victory. Equipped with a high-tech tablet running our custom GPS app, teams set off on a mission to uncover hidden hotspots packed with brain-teasing puzzles, quirky challenges and surprise twists.
Along the way, you’ll snap hilarious photos, complete creative video tasks and solve tricky riddles, all while racing against rival teams for the top spot on the leaderboard. Every challenge earns you points, but time is ticking! Will your team crack the clues, outsmart the competition and claim victory before the clock runs out?
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8. Charity Gift of the Gab
Charity Gift of the Gab is a treasure hunt-style away day idea in London that mixes fun with purpose. Your team will be given a list of essential items and a map of hotspots in London, setting off on a mission to gather supplies for a local charity.
You’ll be working with a limited budget, so negotiation skills are key to scoring the best deals! As the clock ticks down, you’ll race against the other teams to collect as many items as possible, all while knowing that every item you secure will go towards supporting a great cause. It’s a fun, competitive way to give back and bond as a team!
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9. Teamopoly
Step into the world of Teamopoly, where the classic board game is reimagined as a life-sized, high-energy London team building activity. Before stepping on the oversized board, teams dive into a series of fun, fast-paced challenges to earn their starting cash. Then, it’s game on!
Rolling the giant dice, teams move across the board, buying up properties, making deals and strategising their way to success. But watch out – land on the wrong spot and you might end up in real-life jail! With enormous playing pieces, surprise twists and even a live Mr. Monopoly overseeing the action, this interactive experience turns teamwork, tactics and a bit of luck into an unforgettable team away day in London.
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10. School Sports Day
Relive the best bits of your school sports days as teams go head-to-head in a mix of fast-paced, fun challenges. The event kicks off with a high-energy warm-up before teams rotate through a series of competitive games, earning points along the way. School Sports Day challenges include:
- Sports Day Races
- Wacky World
- Field Trip
- Ping Pong Shotput
- Foam Javelin
- Tug of War
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11. Country Sports
Step out of the office and into the great outdoors with a hands-on Country Sports London away day, where classic country pursuits meet modern team building fun.
It’s fully customisable so you get to craft a day that fits your team’s vibe with activities such as:
- Archery
- Duck Herding
- Falconry
- Cannon Firing
- Classic Sports like badminton, croquet and quoits
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12. The Gladiator
Step into the arena and battle for glory in The Gladiator, an adrenaline-fuelled away day activity in London packed with high-energy showdowns. Your group will be split into two rival teams – Gladiators and Contenders – before going head-to-head in a series of fast-paced, inflatable battles, such as:
- Bungee Run
- Relay Assault Course
- The Eliminator
With the crowd cheering and music pumping, it’s a non-stop thrill ride from start to finish, culminating in an epic medal ceremony where the best team stands victorious.
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13. Community Clean Up
A team away day idea in London that’s a little different! Come together with your team and get your hands dirty as you breathe new life into a neglected green space in London.
Guided by a professional horticulturist, you’ll roll up your sleeves and dive into hands-on gardening tasks – digging, planting, pruning and even crafting bug hotels and compost. As the day unfolds, you’ll witness the space transform from overgrown and forgotten to fresh, vibrant and full of life. Not only will you sharpen your green-fingered skills, but you’ll also leave behind a lasting impact, creating a greener, healthier environment for the local community to enjoy.
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14. Sustainability Workshops
Looking for a mix of strategy and fun? Fortune Hunters is a dynamic team building activity for large corporate groups, inspired by the excitement of the hit reality show!
Your group will split into teams, each handed a locked briefcase – but only one holds the fortune! Compete in a series of thrilling challenges, from brain-teasing puzzles and scavenger hunts to estimation games. After each round, the winning team gets a choice: stick with their briefcase or swap it with another. Expect plenty of twists, from sneaky peeks into rivals’ cases to chances to steal the lead!
The excitement builds to a nail-biting finale where the lucky briefcase is finally unlocked, revealing the fortune. Wrap it all up with a lively medal ceremony and bragging rights for the winning team!
15. Wellbeing Workshops
Elevate your team building activity in London with a Wellbeing Workshop, designed to nurture both mind and body through interactive, hands-on sessions. Led by expert facilitators, these experiences are tailored to your team’s unique needs and can be hosted at your office or any venue in or around London. Choose from a variety of workshops such as:
- Yoga Class
- Bubble Art
- Meditation
- Goat Yoga
- Stretch Workshop
- Laughter Workshop
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16. Putt for a Purpose
Turn your office or venue into a unique mini-golf course with a challenge that’s as rewarding as it is fun! In Putt for a Purpose, teams will design, build and play their own custom mini-golf holes, using non-perishable food items as the building materials. But before construction begins, you’ll need to earn your supplies by competing in a series of engaging team challenges!
Once the course is complete, it’s time for a friendly mini-golf tournament where teams put their creations to the test. But the impact goes beyond the game, every food item used in the challenge will be donated to a local charity.
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17. Paws for a Cause
Paws for a Cause combines creativity, teamwork and a love for animals in a London away day that leaves a lasting impact on local shelters. Split into smaller groups, your team will take on a hands-on challenge, creating everything from animal feeders to agility toys, all designed to enhance the lives of shelter animals.
Guided by an expert facilitator, teams will craft essential items for different species, ensuring each creation serves a practical purpose. Once the projects are complete, the equipment is delivered to a local animal shelter, where staff will install it for the animals enjoy the benefits of your team’s hard work.
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18. Under Pressure
Under Pressure is a high-energy away day idea in London that transforms your group into the stars of a thrilling game show! With vibrant lighting, music and props creating an immersive atmosphere, you’ll feel the adrenaline as you race against the clock to complete fast-paced challenges.
Guided by an engaging host, your team will dive into a series of interactive tasks that require quick thinking, collaboration and precision. From sorting balls under time pressure to tackling challenges with blindfolds, every challenge brings you closer to the top of the leaderboard.
This exciting event is perfect for teams looking to boost communication, problem-solving and decision-making skills, all while having a blast!
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19. Record Breakers
Get ready to push boundaries and shatter expectations in Record Breakers, a team away day in London that will test your skills across five adrenaline-pumping zones:
- The Accuracy Arcade
- The Launch Lab
- The Speed Circuit
- The Build & Balance Zone
- The Power Pit
In each zone, your team will face time limits, earn points and compete for the top spot on the leaderboard.
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20. Challenge 100
Get ready for Challenge 100, an exciting and versatile away day idea in London that brings out the best in every individual. In this event, teams are handed a Challenge Book packed with over 100 mini-challenges, from five categories: Sports, Creative, Sensory, Child’s Play and Brain Buster.
It’s all about selecting the challenges that match your team’s strengths and working together to tackle as many as possible within the allotted time. Teams perform these challenges in front of our lively, costumed marshalls, who’ll be awarding points based on creativity, skill and performance.
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17 Ultimate Team Away Day Ideas
Team away days are offsite events where employees step away from their usual work environment to bond, strategise and recharge. They can range from fun and competitive team building to wellbeing and sustainability-themed workshops. The goal is to improve communication, teamwork and motivation in a fresh, engaging setting.
So, what makes a team away day truly successful? At GOTO Events, we’re experts in crafting team away days that seamlessly blend fun with purpose. We offer a diverse range of experiences designed to be both engaging and impactful, ensuring every activity strengthens collaboration, sparks creativity and leaves a lasting impression on your team.
Ready to plan a team away day that goes beyond the usual? Here are 17 expert-approved corporate away day ideas that will energise, inspire and bring your team closer together!
1. GPS Treasure Hunt
The GPS Treasure Hunt takes your team on an existing adventure, making it the perfect blend of fun and engagement for an epic team away day. Armed with high-tech tablet running our custom GPS app, teams navigate the route to uncover hidden hotspots filled with tricky clues, exciting challenges and unexpected surprises. From hilarious photo and video tasks to brain-teasing puzzles, every stop tests your teamwork and creativity while earning you valuable points.
The competition heats up as teams race to outscore each other before time runs out! We run this fully customisable GPS Treasure Hunt anywhere in the UK, providing all equipment and an expert events team to ensure an unforgettable experience.
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2. Crystal Team Challenge
The Crystal Team Challenge is a high-energy event that blends brainpower with physical action in an exciting and competitive team away day. Teams face off in four distinct zones – Aztec, Futuristic, Industrial and Medieval – solving puzzles and completing tasks to earn as many crystals as possible. Each challenge conquered adds to the crystal total, deciding how much time you get in the epic Cash Grabber Dome finale.
In the massive inflatable dome, the intensity rises as team members take turns reaching for the elusive gold tickets, with the clock ticking down.
