Team Building in Manchester
With trusted venue partners across the city, we deliver fun and engaging team building events in Manchester for groups of all sizes
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Find Your Ideal Team Building Event in Manchester
With over 100 fun team building events, we serve all of Manchester & surrounding areas
At GOTO Events, we’ve delivered countless successful events across Manchester, partnering with top venues to create experiences that bring teams closer and leave a real impact. From iconic industrial-style spaces and modern conference centres to cool city-centre locations, we know how to find the perfect fit for your goals. Our Manchester highlights include high-energy treasure hunts through the vibrant Northern Quarter and buzzing Spinningfields, hands-on indoor challenges in unique venues, and relaxed evening socials in the city’s trendiest bars and restaurants. Want something with a breath of fresh air? We also run outdoor retreats in nearby spots like Heaton Park or Fletcher Moss Gardens—perfect for a team day surrounded by nature without leaving the city behind.
From the initial planning stages to the final round of applause, we manage every detail—venue selection, catering, accommodation, transport and entertainment—to make your Manchester event smooth, stress-free and totally unforgettable.
Top 16 Team Building Events
& Activities in Manchester
1. Under Pressure
Buckle up for nerve-racking challenges that will test your limits, both individually and in teams!
- Event type: Pop culture
- Group size: 10 - 1,000
- Duration: 2.5 hours
2. Betrayers
Work together to solve exciting challenges - but be aware: among you are traitors with secret agendas!
- Event type: Pop culture
- Group size: 5 - 1,000
- Duration: 2 - 3 hours
3. Quid Games
Step into a thrilling team challenge inspired by the hit series, where teamwork is your only way out!
- Event type: Pop culture
- Group size: 5 - 250
- Duration: 2.5 hours
4. Master of the Tasks
Challenge your teams with a hilarious activity that will have you in stitches of laughter!
- Event type: Pop culture
- Group size: 5 - 1,000
- Duration: 1 - 3 hours
5. Crystal Team Challenge
Crack the puzzles, solve the mysteries and collect the crystals before the time runs out.
- Event type: Outdoor
- Group size: 10 - 1,000
- Duration: 2 - 3 hours
6. GPS Treasure Hunt
Set off on an exciting treasure hunt adventure, completing the challenges with your team.
- Event type: Outdoor
- Group size: 10 - 1,000
- Duration: 1 - 3 hours
7. Soap Box Derby
Design, build, decorate and race your very own soap box cars in this fun outdoor team activity.
- Event type: Outdoor
- Group size: 10 - 1,000
- Duration: 2 - 3 hours
8. It's a Knockout
Dive into a hilarious frenzy of huge inflatable, slippery slides and crazy costumes!
- Event type: Outdoor
- Group size: 10 - 1,000
- Duration: 3 hours
9. Charity Bike Build
Team up in a fun event to build bikes that will be donated to charities supporting children in Africa.
- Event type: Charity
- Group size: 2 - 1,000
- Duration: 2 - 3 hours
10. Sleep Pods
Build life-saving sleep pods that provide weather-resistant emergency shelter for homeless people.
- Event type: Charity
- Group size: 5 - 1,000
- Duration: 2 - 3 hours
11. Operation Supply Drop
Join this exciting army-themed activity to assemble care packages for people in need.
- Event type: Charity
- Group size: 5 - 500
- Duration: 2 - 3 hours
12. Paws for a Cause
Work in teams to build feeders, furniture and toys for animals in shelters.
- Event type: Charity
- Group size: 5 - 500
- Duration: 2 - 3 hours
13. Build a Living Wall
Welcome nature into your office with a living wall created by your team under expert guidance.
- Event type: Sustainability
- Group size: 5 - 1,000
- Duration: 1.5 - 2 hours
14. Build a Bee Hotel
Learn DIY skills and use your creativity to build shelters that will protect the bee population.
- Event type: Sustainability
- Group size: 5 - 1,000
- Duration: 1.5 - 2 hours
15. Build a Birdhouse
Join this exciting army-themed activity to assemble care packages for people in need.
- Event type: Sustainability
- Group size: 5 - 1,000
- Duration: 1.5 - 2 hours
16. Terrarium Workshop
Design your own fully functioning miniature garden while bonding with your team.