Are you ready to bring your A-game and feel the heat of the competition? Get in touch today for a free, bespoke proposal!
3. Charity Bike Build
Charity Bike Build is more than just a team away day – it’s a chance to come together, give back and create a lasting impact. Your team will assemble brand-new bikes for children in need across Africa, turning teamwork into something truly meaningful.
We bring everything to you, tools, bike parts and expert guidance, at your venue anywhere in the UK. First, you’ll tackle fun team building games to earn the essential parts, then roll up your sleeves for the hands-on build. To add a personal touch, each bike gets a special message from your team to its future rider.
Once complete, we handle the logistics, ensuring these bikes reach the children who need them most.
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4. Soap Box Derby
Design, build and race your way to victory in the Soap Box Derby team away day! This high-energy outdoor team building away day brings out your team’s creativity, problem-solving and competitive streak, all while having an absolute blast.
Starting with a basic pedal cart and a toolkit, teams will earn extra cash for materials by taking on fun head-to-head challenges. Once you’ve gathered your supplies, it’s time to engineer and decorate your cart and dress your racer. Make it as outrageously creative as you dare – extra points go to the most eye-catching and inventive designs! Then, it’s race time! Buckle up for a thrilling dash around the track, as teams battle it out for a spot on the podium.
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5. Under Pressure
Step into the spotlight of Under Pressure team away day activity where quick thinking, teamwork and a cool head are the keys to victory.
With dramatic lighting, pulse-pounding music, a larger-than-life inflatable game arena and a lively costumed host, this high-energy challenge feels straight out of a hit game show. Teams will practice their skills before diving into head-to-head battles, racking up points and climbing the leaderboard in a race against time.
Expect heart-pounding challenges like:
- Sorting red and white balls at lightning speed
- Stopping a giant timer with pinpoint accuracy
- Navigating obstacles while blindfolded
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6. Master of the Tasks
Welcome to Master of the Tasks, where chaos, creativity and comedy collide! This laugh-out-loud away day idea for team building throws your team into a whirlwind of ridiculous, mind-bending challenges designed to test your wits and teamwork!
Golden envelopes reveal unexpected challenges – some give you time to strategise while others demand instant creativity and quick-fire decisions! With points up for grabs every round and a live leaderboard cranking up the competition, the pressure is on!
Expect witty commentary, hilarious themed music and side-splitting moments as your team battles it out in a world of unpredictable fun.
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7. Putt for a Purpose
Putt for a Purpose is a unique mini-golf experience that combines creativity, teamwork and giving back. Each team will be stationed at a mini-golf hole base to design, build and play. But before you can build, you’ll need supplies! Compete in fun challenges to earn food bank items like boxes, cans and packages that double as your construction materials.
With everything brought to your venue or office and the layout customised to fit your space, teams will engineer their own one-of-a-kind mini-golf holes before taking on the ultimate tournament of mini-golf!
Once the final putt drops, the real impact begins. All food items used in the challenge will be donated to a local charity, turning your corporate away day activity into meaningful support for those in need.
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8. Country Sports
Escape the office and dive into a hands-on Country Sports adventure where classic country pursuits meet modern team building fun. Perfect for large team away days, this event is all about energy and excitement!
It’s fully customisable so you get to craft a day that fits your team’s vibe. Fancy testing your aim with archery? Keen to try the adrenaline rush of axe throwing? Or maybe duck herding and other quirky rural challenges are more your speed. Whatever your team’s style, we’ve got you covered.
Designed for all skill levels, this customisable countryside experience blends friendly competition with interactive fun, creating an unforgettable team away day in the fresh air.
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9. School Sports Day
Bring your team together for a fun-filled outdoor team away day inspired by classic school sports days – only this time, the competition is bigger and bolder! With blue skies and fresh air as your backdrop, it’s the perfect chance to dive into playful challenges and battle for bragging rights.
From Tug of War and Dodgeball to Inflatable Volleyball and Human Table Football, there’s a mix of high-energy games to get everyone involved. Cheer on your teammates, chase down victory and wrap it all up with a grand medal ceremony to crown the champions. This unforgettable throwback is the ultimate way to boost team spirit and enjoy summer!
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10. Quid Games
Brace yourself for a thrilling team away day activity inspired by the iconic show (minus the eliminations)! With themed music, immersive props and costumed actors, your team will be fully transported into the world of Quid Games.
Your mission? Tackle a series of wild and wacky challenges to fill your team’s fishbowl with cash while the ever-watchful guards keep things in check. Expect a mix of familiar favourites from the show and surprising new twists, all designed to keep the energy high and the competition fierce.
Everyone stays in the game until the final buzzer, where we’ll celebrate with an epic awards ceremony, counting up the cash and crowning the ultimate Quid Games champions!
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11. Betrayers
Get ready for Betrayers, a high-stakes team away day where nothing is as it seems. Your team will dive into fast-paced challenges, like cracking codes to open lockboxes or uncovering hidden treasures with an interactive scavenger hunt.
But here’s the twist: someone on your team is working against you. This undercover traitor is quietly disrupting your progress while trying to stay undetected. In the finale, it’s time to expose the betrayer, or risk letting them walk away with victory.
With mystery, mind games and non-stop action, this event keeps everyone on their toes until the very last reveal!
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12. Masterpiece
Step into a world of creativity and teamwork with this Masterpiece team away day activity idea. Your team will be split into groups, each tasked with transforming blank canvases into pieces of a giant masterpiece. But there’s a twist: before you can paint, you’ll need to earn your art supplies by tackling a variety of brain-teasing puzzles and physical challenges.
Once the brushes are in hand, the real fun begins! Teams paint their individual sections while working together to align every detail across the bigger picture. When the final brushstroke is complete, the canvases come together to reveal a stunning artwork, showcasing your collective creativity and cooperation.
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13. Record Breakers
Get ready to push boundaries and shatter expectations in Record Breakers team away day! This experience transforms your team into daring challengers across five adrenaline-fuelled zones, each designed to test a different skillset:
- The Accuracy Arcade
- The Launch Lab
- The Speed Circuit
- The Build & Balance Zone
- The Power Pit
With wacky challenges, team strategy and a leaderboard to track your triumphs, every moment is a shot at glory. Will your team set a new record and claim ultimate bragging rights? Only one way to find out! Get in touch today for a free, bespoke proposal!
14. Survival Island
Survival Island is an immersive team away day that throws your team into a fast-paced, hands-on experience where teamwork isn’t just important – it’s everything. Guided by a survival expert, you’ll dive into real-world survival scenarios that challenge your creativity, resilience and ability to think under pressure, including:
- Ignite fire using only natural materials.
- Build sturdy, weather-proof shelters.
- Perform first aid and stretcher rescues.
- Purify water with sand, gravel and grit.
- Master essential knots for survival situations.
Are you ready to rise to the challenge? Get in touch today for a free, bespoke proposal!
15. It’s a Knockout
Brace yourself for a wild ride! This isn’t your average team away day, It’s a Knockout is an action-packed adventure where teams dive headfirst into a world of bouncy madness and ridiculous challenges!
From giant inflatables, slippery relay races and wacky, over-the-top games, every challenge is designed to spark friendly rivalry and non-stop laughs. With a high-energy host keeping the crowd pumped and feel-good tunes blasting, the atmosphere is electric. You’ll see your teammates bouncing, sliding and rolling their way through outrageous tasks!
It’s messy. It’s hilarious. And it’s guaranteed to be one epic day you’ll never forget!
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16. Wellbeing Workshops
A thriving workplace starts with happy, healthy employees. Since your team spends so much of their time at work, fostering a supportive, healthy environment is essential for keeping them motivated, productive and connected.
Our Wellbeing Workshops are ideal for corporate away days that promote physical and mental wellness through engaging, hands-on sessions tailored to your team’s needs. Delivered by expert instructors, these workshops can take place at your office or any location across the UK. Here are just a few of the workshops we can deliver:
- Yoga Class
- Bubble Art
- Meditation
- Goat Yoga
- Stretch Workshop
- Laughter Workshop
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17. Sustainability Workshops
Turn your team into eco-champions with a hands-on sustainability workshop for your next team away day! Get creative while making a positive impact, whether it’s building a lush living wall to freshen up your office, crafting terrariums or kokedama art for a touch of green or supporting wildlife by assembling birdhouses and bee hotels.
Led by expert facilitators, these interactive sessions are packed with practical skills and inspiring insights into sustainability. Choose a single activity or mix and match for a fully custom team away day. Plus, we bring everything to you, whether it’s your office or a venue of your choice, anywhere in the UK.