- Event type: Sustainability
- Group size: 5 - 1,000
- Duration: 1.5 - 2 hours
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Top 3 Lunch/Dinner Spots in Manchester
1. Hispi: A neighbourhood bistro offering refined British comfort food in a comfortable setting. Address: 1C School Ln, Didsbury, Manchester M20 6RD
2. Bundobust: Just a 5-minute walk from Piccadilly Train Station, it serves vibrant Indian street food with a variety of flavour-packed options to choose from. Address: 61 Piccadilly, Manchester, M1 2AG
3. Jood: Middle Eastern bites with a modern twist. Great for groups or date nights, with shawarma meals that hits right. Address: 37 John Dalton St, Manchester M2 6DN
3 Must-See Attractions in Manchester
1. Manchester Art Gallery: Free to enter and right in the heart of the city, this peaceful spot beautifully blends classic and contemporary art. Address: Mosley St, Manchester M2 3JL
2. The John Rylands Library: Quiet, beautiful and unforgettable. A stunning, gothic-style library that feels straight out of a fantasy film. Address: 150 Deansgate, Manchester M3 3EH
3. Heaton Park: One of the largest parks in Europe, perfect for walks, picnics, or just a peaceful break from the city hustle. Address: Middleton Rd, Manchester M25 2SW
Team Building Events in Manchester FAQs
At GOTO, we deliver high energy, engaging, and results-driven team building activities in Manchester, designed to bring your team closer, boost morale, and create lasting connections. Whether you’re looking for high-adrenaline Outdoor Team Building Activities, or fun Indoor Team Building Activities, or Virtual Team Building Activities that connect teams remotely, we’ve got something to suit every business and team dynamic.
Take your Company Away Day to the next level with activities tailored to your team. Give back with our Charity Team Building Activities, or focus on sustainability with our Sustainability Team Building Activities. Our Christmas Team Building Activities bring seasonal fun, while our Creative Team Building Activities ensure teams work together seamlessly.
Whatever your goal, improving communication, strengthening leadership, or simply having fun, we’ll help you create an unforgettable team building experience in Manchester!
At GOTO, we bring the excitement right to you! Our team building events in Manchester are fully mobile, so we can set up at any venue that fits your needs, whether it’s a corporate office, a conference centre, or an outdoor space.
From indoor venues like hotels and conference centres perfect for activities like escape rooms and problem-solving challenges, to outdoor spaces like parks and sports fields ideal for high energy team building activities such as Olympic Sports Day, It’s A Knockout, and GPS Treasure Hunts.
If you’re after something truly special, we can host activities at unique venues such as historic buildings or sports arenas.
Wherever you choose, we’ll deliver fun, energy, and competitive spirit straight to you. Let’s create an unforgettable event in Manchester!
Great news! We come to you, or we can find a venue that suits your needs! Our team building activities in Manchester are fully mobile, so if you have a venue in mind, be it your office, a hotel, or an outdoor space, we’ll set everything up to create an unforgettable team experience.
If you haven’t picked a spot yet, don’t worry! We offer a complimentary venue finding service to help you secure the perfect location, whether it’s a spacious park or a chic corporate space.
Let us take care of the details, so you can focus on bringing your team together for an exciting and engaging event!
Our team building activities in Manchester are designed for groups of all sizes! Whether you’re bringing a small team of 2 or hosting an epic event for up to 1,000 people, we’ve got you covered. Every experience is tailored to fit your group, keeping everyone engaged, energised, and ready for some serious fun!
Our team building activities in Manchester are flexible and designed to fit your schedule! Most sessions last between 1 to 3 hours, but whether you want a fast-paced, high energy session or a half-day challenge, we’ll customise the experience to suit your team’s goals and keep the excitement flowing!
The cost of team building activities in Manchester depends on your group size and the experiences you choose. But no stress, we’ll get you a free, detailed quote in under 45 minutes! Whether you’re planning a small bonding session or a large scale challenge, we’ll find the perfect fit for your budget. Get in touch now for a quick and easy quote!
We always recommend booking your team building event in Manchester as early as possible to secure your preferred date, but don’t worry if time is tight! We’re pros at organising last-minute events too, so whether you’re planning months ahead or need something fast, we’ll make it happen. Get in touch today and let’s get your team event locked in!
What types of team building events
are available in Manchester?
Indoor Team Building Events in Manchester
We want you to have a great time in Manchester, indoors or out! So enjoy team building all year round with our brilliant indoor team building events in Manchester. We have a variety of activities and themes to choose from that are weather busting! Perfect for large or small groups at a location of your choice – with a roof!