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30 Exciting Team Building Activities for Large Groups
Planning a team building event for a large group isn’t easy. The bigger the group, the more diverse the mix of personalities, interests and engagement levels, so it can be tricky to find activities that keep everyone involved and entertained. On top of that, there’s the logistical headache of finding a venue that ticks all the boxes – space, audio-visual setups, catering and even accommodation.
At GOTO Events, we specialise in delivering high-energy, fully immersive team building events for large groups of up to 1,000 participants. Our in-house team has designed an exciting range of activities tailored to large groups, ensuring everyone feels engaged and included. Plus, all our events are completely mobile, meaning we bring the experience directly to your chosen venue. If you’re struggling to find the right space, we’ll help you source a venue that fits your needs perfectly.
In this article, we’ve rounded up 30 of our most exciting corporate team building activities, designed specifically to bring large teams together for fun and unforgettable moments.
30 Spring Team Building Ideas
1. The Crystal Team Challenge – The Ultimate Adventure
Get ready for an adrenaline-fuelled team building challenge that’s perfect for large groups and packed with strategy, skill and friendly competition! In the Crystal Team Challenge, your group will be split into teams to rotate through four epic challenge zones – Medieval, Aztec, Industrial and Futuristic – tackling fun and fast-paced challenges to collect as many crystals as possible.
Then, it all comes down to the grand finale! One player from each team will step into a giant inflatable dome for the ultimate ticket grab. Snatch as many golden tickets as you can to climb the leaderboard. But watch out for those sneaky silver ones, or you’ll lose points!
2. Master of the Tasks – Wildly Fun!
Looking for a large group team building activity that’s full of laughs and surprises? Master of the Tasks is the ultimate game, packed with unpredictable challenges that keep everyone on their toes.
This team building event splits participants into smaller teams, making sure everyone gets involved. Teams will need creativity, quick thinking and a sense of humour to tackle each quirky challenge.
Tasks are revealed one by one in golden envelopes, with some giving you time to plan, while others throw you straight into the action! With points up for grabs after every round and a live leaderboard keeping the competition fierce, who will rise to the top?
3. Soap Box Derby – Build, Race, Win
Strap in for a fast, fun and totally unpredictable team building event game for large groups! In the Soap Box Derby, each team will design, build and race their very own pedal-powered carts. Starting with a basic cart, a toolkit and a pile of materials, teams will need to earn extra supplies by completing challenges along the way. The more imaginative the design, the more points up for grabs. But don’t forget, your cart needs to survive the final showdown!
It all leads up to the big race, where teams take to the track for a high-energy dash to the finish line. Will your team build the ultimate speed machine or the most outrageous ride on the course?
4. Charity Bike Build – Teamwork with a Purpose
Bring your team together for a meaningful, hands-on challenge that goes beyond just team building. In Charity Bike Build, large groups break into smaller teams, each on a mission to assemble a brand-new bike for a child in need.
But first, you’ll need to earn your bike parts by taking on fun, fast-paced challenges. Once you’ve got everything you need, it’s time to grab your tools and get building! Every bike is checked for safety before being donated, ensuring it’s ready for its new owner.
It’s teamwork with a purpose, combining problem-solving, collaboration and the desire to make a real difference!
5. Putt for a Purpose – Mini-Golf with a Charitable Twist
Putt for a Purpose is a fun and meaningful team building activity for large groups that gets teams working together to design and build their own unique mini-golf holes using non-perishable food items that will later be donated to charity.
Each team starts at their mini-golf base, earning supplies through exciting challenges. From stacking cans to shaping tricky obstacles, teamwork is key to crafting a playable and creative course. Once all the holes are ready, it’s time for a friendly tournament, where everyone gets a chance to putt their way to victory!
The best part? Every food item used in the game goes straight to a local food bank, turning team spirit into real-world support for those in need.
6. Apprentices – The Boardroom Battle
Step into the world of big deals and bold ideas with Apprentices, an immersive business simulation team building activity where creativity, strategy and teamwork take centre stage.
From the moment you enter the boardroom, you’ll feel the pressure. Dramatic music, themed props and the watchful eye of Sir Alex Sweetex, our business tycoon, set the tone for what’s ahead. Teams will dive into a series of fast-paced business tasks, testing their leadership, problem-solving and commercial instincts as they race to impress the boss.
It all builds up to the final pitch, where teams go head-to-head, presenting their ideas to a panel of experts. One team will claim victory while the rest hold their breath, waiting to hear those dreaded words: “You’re fired!”
7. It’s a Knockout – Inflatable Showdown
Get ready for the most outrageous outdoor team building event! It’s a Knockout is an inflatable team adventure designed for large groups looking to unleash their competitive side while having an absolute blast!
From wobbly relay races to foamy obstacle courses, you’ll dive, bounce and scramble through a series of over-the-top games that will leave everyone in stitches. With a hyped-up MC and upbeat tunes, this event is pure energy and hilarious chaos from start to finish. Get ready to see your teammates in the most outrageous (and unforgettable!) situations as you battle it out for bragging rights, medals and bubbly!
8. Jailbreak – The Race to Free Your Team
In Jailbreak team building activity for large groups of employees, your team is in a race against time as two teammates are taken prisoner, shackled together in bright orange jumpsuits and at risk of being locked in jail. Divided into two groups, each team picks two brave participants to become the prisoners.
When the clock starts ticking, teams must make their way through five challenge zones: Physical, Sensory, Creative, Child’s Play and Brain Busters. With over 100 fun challenges, every task completed earns valuable puzzle pieces.
In the grand finale, teams face off to crack the code, free their prisoners and claim victory. The first team to escape wins gold, while the losing team faces the jail’s punishment!
9. Survival Island – Team Up & Triumph Together
Survival Island is a hands-on experience that throws your team into a series of thrilling, simulated survival challenges that’ll test their ability to collaborate and think on their feet. Led by a survival expert, your group will dive into a resilience training program packed with practical skills and knowledge.
Split into teams, they’ll take on exciting tasks like starting fires from scratch, crafting shelters, handling first aid, building stretchers, mastering essential knots and even purifying water using sand, gravel and charcoal.
Survival Island isn’t just about learning cool survival tricks, it’s about bringing your team closer as they work together to “survive” and succeed. By the end, they’ll walk away with new skills, stronger connections and a shared sense of accomplishment.
10. Ultimate Quiz – The Live Gameshow Experience
The Ultimate Quiz is the ultimate crowd-pleaser, designed for big groups and flexible to work in most venues. But this isn’t just any quiz – it’s a full-blown gameshow experience where the energy, competition and laughs are next-level!
Our charismatic quizmaster will keep the vibe electric as they lead your team through rounds inspired by iconic shows like Who Wants to Be a Millionaire, The Weakest Link and Catchphrase. From Celebrity Quiz and Movie Mash-up to Logo Challenges, Top 10 lists and brain-teasers like Operation and Cinema Nyms, there’s a mix of creativity and classic trivia to keep everyone hooked!
11. Archery and Duck Herding – Bullseyes and Total Quackery
Archery & Duck Herding team building delivers big-time fun for large groups, blending two totally different but equally awesome challenges. And don’t worry – the archers and the ducks stay safely apart!
Your team will split their time between two epic activities. First up: archery. With guidance from our expert instructors, you’ll learn to handle traditional longbows and test your skills at the targets with focus, precision and a little friendly competition.
Then, switch gears for duck herding! You’ll team up to guide a flock of adorable ducks through an obstacle course using a clever sheepdog. Our instructor will teach you the commands to direct the dog and get those ducks where they need to go.
12. First Past the Post – A Thrilling Night at the Races
Step into the thrill of race night with First Past the Post! Our lively bookie will kick things off in style, guiding your group through an action-packed race program. Split into smaller teams, you’ll get your hands on fun money and betting slips, ready to strategise, take risks and cheer.
Watch the odds, choose your champion horse and hold your breath as the races light up the big screen. With our host’s energetic commentary and the crowd going wild for their favourites, the vibe is pure excitement!
Perfect for large groups, First Past the Post is a corporate team building event that’s all about fun, friendly competition and unforgettable moments!
13. The Gladiator – Contenders, Ready! Gladiators, Ready!
Ready to unleash your inner warrior? The Gladiator is a high-energy outdoor team building event, tailor-made for large teams who love a little friendly competition!
The action kicks off as your group splits into two teams: Gladiators and Contenders. From there, it’s all-out fun as you face off in a mix of intense and hilarious head-to-head challenges. Dive into fast-paced inflatable games like the Bungee Run, Relay Assault Course and The Eliminator finale. Race against the clock, push your limits and give it everything you’ve got to claim the grand prize!
With pumping music, immersive decorations and a thrilling medal ceremony to wrap it all up, The Gladiator is guaranteed to be the most talked-about event of the year.
14. Fortune Hunters – Unlock the Fun!
Looking for a mix of strategy and fun? Fortune Hunters is a dynamic team building activity for large corporate groups, inspired by the excitement of the hit reality show!
Your group will split into teams, each handed a locked briefcase – but only one holds the fortune! Compete in a series of thrilling challenges, from brain-teasing puzzles and scavenger hunts to estimation games. After each round, the winning team gets a choice: stick with their briefcase or swap it with another. Expect plenty of twists, from sneaky peeks into rivals’ cases to chances to steal the lead!
The excitement builds to a nail-biting finale where the lucky briefcase is finally unlocked, revealing the fortune. Wrap it all up with a lively medal ceremony and bragging rights for the winning team!
15. School Sports Day – Nostalgia Meets Team Building
Step back into the fun and frenzy of school sports day with this large group team building event. It’s all about classic outdoor games with a competitive twist, where teamwork and laughs take centre stage.
Grab your headbands, rally your team and dive into a lineup of nostalgic favourites with fun twists like Tug of War, Swing Ball, Human Football Table, Badminton, Dodgeball and Inflatable Volleyball. Score points, strategise and go all-out to claim victory.
The day wraps up with an epic medal ceremony, leaving everyone buzzing with team spirit and a sense of accomplishment. School Sports Day is the perfect mix of nostalgia, friendly competition and unforgettable memories!
16. Challenge 100 – 100 Tasks, Endless Fun!
Challenge 100 is an energetic team building event packed with – you guessed it – 100 different challenges! Perfect for large, diverse groups, this team building activity is designed so everyone can join in, no matter their background or skill level. It’s all about inclusivity, teamwork and making sure every participant gets their moment to shine.
Your group will be split into smaller teams, racing against the clock to tackle as many challenges as possible from the five zones: Sports, Creative, Sensory, Child’s Play and Brain Buster. With lively judges keeping score and ramping up the excitement, the competition stays fierce and fun from start to finish.
17. Totally Wipeout – Bounce, Battle, Repeat
Totally Wipeout is a larger-than-life team building event for big groups, bringing all the thrills, spills and hilarious action of a head-to-head inflatable bonanza. Think massive red balls, crazy assault courses and even a giant wrecking ball!
With vibrant colours, pumping music and a hype-worthy host on the mic, the energy is electric from the moment your team steps into the arena. Teams will go head-to-head in a series of wild challenges, racing against the clock to rack up the fastest times and highest scores. Expect fierce competition, epic wipeouts and plenty of laughs along the way.
Totally Wipeout is all about teamwork, adrenaline and unforgettable fun that your large group will be talking about long after the dust settles!
18. Record Breakers – Unlock Your Hidden Talent
Step into a world where ordinary moments turn extraordinary! Record Breakers is the ultimate playground for large groups, designed to uncover hidden talents and spark unforgettable team connections across five challenge zones:
- Flip & Balance Bay
- Launch & Flight Lab
- Power & Precision Plaza
- Relay & Race Arena
- Tower & Stack Station
With a mix of teamwork, strategy and a dash of friendly competition, this is your chance to push limits, break records and create lasting memories with your team!
19. Outdoor Adrenaline – Multi-Activity Adventure Day
Energise your large group with Outdoor Adrenaline, a multi-activity team building day packed with adventure and challenges that’ll get your team laughing, competing and creating unforgettable memories!
Customise your day by picking from a mix of exciting team building activities like:
- Laser clay
- Pigeon shooting
- Blindfold off-road driving
- Target archery,
- Off-road buggies
- Quad bike trails
20. The Haka – A Powerful Team Experience
Bring your team together with an electrifying team building ice breaker for large groups – the Haka, led by an expert Māori team. This immersive session goes beyond performance – it’s about connection, culture and unity. Your group will dive into the deep-rooted traditions of the Haka, learning its symbolic movements, rhythmic chants and fierce expressions.
Perfect for large groups, this experience will physically energise your team while encouraging them to embrace team spirit and shared connection. As everyone stomps, slaps and chants in unison, barriers dissolve, confidence builds and a lasting sense of camaraderie takes hold. The result? A thrilling, unforgettable moment that stays with your team long after the final roar.
21. Country Sports – Tradition, Teamwork & Fun
Step into the great outdoors with Country Sports, a team building event where tradition meets excitement. Designed for large groups, this experience lets you handpick the activities that best suit your team’s interests. Whether it’s the skill of archery, the thrill of axe throwing, the charm of duck herding or a taste of quintessentially English pastimes, you can tailor the day to create the perfect mix of challenge and fun.
Suitable for all abilities, this event brings people together through friendly competition and hands-on experiences in a relaxed, countryside setting. It’s interactive, memorable and completely customisable – so your team gets exactly what they’re looking for!
22. Boomwhackers – Uniting Through Music
Boomwhackers bring a burst of colour and sound to your large corporate event! In this fun, interactive activity, you will collaborate to create vibrant music using colourful tubes that produce different musical notes when tapped together or on a surface. Each Boomwhacker is colour-coded to match a note, and with guidance from our expert host, your team will quickly find their rhythm and start playing in harmony. Tunes like “The Lion Sleeps Tonight” and “Twinkle, Twinkle Little Star” are just a few examples your team will master.
Perfect for large teams, this activity will energise your group and create an unforgettable, collaborative experience!
23. Let’s Get Ready to Jungle – Show the Celebrities How It’s Done!
Step into the heart of the jungle with Let’s Get Ready to Jungle, an immersive corporate team building event for large groups where teams face exciting challenges to prove who’s best equipped to handle the jungle.
With guidance from your instructor, you’ll learn essential survival skills like building shelters and navigating challenge zones. But beware – your team will also confront fears like snakes, tarantulas and other jungle critters! Work together to collect gold stars, overcome obstacles and come out on top. It’s all about teamwork, courage and lots of fun!
24. Wall Street Winners – Build Your Team’s Empire
Step into the exciting world of high-stakes investing! In Wall Street Winners team building activity, you’ll join forces with your colleagues to become savvy investor tycoons. Each team starts with the same starting cash and faces a series of investment opportunities presented by our engaging host.
As news updates shake up stock prices, quick thinking, smart decisions and teamwork will be crucial to success. The competition heats up as teams work to build the most valuable empire. Ideal for large groups, this event ensures that everyone in your team gets involved in the deal-making action. The team with the most profitable empire at the end wins it all!
25. Survivor – Push Your Team’s Limits
Get ready for a thrilling outdoor experience where your survival skills are put to the ultimate test. In Survivor team building event, your large group will split into teams and go head-to-head in various survival activities. You’ll learn vital survival skills while pushing your teamwork and perseverance to the limit in challenges like:
- Team Flag
- Walk the Plank
- Build a Den
- Rescue Mission
Teams will need to work together using collaboration and determination to overcome each obstacle and prove which group has the toughest spirit.
26. Kidnap Your MD – Can You Save the Day?
In this thrilling team building challenge, your MD is taken by mysterious masked figures. It’s up to your team to track them down! Whether the kidnapping unfolds in real-time or via a dramatic pre-recorded video, the mission is clear – solve the mystery before time runs out.
Split into teams, participants will follow a trail of cryptic clues, interrogate witnesses and suspects and work with police informants to uncover the truth. Along the way, they’ll engage in hands-on forensic tasks like fingerprint analysis, fibre examination and digital suspect sketches.
Perfect for large groups, this immersive experience gets everyone involved, sharpening problem-solving skills and encouraging teamwork in an unforgettable race to rescue the boss!
27. GPS Treasure Hunt – Team Up to Solve the Mystery
Turn any location into a thrilling battleground with the GPS Treasure Hunt, a dynamic team building activity for large groups. This event blends problem-solving, teamwork and a competitive edge, keeping everyone engaged as they navigate a local area.
Teams are equipped with a high-tech tablet featuring our custom GPS app, guiding them to hidden hotspots where they’ll crack codes, solve puzzles and take on entertaining challenges. With every task completed, points are earned. But with the clock ticking and rival teams on your heels, strategy is key!
Fully adaptable to any UK location, this team building adventure guarantees excitement, teamwork and unforgettable memories!
28. Teamopoly – Step Inside the Game
Ever dreamed of jumping into a board game? In Teamopoly, everything is supersized – including the competition! With a giant board, oversized dice and live characters bringing the game to life (yes, even Mr. Monopoly himself), your team will be fully immersed in this high-stakes challenge.
Roll the dice, make strategic moves and take on entertaining challenges as you race around the board, collecting points and outmanoeuvring rival teams. Every turn brings new surprises, from chance encounters to head-to-head showdowns.