Included in the Top 10 of team building in Manchester are some of our most popular indoor team building activities. Escape Room, Casino Night, Wall Street Winners and the hilarious Master of the Tasks. We will make sure your teams have the best day out in Manchester and that we deliver on value and long-term results. So just kick back and let us do the planning!
Outdoor Team Building Events & Activities in Manchester
Get outside for your next team building day out in Manchester! The fresh air and change of scenery will be great for your team and improve overall well-being for individuals and your team – it’s always a good idea to be out in nature! All our outdoor team building events in Manchester encourage communication, promote teamwork and help to strengthen relationships. Watch as your team members step out of their comfort zones in Manchester’s favourites – Crystal Challenge and Soap Box Derby, both physical activities with teams working towards a goal, whether collecting crystals and golden tickets or racing a kart around our wacky track! Your dedicated event planner will take care of all the details so you can get stuck in with the outdoor team building activities in Manchester!
Company Away Days in Manchester
Strengthen your team’s bonds and build a positive company culture with our team away days in Manchester. Boosting morale and well-being is key to success and our company away days are just what you need. Our company fun days are suitable for groups of all sizes, and with a wide range of interactive activities to choose from, we’re sure to have something that everyone will enjoy, including Teamopoly with giant board pieces, GPS Treasure Hunt, School Sports Day, Bear Grylls Survival, even really big with Company Festivals, Family Fun Days, Corporate Summer Fetes, Outdoor Adrenaline and many more!
Collaborative Team Building Events & Activities in Manchester
Looking for an exciting way to foster collaboration within your team? Our collaborative team building events in Manchester are the perfect solution! Engage in team building activities for collaboration and experience the excitement of events like Masterpiece, creating mosaic tiled artworks in collaboration with neighbouring tiles for the final masterpiece! Rollercoaster Tycoon, designing and building sections of a rollercoaster to join together as one group… will the ball roll the distance? Collaboration to bring your team together like never before will get you results! With our fun team building events, Manchester is the perfect backdrop for your team’s success!
Creative Team Building Events & Activities in Manchester
Looking for creative team building events in Manchester that will make your team shine? Look no further! Our fun team building events will inspire your group to unleash their creativity while having a blast together. Experience the colourful and hands on fun of our Masterpiece challenge, where you collaborate with other teams to create stunning artwork. Or try the high-energy Chain Reaction event, building crazy contraptions that set off a seamless chain reaction with other crazy contraptions in the room. And don’t miss the adrenaline-fueled Soap Box Derby, where teamwork and creativity take you to the podium. Manchester, get ready for unforgettable moments of fun, colour and laughter with our creative team events!
Virtual Team Building Activities in Manchester
Our remote team building activities are the perfect solution for creating a connected and vibrant virtual office environment. We have a wide choice of team building activities for remote teams, here are some examples to bring your team together:
- Shake up your team’s next virtual gathering with our Virtual Cocktail Making event, where expert mixologists teach your teams to create dazzling cocktails, from Mojitos to Pornstar Martinis, with the option for both alcoholic and non-alcoholic versions. All ingredient packs can be posted to your team
- Crack the case in our Virtual Murder Mystery, where you and your team unravel the murder of Laura Norder at Cadaver Manor, analysing evidence and solving tasks with augmented reality for the ultimate detective challenge
- Enter the thrilling realm of our Virtual Spy Academy, mastering complex puzzles and problem-solving tasks in training before racing to unravel the mystery of a sophisticated assassination in a team-based challenge
Discover our dynamic choice of remote team building activities – tailor made for energising your workforce! Check out our full product list of virtual team building activities.
Competitive Team Building Events & Activities in Manchester
Get ready to ignite your team’s morale, motivation, and workplace success with our exciting competitive team building activities. Competitive team building isn’t just about winning, it’s all about fun and is a powerful tool for enhanced morale and motivation. As your team conquers challenges collectively, their individual performance will soar and we have plenty of competitive team building games to choose from. Imagine your team reliving the nostalgia of a School Sports Day, complete with classic games like the 3-legged race, and tug o’ war, plus giant board games like Jenga for even more retro twists on the day. Alternatively, dive into Soap Box Derby, featuring four exhilarating team building tasks that culminate in a heart pounding kart race. Can your team clinch the Soap Box Derby Championship? Also in Manchester is our high-energy fun, It’s a Knockout, an outdoor adventure with a giant inflatable assault course featuring bungee runs and big red balls. And don’t miss the Crystal Challenge, one of our most popular competitive group activities, where teams venture through four zones, tackling eight activities to claim precious crystals before the thrilling Inflatable Crystal Dome Finale. Manchester, get set for unforgettable team building with our competitive team activities, combining competition and morale boosting energy for that winning formula!