Designed for large groups, Teamopoly is a thrilling mix of teamwork, strategy and friendly rivalry – because in this game, only the sharpest and most strategic team will claim victory!
29. Generation Game – Classic Gameshow Fun
Step into the spotlight of Generation Game and take on a series of hilarious, fast-paced challenges inspired by classic gameshows. With an energetic host and plenty of quirky props, teams will compete in rounds like:
- Black/White Cat
- Countdown Conundrums
- Family Fortunes
- Don’t Show Keith Your Teeth
- Peekaboo
- Masked Dancer
- Higher or Lower
Perfect for large groups, this interactive event guarantees laughter, friendly competition and full-on engagement.
30. Lights, Camera, Action – Step into the Spotlight
Step into the world of film with Lights, Camera, Action! This team building experience is all about creativity, where everyone gets involved – whether you’re behind the camera or in the spotlight. Teams will brainstorm a story, write a fun script and rehearse the scenes. With music, special effects and props from the costume collection, the possibilities are endless!
Whether you’re filming a futuristic news report, crafting a short film or creating a movie trailer, this hands-on activity lets your team come together to turn your vision into reality. Perfect for large, diverse groups, it’s a chance to spark creativity, showcase your talents and have a blast in the process!
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30 Spring Team Building Activities To Refresh Your Team
With longer days, brighter weather and a renewed sense of energy in the air, spring is the ideal time to bring everyone together for some fun and engaging corporate team building activities. Hosting a team building event in the spring is a great way to reconnect after the slower winter months, set the tone for the rest of the year and spark creativity as everyone embraces the fresh start that spring naturally brings.
But let’s face it – spring weather can be unpredictable. That’s why we’ve curated a list of 30 versatile spring team building ideas that are perfectly suited for this season. From indoor options that keep everyone comfortable on rainy days to outdoor adventures that make the most of those later spring days when the weather is at its best, there’s something here for every team.
Let’s dive into these 30 spring team building activities that will leave your team feeling refreshed, motivated and ready to tackle whatever comes next.
30 Spring Team Building Ideas
1. Living Wall Workshop
Spring is the season when nature comes to life, so what better way to celebrate it than by bringing a touch of nature into your office? The Living Wall Workshop is an ideal spring office activity, allowing your team to create a vibrant, green space that brightens up the office and boosts overall wellbeing.
We’ll supply everything needed for the workshop and bring an expert instructor to guide your team through the process. Together, you’ll design and build a custom living wall that perfectly complements your office style and space. As you plant vibrant foliage and flowers, you’ll engage in enjoyable team building games that inspire creativity and foster collaboration. Contact us today for a bespoke proposal!
2. Build a Birdhouse
Spring is the perfect time to give back to nature with our Build a Birdhouse workshop. This spring-themed team building activity offers your team the chance to support bird conservation by creating birdhouses for nesting birds. Plus, it’s a fun and engaging way to unite your team and embrace the spirit of spring!
Your team will take on exciting challenges to earn the materials needed to build their birdhouses. With the guidance of our expert facilitator, everyone will learn practical DIY skills while assembling beautiful and functional wooden birdhouses.
At the end of the activity, you’ll have several birdhouses ready to be installed in your gardens as a meaningful way to embrace spring and contribute to nature. Contact us today for a bespoke proposal!
3. Build a Bee Hotel
Embrace sustainability this spring with our Bee Hotel Sustainability workshop. As the weather warms and bees begin to emerge, this activity gives your team the opportunity to support bee conservation and biodiversity by building homes for these crucial pollinators.
With guidance from our expert facilitator, your team will work together to create Bee Hotels, gaining practical skills while learning about sustainability and the role of Bee Hotels in supporting bee populations.
Once complete, the Bee Hotels can be taken home and installed in your gardens, providing a safe space for bees to thrive and benefiting your local environment. It’s a meaningful way to celebrate spring while making a positive impact. Contact us today for a bespoke proposal!
4. Create Living Art
Spring is all about fresh starts and growth, making it the perfect time for an upcycling team project. The Create Living Art spring team building lets your team breathe new life into discarded items, transforming them into beautiful art. It’s a unique blend of gardening, upcycling and creativity, ideal for bringing everyone together in the spirit of spring.
With expert facilitators guiding the way, your team will create unique art pieces using recycled materials, plants, moss and driftwood. Whether you’re turning old frames into living masterpieces or repurposing shoes into quirky planters, you’ll be inspired by nature and the season’s vibrant energy while bonding as a team. Contact us today for a bespoke proposal!
5. Community Clean Up
Community Clean Up is a London-based team building activity and the perfect way to channel the season’s energy into something meaningful. As nature begins to bloom, your team comes together to transform a neglected public green space, bringing life, colour and purpose back to the area and making a tangible impact in your community.
This hands-on activity lets your team connect with nature and each other, all while learning practical gardening skills. From planting and pruning to building bug hotels and composting, every task contributes to transforming the space into something vibrant and inviting. By the end of the day, your team will feel a sense of pride, knowing they’ve helped create a greener, more enjoyable space for everyone. Contact us today for a bespoke proposal!
6. Masterpiece
Bring your team together for a fun, creative and collaborative team building activity that will unlock everyone’s artistic side. In Masterpiece, each team receives blank canvases to recreate a part of a larger picture – but there’s a twist! To earn your painting materials, like brushes and paint, you’ll first need to complete a series of exciting mental and physical challenges.
Once you’ve gathered your materials, it’s time to dive into the creative process. What makes this activity truly special is the ability to tailor the design to your preference, whether it’s a spring-inspired theme, a reflection of your company’s values or a visual representation of your team’s goals.
When the final masterpiece is assembled, your team will see the stunning results of their creativity and collaboration. Contact us today for a free, bespoke proposal!
7. The Haka
Spring is the prime season for conferences and corporate events, offering an opportunity to captivate your attendees with truly unique energiser activities like the Haka. This interactive team building experience showcases the traditional Māori Haka, celebrated for its electrifying chants, powerful gestures and unifying energy.
Our skilled performers will bring the power of the Haka to your event, delivering an unforgettable session at any venue in the UK. Participants will step out of their comfort zones, mastering the rhythmic movements, synchronised actions and vocal expressions that make the Haka so impactful. Beyond the fun and excitement, this workshop fosters confidence, connection and a powerful sense of shared achievement. Contact us today for a bespoke proposal!
8. Boomwhackers
Another fantastic example of a conference energiser to try this spring, Boomwhackers, is a unique musical activity, guaranteed to break the ice and create a show-stopping moment at your large-scale event.
Participants will learn to play the lightweight, colour-coded Boomwhackers, with each representing a musical note and producing sound when tapped together or against a surface. Played in unison, they create a magical harmony that unites the entire group. No musical experience is required – our expert host will guide everyone step by step, ensuring the group gets in sync quickly and effortlessly.
With flexible sessions to fit your schedule, Boomwhackers is a vibrant addition to any conference or corporate event, and we’ll bring the fun straight to your venue. Get in touch today for expert advice and pricing!
9. Under Pressure
Bring some much-needed energy to your team this spring with Under Pressure, a dynamic and exciting team building activity that’s all about fun and collaboration. With themed lighting, music, props and a full-size inflatable game arena, your team will feel like contestants on a thrilling game show. Guided by our charismatic host, you’ll take on a series of fun, fast-paced challenges, working together to earn points and climb the leaderboard. Challenge examples include:
- Sort the red and white balls into separate containers against the clock.
- Stop the timer with precision at the exact moment.
- Tackle the barrier while blindfolded.
It’s more than just a game – it’s a high-energy, collaborative activity that strengthens bonds and energises your team, leaving them motivated and ready to tackle new challenges. Contact us today for a bespoke proposal!
10. Challenge 100
Challenge 100 is the perfect spring team building activity for teams with diverse skills and interests. Each team receives a Challenge Book filled with over 100 mini-challenges across five exciting categories: Sports, Creative, Sensory, Child’s Play and Brain Buster. Teams can select the games that best align with their strengths, aiming to complete as many as possible within the time limit to earn points.
Before diving into the challenges, teams will have a practice session to prepare. Then, they’ll step up in front of our costumed marshalls who will judge their performances and award points.
With plenty of excitement, friendly rivalry and high-energy tasks, Challenge 100 is a fantastic team building experience that guarantees fun and collaboration. Get in touch today for a free, bespoke proposal!
11. Fortune Hunters
Bring energy, competition, strategy and loads of fun to your spring team building with Fortune Hunters, an engaging event inspired by the hit reality show.
Your group will be split into teams, each given a locked briefcase – one of which holds the fortune! Teams will go head-to-head in a series of exciting challenges, from puzzles to scavenger hunts. The winners of each round can then choose to keep their briefcase or trade it with another team. Expect plenty of twists, including sneaky peeks into rival briefcases and opportunities for some good-natured stealing!
In the finale, the team with the lucky briefcase unlocks the fortune, followed by a thrilling medal ceremony to celebrate the winners. Get in touch today for a free, bespoke proposal!
12. Apprentices
Challenge your team to think creatively and innovate with Apprentices. This high-energy team building experience transforms the boardroom into a competitive arena, complete with dramatic music and immersive theming to set the stage.
Led by the formidable Sir Alex Sweetex, teams will tackle engaging business challenges designed to develop leadership, teamwork and strategic thinking. The competition heats up as teams race to impress Sir Alex while avoiding missteps that could cost them the game.
In the final boardroom, teams present their ideas, with Sir Alex and his advisors deciding the winner. One team will triumph, while the others face the tension of hearing, “You’re fired!” Contact us today for a bespoke proposal!
13. Master of the Tasks
Welcome to the wild and wacky world of Master of the Tasks, a side-splitting team building event that will have your group laughing from start to finish. This competition is designed for everyone, but don’t expect it to be a breeze – the clock is ticking and the pressure is on to outshine the other teams!
The key to success lies in quick thinking and creativity as teams tackle funny challenges like Smartie Pants, Blindfold Balloon or Condiment Caricature. Each task is a surprise, revealed one at a time from golden envelopes, keeping everyone on their toes. With more than 20 challenges to conquer, this spring team building event promises endless laughter, surprises and unforgettable team moments. Contact us today for a bespoke proposal!
14. Wall Street Winners
Experience the thrill of the stock market with Wall Street Winners, a fast-paced and competitive spring team building activity designed to bring out your team’s strategic side. Armed with a starting budget, teams will dive into the excitement of buying and selling shares, aiming to grow their fortune and build the ultimate financial empire.
Led by our charismatic Wall Street host, the pressure intensifies as news updates and market fluctuations appear on the screen, forcing teams to adapt quickly and make bold investment decisions. By the end of the session, the team with the highest profits wins.
Loud, exhilarating and filled with high-stakes negotiations, this activity guarantees a memorable and energising experience for everyone! Contact us today for a bespoke proposal!
15. Crime Scene Experience
Transform your venue into a gripping Crime Scene Experience, where your team becomes the detectives in an interactive murder mystery. Equipped with investigator costumes, your group will dive into a scene filled with realistic clues and evidence to unravel.
Each team will be assigned their own forensic zone, tasked with investigating key pieces of evidence like hair, fibres, fingerprints and blood spatters. Using sharp logic and keen deduction, teams will analyse the details and work together to piece everything together. The ultimate challenge: who’s the killer? It’s a captivating, hands-on experience that’ll have your team using their wits to crack the case. Contact us today for a bespoke proposal!
16. First Past the Post
Spring is here, and with it comes the excitement of iconic horse racing events like Cheltenham and the Grand National. Now, imagine bringing that adrenaline-filled energy to your team building event! First Past the Post lets you experience all the thrill of the races in a lively, interactive setting!
Step into the paddock as our charismatic bookie walks you through the race programme. Armed with fun money and betting slips, you’ll track the odds and pick your horse to back. As the race plays out on the big screen, the excitement builds and you’ll be on the edge of your seat, cheering for your horse with our host’s lively commentary adding to the suspense. It’s a high-energy, immersive experience that’s sure to bring your team together in a fun and competitive atmosphere! Contact us today for a bespoke proposal!
17. Kidnap Your MD
The Kidnap Your MD spring team building event begins with a dramatic twist: your MD is kidnapped by masked men! This thrilling scenario can unfold through a live enactment or a pre-recorded video. Now, it’s up to your team to uncover the mystery – what happened, why and how to rescue the boss.
Working together, you’ll investigate the clues left behind by the kidnappers, interviewing witnesses, suspects and police informants to piece together critical information. Dive into real-life forensic tasks, like examining fingerprints, analysing fibres from the crime scene and even creating digital e-fits of potential suspects. It’s a high-stakes, interactive experience that will challenge your team’s investigative skills and teamwork! Contact us today for a bespoke proposal!
18. VR Escape Room
Spring is the perfect time to embrace new experiences, and what better way to add an exciting challenge to your season than with our VR Escape Room? In this thrilling team building event, your group will split into two teams: the virtual reality team and the real-world team.
The VR team will wear headsets and dive into a captivating 360-degree environment, exploring an intriguing escape room while interacting with objects. Meanwhile, the real-world team will solve clues and communicate key information to help guide the VR team towards escape.
With simple controls, even VR newcomers can jump in and enjoy the experience. We provide all the equipment and an expert host, bringing this immersive adventure straight to your venue anywhere in the UK! Contact us today for a bespoke proposal!
19. VR Bomb Squad
Another VR team building event we can bring straight to your venue, VR Bomb Squad is a unique experience that combines virtual reality and real-world elements in a thrilling way. As the clock ticks down, one brave teammate will wear the VR headset, stepping into the immersive world of the Bomb Squad. Using controllers, they’ll navigate the virtual environment, disarming explosives before time runs out. Meanwhile, the rest of the team, in the real world, will have the crucial instructions and clues needed to guide their teammate through intense, yet fun, scenarios.
The key to success? Clear communication and effective strategy. Get in touch today for a free, bespoke proposal!
20. Record Breakers
The Record Breakers spring team building activity is designed for teams with a mix of abilities, offering four exciting challenge zones, each tapping into different talents. Whether your team has athletes ready to dominate the Sports Zone, outgoing personalities poised to impress in the Entertainment Zone, sharp minds eager to excel in the Science Zone, or tech-savvy experts geared up for the Technology Zone, there’s a perfect challenge for everyone.
You can plan your picks strategically or take a more relaxed approach – either way, all activities are designed to be inclusive and engaging for everyone. What’s key is a spirit of dedication, teamwork and a touch of playful fun to break each record! Get in touch today for a free, bespoke proposal!
21. Teamopoly
If you’ve ever felt the rush of competition in the classic board game, just imagine stepping into our life-sized Teamopoly where everything is larger than life – especially your desire to win! With live characters roaming the board, giant props and Mr. Monopoly himself overseeing the action, you’ll enter an entirely new world where it’s all or nothing.
Your team will roll the giant dice, move across the oversized Teamopoly board, and take on fun challenges to rack up points, all while competing against other teams for the ultimate victory. Whether indoors or as part of an exciting outdoor spring team building experience, we bring the adventure to you! Reach out today for a free, bespoke proposal!
22. Charity Bike Build
Charity Bike Build is a powerful way to bring your team together while making a real difference – by assembling brand-new bicycles for children in need in Africa. Whether indoors or outdoors for the warmer spring days, this event fosters teamwork, compassion and purpose.
We’ll bring everything to your venue, including all the necessary equipment and dedicated staff. Teams will engage in exciting team building games to earn bike parts, then roll up their sleeves for the hands-on task of building the bikes, guided by our experts.
Once the event concludes, we’ll handle the delivery to the charity. It’s a rewarding experience that enhances collaboration, builds practical skills and creates a deep sense of accomplishment. Reach out today for a free, bespoke proposal!
23. Charity Bake Off
Celebrate the spirit of spring with Charity Bake Off, a hands-on baking experience where your team can create delicious Easter-themed treats for a local homeless charity. Led by a Michelin-star-trained pastry chef, this unique team building event combines creativity, practical skills and collaboration, all while making a meaningful difference in your community.
We’ll bring everything you need to your venue, including a fully stocked mobile kitchen with tools and ingredients. Teams will have their own workstations, ready to follow a mouth-watering demo from the chef before diving into the baking process.
Once the treats are baked to perfection, we’ll carefully package them and deliver them to a local homeless charity that same day. Get in touch today for a free, bespoke proposal!
24. Paws for a Cause
This spring, make a real difference for local animal shelters with Paws for a Cause. In this heartwarming team building activity, you will craft essential items for animal enclosures, including feeders, furniture and agility toys. Split into smaller teams and guided by our expert facilitator, you’ll channel your DIY skills and teamwork into creating gear that will improve the lives of shelter animals.
Once the event wraps up, we’ll deliver your handmade creations to the chosen animal charity. The shelter staff will set up the items and share heartwarming photos and videos of the animals enjoying their new gear. Get in touch today for a free, bespoke proposal!
25. Putt for a Purpose
Whether enjoyed outdoors this spring or indoors at a venue of your choice, Putt for a Purpose is a fun and rewarding charity team building event that makes a real difference in your community.