Unusual Team Building Events & Activities in Manchester
In Manchester, we redefine team building with a range of unusual team building activities that will ignite your team’s spirit like never before. Our unusual team building events are designed to break the mould and infuse excitement into your team’s dynamics. A favourite in Manchester, step into the world of Crime Scene Experience, challenging your group’s teamwork and investigation skills. Or are you seeking authentic cultural immersion? Our Haka Energiser offers an extraordinary journey into the Māori heritage, teaching unity, family values, and love through their traditions, a great option to get your teams moving and engaged at a conference or work gathering. Another unconventional ice-breaker, Boom Whacker, turning any corporate event into a symphony of harmony using vibrant hand-struck musical tubes. Our unusual team building ideas offer a refreshing alternative to traditional team building activities. Unlock new potentials, foster collaboration, and boost morale.
Charity Team Building Activities in Manchester
Revitalise your team’s spirit with our engaging team building charity activities, where the joy of coming together meets the fulfilment of giving back. We’re thrilled to offer a diverse array of team charity events, each crafted to leave a positive impact. Opting for charity team building events means blending fun with giving, creating memories that not only bond your team but also contribute to a noble cause. Plus, our events are perfectly tailored for teams of any size, ensuring everyone can be part involved.
- Harness your sales skills for social impact with Charity Gift of the Gab! Your team’s mission is to gather essential charity items, relying on their negotiation talents to complete the task
- Paws For A Cause invites you to a heartwarming charity event! Team up for a day of crafting essential items for animals in need, and leave with tails wagging!
- Mix fun and giving at our Charity Bake Off! Whether you’re a baking pro or a newbie, join us to create sweet smiles for those in need, with all supplies on us
Lead, laugh, and lend a hand! Get involved in our team charity events in Manchester for a day full of fun and goodwill.
Company Fun Days in Manchester
Dive into our corporate fun days and discover an exciting way to strengthen team bonds. These events are crucial for fostering collaboration and enhancing job satisfaction. We cater to groups of any size, ensuring a personalised experience whether you’re planning a Corporate Treasure Hunt or a vibrant Corporate Summer Party.
- Giant Garden Games – Elevate the entertainment at your corporate garden party with our extensive selection of Giant Garden Games! From exhilarating inflatables to competitive human table football, create an event that’s unforgettable
- Corporate Festivals – Make your company event the highlight of the year with a festival theme from GOTO Events! Whether it’s for celebration or networking, a beach party or a carnival theme will make it memorable
- Corporate summer party – GOTO Events invites you to a corporate summer party like no other! With options from Survival Island to a nostalgic School Sports Day, it’s the perfect way to celebrate and unite your team
Get out and grow with our outdoor team building events. Browse our selections and plan a day that’s as beneficial as it is enjoyable!
Sustainability Team Building Activities in Manchester
Discover the joy of sustainable team events! Our green team building activities are perfect for deepening your team’s understanding of environmental responsibilities while having fun. These eco-friendly team building activities foster collaboration, boost morale, and promote workplace sustainability ideas. Tailored for groups of any size, our sustainability team building activities bring organisations together, creating lasting memories and a shared commitment to a greener future.
Favourite green team events in Manchester include:
- Living Art Sustainability Workshop: Dive into creativity! Upcycle discarded items, enhance team collaboration, and promote environmental consciousness
- Foraging Experience: Join our Foraging Experience and connect with nature! Learn foraging etiquette, explore the wilderness, and indulge in a 3-course meal prepared from your wild finds
- Terrarium Sustainability Workshop: Create your own miniature ecosystem! Ignite creativity, foster teamwork, and embrace eco-friendly practices while building beautiful terrariums
Foster teamwork and sustainability with our environmental team building activities. Discover the full range of events now!