Participants are divided into teams, each stationed at a mini-golf hole base. Teams take on exciting challenges to earn supplies from the food bank zone, including boxes, cans and packages. Using these materials, they’ll work together to design and build their own unique mini-golf holes. Once the course is complete, the fun continues with a lively mini-golf tournament where everyone gets to test their creations.
At the end of the event, all the food bank items used will be donated to charity, directly benefiting those in need. Contact us today for a bespoke proposal!
26. Operation Supply Drop
Bring your team together this spring for a meaningful and action-packed mission with Operation Supply Drop, an army-inspired charity challenge. This unique team building activity combines problem-solving, collaboration and giving back to the community by creating care packages for local charities.
Your group will compete in a variety of exciting challenges, from memory and survival tasks to skill-based and precision exercises. Each activity offers an opportunity to earn funds needed to build the care packages.
After the event, GOTO Events will deliver the care packages to a chosen charity, ensuring they reach those who need them most. Reach out today to learn more and plan your event!
27. Charity Gift of the Gab
Get ready for an exciting treasure hunt-style challenge with Gift of the Gab, a charity team building event that’s as fun as it is impactful. This activity combines problem-solving, teamwork and negotiation skills as your team works together to gather essential items for a local charity.
Armed with a list of items and a map of nearby hotspots, each team sets out on a mission to collect as many items as possible. With a strict budget in hand, you’ll need to use your negotiation skills to secure the best deals. The competition heats up as teams race to gather the most supplies before time runs out, knowing that everything collected will be donated to a good cause. Contact us today for a bespoke proposal!
28. GPS Treasure Hunt
Enjoy the great outdoors and the fresh spring air with the GPS Treasure Hunt, an exciting way to bring your team together and explore your local area. This interactive adventure combines exploration, teamwork and a bit of friendly competition, all designed to energise and connect your group.
Divided into smaller teams, each group receives a high-tech tablet with our custom GPS app, guiding them to secret hotspots along the route. At each location, teams will solve tricky clues and complete a variety of fun tasks for points as they race against the clock and each other.
GPS Treasure Hunt can be customised to any location across the UK, providing a unique, memorable experience wherever your team is based. Contact us today for a bespoke proposal!
29. Crystal Team Challenge
The Crystal Team Challenge is the perfect late-spring outdoor event, combining mental and physical challenges in a fun, competitive format. As the days get longer and the weather warms, it’s the ideal time to get your team outside and into the action. Teams compete to collect crystals across four game zones: Aztec, Futuristic, Industrial and Medieval.
As teams conquer each zone, they earn more crystals, which determine how much time they get inside the exhilarating Cash Grabber Dome. Under the spring sun, the pressure builds as team members take turns grabbing the gold tickets in the Dome. Contact us today for a bespoke proposal!
30. School Sports Day
Spring is the perfect time to relive the excitement of your school sports day in this action-packed team building event! With the fresh air and sunny weather, it’s the ideal season for rallying your team and diving into classic outdoor games with a fun twist to score points and claim victory.
Get your headbands on, warm up with your team and get ready for a day of nostalgic fun, featuring activities like Tug of War, Swing Ball, Human Football Table, Badminton, Dodgeball and Inflatable Volleyball. As the event wraps up with an epic medal ceremony, you’ll feel the energy and camaraderie as everyone celebrates. This is the perfect spring team building activity to energise your team while enjoying the season’s vibrant atmosphere. Get in touch today for a bespoke proposal!
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Top Team Building Trends in 2025
As workplace dynamics and employee expectations continue to evolve, so does the world of team building. At GOTO Events, the UK’s leading team building provider, we delivered thousands of team building activities last year for companies of all shapes and sizes. We stay ahead of the trends to create experiences that not only deliver real results but are also incredibly fun and engaging for everyone involved.
Looking ahead to 2025, we anticipate more businesses embracing team building for a variety of reasons: giving employees a well-earned break, making a hands-on social impact, developing essential soft skills through fun and interactive activities and fostering a culture of diversity and inclusivity.
Drawing on our extensive experience and the expertise of the GOTO Events team, here are the top 10 team building trends we predict will shape 2025.
1. Wellness
As companies increasingly recognise the link between employee wellbeing and workplace performance, team building activities are moving beyond simple fun to focus on fostering physical, mental and emotional health.
Through wellness team building, you will not only support your employees’ personal wellbeing but also enhance team collaboration. Whether it’s through a Yoga Class, fitness-based challenges, or creative and mindful workshops like Living Art, Living Wall, Kokedama, and Terrarium-making, wellness-focused team building activities are designed to help teams recharge, reduce stress and build resilience.
This approach helps create healthier, happier and more productive teams, ultimately improving both individual wellbeing and overall team performance. Wellness-focused team building is more than just a trend – it’s a smart investment in your people that pays off in the long run.
2. Social impact and sustainability
In 2025, more companies are embracing team building activities that go beyond the office to create lasting social impact and promote sustainability, increasing their corporate social responsibility (CSR).
Charity team building events, such as building bikes for underprivileged children or constructing emergency shelter pods for those experiencing homelessness, are not only a great way to give back but also help strengthen relationships within teams. These activities allow employees to connect over a shared sense of purpose while making a positive difference in the world.
Sustainability team building is also gaining momentum in 2025, with companies engaging in eco-friendly initiatives like Build a Bee Hotel and Build a Birdhouse. These experiences allow teams to work towards a common environmental goal, raising awareness and fostering a sense of responsibility toward the planet.
By incorporating social impact and sustainability into team building, companies are investing in both their people and the community, creating stronger, more purpose-driven teams while supporting causes that matter.
3. Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI)
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) in team building means providing activities that are welcoming, accessible and meaningful for everyone. It’s about ensuring all team members feel valued and heard while accommodating participants with different abilities and needs.
For instance, our Ultimate Quiz, Generation Game and Masterpiece require no physical activity, making them entertaining options that include everyone, regardless of physical ability. To bridge generational gaps, activities like Under Pressure, Master of the Tasks and Soap Box Derby keep participants of all ages engaged, fostering teamwork across generations.
Team Masterchef, Around the World and Cocktail Making celebrate culturally diverse workplaces, turning team building into a vibrant showcase of backgrounds and fostering understanding within teams. For activities that tap into a variety of skills and talents, Challenge 100, Record Breakers and Lights, Camera, Action are perfect for bringing together employees with different interests and abilities.
4. Unconventional activities
2025 is the year every company should break away from traditional team building exercises and embrace unconventional activities that are fun, engaging and packed with experiential elements. These activities go beyond the usual trust falls and brainstorming sessions, offering teams an exciting way to connect and collaborate.
Gamification is at the heart of this trend, turning team challenges into immersive adventures. From mobile escape rooms to competitive activities like Master of the Tasks and Crystal Team Challenge, these events create a sense of excitement and competition.
Pop culture-inspired activities like Betrayers, where teams work to uncover the traitors, or Quid Games, with its nail-biting challenges under the watchful eyes of the red-costumed guards, take team engagement to the next level.
These unconventional activities create unforgettable memories, build valuable skills and allow companies to deliver team building events that are both impactful and enjoyable.
5. Interactive technology
Technology is making team building activities more immersive, innovative and interactive than ever before. With the help of tools like AI and VR, team building experiences are not only more fun but also more engaging and impactful.
Virtual reality team building takes collaboration to another level, blending the virtual and real world through activities such as VR Bomb Squad and VR Escape Room. AI-driven team building activities offer unique opportunities to engage with AI technology, pushing teams to think creatively and adapt quickly.
For outdoor adventures, GPS Treasure Hunt combines technology and exploration as teams navigate through clues and challenges using cutting-edge GPS technology. Meanwhile, Lights, Camera, Action encourages participants to use technology to shoot a movie trailer, blending creativity with tech-savvy skills.
These tech-powered activities highlight how embracing innovation can redefine team building for the modern workplace.
6. Alcohol-free
As individuals increasingly prioritise wellbeing, many are choosing to reduce alcohol consumption. Notably, Gen Z is leading this shift, with data indicating they drink on average 20% less than millennials, who also drink less than previous generations.
Embrace the alcohol-free culture by organising team building activities that spark genuine connection, active engagement and loads of laughter without the alcohol. In Master of the Tasks, stitches of laughter are guaranteed, and It’s a Knockout, with its inflatables, slides and epic costumes promises unforgettable fun.
Who needs alcohol when you can bond with colleagues over an epic shared experience, where hilarity and collaboration happen naturally? These team building activities create meaningful memories, plus, everyone will actually remember the fun the next day!
7. Soft skills
Organisations increasingly recognise the crucial role of soft skills like creativity, empathy and adaptability in workplace success. Unlike technical skills, which can often be automated or outsourced, soft skills are uniquely human and drive innovation, collaboration and effective communication within teams.
Team building activities that focus on developing soft skills help employees unleash their creativity, appreciate different perspectives and strengthen their connections with one another. For example, Masterpiece lets teams get creative with paint, while Living Art inspires collaboration as participants work together to bring a shared vision to life. Charity team building events add a meaningful twist by promoting social impact, fostering deeper understanding among colleagues and boosting empathy within the workplace.
By prioritising soft skills, you can future-proof your team, enhance overall performance and create a more cohesive, resilient and innovative workforce. It’s an investment in people that delivers lasting benefits.
8. Fun learning
Research shows that incorporating fun into learning significantly enhances engagement, motivation and retention. Enjoyable learning experiences reduce stress and create a positive environment, making it easier for individuals to absorb and apply new information.
At GOTO Events, we’re all about team building that combines fun with meaningful learning, creating the perfect setting to develop both soft skills and business expertise. Our activities can be tailored to match the specific learning outcomes you’re aiming for, all while keeping the experience enjoyable and fully engaging. Join in the excitement of Fortune Hunters, a thrilling race to uncover the hidden treasure, or get an innovation boost from Dragons Lair, where teams pitch creative business ideas. And for a fun way to sharpen boardroom skills, Apprentices delivers an unforgettable experience.
Incorporating fun into learning not only makes the process enjoyable but also enhances the effectiveness of the training, resulting in teams that are better equipped to collaborate, innovate and succeed.
9. Personalisation
Personalisation is the key to unlocking the full potential of team building. Picking an activity that doesn’t resonate with your team can lead to disengagement and missed opportunities for growth and collaboration. Choose activities tailored to your team’s unique needs, size and goals to ensure the experience is meaningful and impactful. The right activity can motivate your team, strengthen connections and align with your objectives, leaving everyone energised and inspired.
At GOTO Events, we understand that every team is different, which is why we specialise in customising team building experiences. Whether you’re aiming to foster creativity, develop leadership or simply create a fun bonding experience, we’ll work with you to design the perfect event. From group size to desired outcomes, every detail is considered to ensure your team building is not just an activity but a memorable and rewarding experience.
10. Outstanding venues
The venue is more than just a location – it’s a key part of the experience, and choosing an outstanding venue is becoming a growing trend in team building. An inspiring setting can elevate the event, create excitement and provide a memorable backdrop that reinforces the purpose of the team building activity. The venue should be suitable for the specific activity, comfortably accommodate your group size and offer an environment that fuels engagement and excitement.
The UK offers an incredible range of options for corporate events, from luxurious hotels and historic castles to scenic countryside retreats and city-centre conference spaces. At GOTO Events, we bring the team building to you with our fully mobile event kit and expert staff, ready to deliver anywhere in the UK. Plus, we offer a free venue-finding service, helping you source the perfect location for your event, ensuring it’s as impressive as the activity itself.
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What Squid Game 2 Can Teach Us About Team Dynamics
What Squid Game 2 Can Teach Us About Team Dynamics
The second season of the hit TV series Squid Game premiered on Netflix on December 26, 2024, and we at GOTO Events couldn’t wait to dive in. Beyond its gripping survival drama, Squid Game fascinates us with its portrayal of team behaviour under extreme pressure.
Although the show depicts a dystopian world with fictional characters, creator Hwang Dong-hyuk has emphasised its intent to reflect society from a realistic perspective. The series delves into human nature and societal issues, resonating with audiences worldwide. By drawing on psychological research, it portrays how individuals behave in intense scenarios, giving us much to analyse about team interactions.
So, what can we learn from the team dynamics in Squid Game season 2? Let’s explore the three main games from the new season.
Don’t worry, we won’t give away any major spoilers—but the article is definitely more fun if you’ve already watched the new season.
1. Red Light, Green Light
We were excited about the return of Red Light, Green Light in Squid Game season 2, as it remains one of the most iconic games from the first season. In this deadly twist on the classic children’s game, players must race to the finish line within a set time. They’re allowed to move when the towering robotic doll, Young-hee, calls out Green Light, but must freeze instantly when she switches to Red Light. Anyone caught moving during Red Light is eliminated.
But with Gi-hun’s (Player 456) return to the games, having survived this deadly challenge before, he takes on a guiding role, advising fellow contestants on strategies to increase their chances of survival. For instance, Gi-hun suggests that players position themselves behind larger individuals to obscure their movements from the motion-detecting sensors, thereby reducing the risk of detection during the Red Light.
The game offers a striking example of how in real-world teams, an experienced leader can impact a team’s dynamics. Team members with prior experience in a task often naturally step into a mentorship role. This kind of leadership brings clear benefits: experienced leaders can quickly assess risks, identify effective strategies and share insights that help less experienced team members navigate challenges. Research in organisational behaviour shows that experienced leaders can boost team confidence, reduce anxiety and foster a sense of collective purpose, especially during uncertain or high-stakes situations.
Additionally, Gi-hun’s approach reflects a key principle of team dynamics: collaborative problem-solving can emerge even in competitive settings. When a leader openly shares their knowledge, it encourages trust and mutual reliance among team members. By prioritising guidance and teamwork over self-interest, experienced leaders demonstrate that fostering collaboration can be a powerful tool, even when stakes are high.
Do you think you would have survived Red Light, Green Light without someone like Gi-hun leading the way?
2. Six-Legged Pentathlon
The Six-Legged Pentathlon is a new team-based game in Squid Game season 2. This is the moment Gi-hun realises that the games won’t be the same as his previous experience. In this game, five players have their legs tied together, forcing them to move as a single unit. Each team must navigate through five traditional Korean mini-games that test their coordination, strategy and timing. The games include Ddakji (flipping paper cards), Flying Stone (knocking over stones), Gonggi (tossing and catching knucklebones), Paengi Chigi (spinning top) and Jegi (similar to hacky sack). The added difficulty of being physically connected makes the challenge even more intense, as each team member’s movements directly affect the others. To succeed, the team must complete all five games within the time limit or face elimination.
The physical connection of the players’ legs highlights the importance of coordination, trust and communication in teamwork. As they struggle to synchronise, it mirrors the challenges real-life teams face when working on complex tasks.
In the show, when Player 001 struggles to launch the spinning top several times, the tension mounts. But the team encourages him, demonstrating the importance of support and morale in high-stress situations. This moment highlights how, in real-life teams, fostering a positive environment where members encourage one another can make a huge difference, especially when facing setbacks. Just like in the game, real teams often rely on collaboration and emotional support to keep motivation high and ensure collective success.
The game also illustrates the concept of shared responsibility. In both the show and real teams, the success or failure of one member can impact the entire group, underscoring the need for mutual support and a collective effort.
Did you notice how Gi-hun prioritised everyone else’s input when choosing the game they wanted to play? That’s a great example of a leader putting others first, which helps build trust and a strong team dynamic.
3. Mingle
Mingle is another brand-new game in Squid Game season 2 that was just as thrilling as it was tense to watch. Is the Korean children’s song “Ring-a-ring-a-ring” still lingering in your minds, too? In Mingle, players start on a rotating platform, which suddenly halts when the music stops to reveal a number. They then have 30 seconds to form a group of exactly that number and enter one of the surrounding rooms. If they fail to form the correct group size or get into a room within the time limit, they’re eliminated.
This game emphasises the critical importance of quick decision-making, effective communication and the ability to adapt to rapidly changing circumstances. The intense pressure and the necessity for precise coordination among team members highlight the complexities of group dynamics under extreme stress.
The game starts with players trying to strategise, remembering similar games from their childhood. But the reality of the game is far more unpredictable than they anticipated. In the chaos that follows, many players struggle to adapt to the fast pace and pressure, showing how, in real-life team situations, even the best-prepared teams can be caught off guard by unforeseen challenges.
An interesting turn occurs when Player 001, recognising that his team has more members than needed, sacrifices himself and leaves his group to find another team. This act of selflessness demonstrates a deeper understanding of team dynamics and how sometimes individual sacrifice is necessary for the greater good of the team. In real-life teams, leaders or team members willing to make these sacrifices for the benefit of the group can often ensure that the team stays intact and moves forward.
Conclusion
Squid Game season 2 has been an exciting rollercoaster, diving deep into the chaos, challenges and victories that come with working as a team under pressure. It’s evident how important trust, clear communication and strong leadership really are.
As we look forward to season 3, we can’t help but imagine what new, intense challenges the players will face. But until then, why not find out how your team would handle a challenge like this – in a fun and safe way – with our corporate team building event?