Christmas Team Building Events in Manchester
As the year winds down, there’s no better way to celebrate than with our Christmas team building activities. Bringing your organisation together for some festive fun boosts morale and strengthens bonds. Whether it’s a corporate Christmas party or an office Christmas party, our events are tailored for teams of all sizes. From food & drink Christmas themes to CSR & charity Christmas themes, we have something for everyone. Enjoy the season with Christmas arts & crafts or an evening Christmas party event. For remote teams, our virtual Christmas events ensure everyone can join in on the festive spirit!
Favourite christmas team building ideas in Manchester include:
- Ice Carving: Learn the art of ice carving and create your own masterpiece. A cool and unique team building activity that’s sure to impress
- Charity Operation Supply Drop: Assemble care packages for those in need while completing military-themed challenges. A meaningful way to build teamwork and give back to the community
- Virtual Cheese & Wine Tasting: Sip and savour from the comfort of home with a virtual wine and cheese pairing event. Guided by experts, it’s a relaxed and informative experience
Make this year’s corporate Christmas party unforgettable. Discover our team building events and create an experience your team will love, take a look.
Corporate Social Responsibility Team Building Activities in Manchester
Looking to inspire your team while making a difference? Our charity and sustainability CSR team building events are designed to help your company achieve its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) goals in a fun, engaging way. Whether you’re focused on charitable CSR team building programs or green team building activities, we offer something for everyone. These team building activities that give back to the community foster team cohesion, creativity, and the feel-good factor, allowing your staff to bond while supporting a great cause. Tailored to groups of any size, our CSR team building activities are all about making a lasting impact together.
Manchester favourites include:
- Sleep Pods for the Homeless: Build emergency sleep pods with your team and help provide shelter for people in need. A fun and impactful charity event that promotes teamwork and social responsibility
- Birdhouse Sustainability Workshop: Build birdhouses and learn about the vital role birds play in biodiversity. A creative and sustainable team building workshop that’s great for collaboration
- Kokedama Sustainability Workshop: Get crafty with your team and learn how to make kokedama plants in this meditative, eco-friendly workshop. A great way to promote teamwork and sustainability
Combine fun with purpose. Explore our full range of CSR team building ideas today.
Conference Energisers in Manchester
Wake up your team at your conference! Teams can get tired and restless during long events, but our conference ice breaker and energisers are the perfect solution to get everyone up, moving, and back on track. Whether you need a boost at the beginning of the day or a mid-session pick-me-up, our meeting energiser activities are designed to recharge energy levels and refocus minds. They’re hugely beneficial for promoting creativity, boosting team cohesion, and creating that all-important feel-good factor. Favourite conference energiser ideas in Manchester include interactive challenges, engaging group games, and creative problem-solving tasks. Tailored to groups of any size, our corporate ice breakers and meeting energiser ideas ensure your team is left energised, connected, and ready to tackle the rest of the day. Don’t let fatigue hold your event back, start strong or refresh the room with our dynamic and exciting energisers!
Popular choices in Manchester include:
- Junk Funk: Create incredible sounds with everyday junk in this dynamic team activity. Communication and collaboration are key to crafting your Junk Funk masterpiece
- Bubble Workshop: Engage your team with this unique activity featuring bubble displays and yoga. It’s a creative and calming way to bring mindfulness to your event
- Drumming Workshop: Feel the beat and connect with your colleagues in this interactive drumming session. Work as one to create stunning melodies and foster team spirit
Keep the momentum going! Check out our conference energiser ideas to bring focus, creativity, and fun to your event.
Conference Team Building in Manchester
Engage your team like never before with our exciting conference team building activities. These activities offer the perfect opportunity to break away from the daily routine, a chance to foster stronger connections, open communication, and a positive team spirit in a relaxed setting. Not only do they boost employee morale, but they also alleviate stress and promote well-being, leaving your team refreshed and motivated. From creative challenges to dynamic team building ice breakers, our events are tailored to groups of all sizes and are designed to encourage collaboration and improve productivity.
Favourite team building ice breakers in Manchester include:
- Putt for a Purpose: Build mini-golf holes using food bank items, compete with your team, and donate the materials to a great cause. It’s a fun way to give back!
- Sleep Pods for the Homeless: Turn teamwork into life-saving action by building emergency Sleep Pods for those in need. This meaningful event leaves a lasting impact on your team and your community
- Apprentices: Bring your A-game to this thrilling Apprentice-inspired event filled with creative tasks. It’s teamwork, fun, and strategy all rolled into one unforgettable experience!
Explore our full range of team building conference activities and turn your event into a day of teamwork and fun! Take a look here.