Activities
Smartphone Urban Treasure Hunt
- Explore your location
- Self-run, start anytime
- Great value, app technology
- Team challenges & puzzles
Chocolate Making
- Artisan chocolate
- Melt, dip and decorate
- Milk, white and dark chocolate
- Take your treats home
Challenge 100
- Compete in many challenges
- Mental agility, common sense
- Bonus tasks
- Racing against the clock
Stop The Clocks
- Race against the clock
- Multiple skill challenges
- Lowest time wins
- Mental & physical tasks
Chain Reaction
- Encourages team cooperation
- Design & build simple tasks
- Link chain sections together
- Produces a domino reaction
Race Nights
- Expert race night organisers
- Winning posts, fences
- Bet solo or in teams
- Witty, costumed race host
Desk Accessory Painting
- Paint Mugs, Coasters, Desk Sign
- Paints, brushes, aprons
- Fun, artistic host
- Central venue included
Mobile Cocktail Making
- Learn to mix & shake cocktails
- Professional bartenders
- Drinks, glassware, ice, etc
- Run in offices, hotels, venues
Retro Showdown
- Variety of retro gameshows
- TV classics from the 80s & 90s
- Bulleye, Catchphase
- Million Dollar Drop finale
Qubed
- Escape the cube
- Series of challenges
- Game show host
- Prize for the winners
I'm an Executive, Get me Out of Here
- Bush tucker trials
- Real snakes, spiders
- Kiosk Kev host
- Push the limits
Master of the Tasks
- Tv show challenges
- Hilarious game material
- Tasks per group
- Prize for the winners
Ceramic Painting
- Ceramic Painting workshop
- Paints, brushes, aprons
- Creative host
- Venue hire included
Crime Scene Investigation
- Realistic crime investigation
- Scotland Yard detectives
- Solve the murder mystery
- Use real forensic procedures
The Crystal Team Challenge
- Physical & mental tasks
- Large, full day event
- Compete in zones
- Crystal dome finale
Corporate Sports Day
- Play school sports games
- Small or large teams
- Sack race, egg & spoon
- House team colours
Olympic Sports Day
- Opening ceremony
- Olympic-inspired sport activities
- Fun and competitive
- Award ceremony with medals
The Ultimate Treasure Hunt
- The best of the best
- Exciting trivia & quizzes
- Huge variety of challenges
- GPS smartphone app
Smartphone Pub Treasure Hunt
- Fully organised pub quiz hunt
- Self run - start any time
- Test general pub knowledge
- Hilarious team challenges
Sports: Multi Activity Day
- Huge variety of games
- Multiple sport activities
- Venue hire included
- Team bibs, equipment
Charity Bike Build
- Teamwork for a cause
- Rebuild your bike
- Learn repair skills
- Create bike signage
Battle Archery Tag
- Dodgeball but with arrows
- Battle against each other
- Bunkers and barriers
- Latest Archery Craze!
Pizza Making
- Create and make pizzas
- Learn to toss dough
- Fun, games & competitions
- Prosecco, dough balls, nibbles
Masterpiece Challenge
- Communication is key
- Paint & create a collage
- Fully inclusive activity
- Fantastic indoor activity
Battle of Olympus
- Olympic inspired event
- Variety of fun filled activities
- Head to head challenges
- Teams represents a country
Wacky Wheels
- Earn sponsorship money
- Learn to design the car
- Build your wacky racer
- Mini head to head races
Outdoor Escape Rooms
- Outdoor escape rooms
- Improves problem solving
- Interactive fun host
- Tasks, clues, Immersive challenges
Pub Olympics
- Indoor pub style games
- Air hockey, casino, darts
- Everyone involved
- Dry hire or event managed
GPS: Spy School
- Spy themed challenges
- Self-run – start any time
- Great value, latest technology
- GPS and image recognition
Life Drawing
- Nude male or female life model
- Private city centre venue
- All drawing materials included
- Casual class atmosphere
Glass Painting
- Creative glass painting
- Glasses, hanging decorations
- Artistic host
- Venue hire included
Soap Box Derby
- Build a go-kart
- Score sponsorships
- Crew tool kits
- Podium for winners
Hostage Kidnap
- Rescue your kidnapped CEO
- Scotland Yard Detectives
- Surveillance & negotiating
- Meet up with informants
The Betrayers
- Mind-boggling challenges
- Trust your gut!
- Secret competition
- Who will survive?
Everest Challenge
- On top of the world
- Challenge simulation
- 29,000ft high
- Learn survival skills
Haka Challenge
- Genuine Maori warriors
- Truly unique ice breakers
- New Zealand dance
- Team learn the moves
Crafty Workshop
- Variety of creative events
- All materials and craft
- Presentation boxes
- Ideal for larger groups
GPS: Space Survival
- Space-themed challenges
- Activity Co-ordinator
- Explore the city centre
- Fun & Competitive
Survival Island
- Learn survival skills
- Tackle problems together
- Essential equipment
- Experienced staff
Casino Table Hire
- Casino Tables with Croupiers!
- Roulette, Blackjack, Poker, Craps
- Variety of props available
- Weddings, private parties etc
Ice Rink Hire
- Real or synthetic ice rinks
- Tailored to your group size
- Short Term and Long Term hire available
- Suitable for corporate functions, parties and private events
Zorb Bubble Games
- Classic games like bulldog, relay races
- Event co-ordinator
- Zorb Bubbles
- Fun forfeits to play
Clap Happy
- Blast of colour, fun & energy
- Rhythm adventure
- Brings team together
- Amazing ice breaker
Bakeathon
- Expert chef
- Variety of bakes
- Learn the basics
- No experience needed
Wall Street Winners
- Buy, sell, build
- High pressure stakes
- Negotiation tactics
- Build your empire!
Perfume Making
- Create your own fragrance
- Professionally run
- Choose from 21 blends
- Interactive & educational
Taming the Throne
- Medieval games
- Become champions
- Costumes included
- Compete for the throne
Mission Possible
- Become secret agents
- Crack codes, diffuse bombs
- Variety of challenges
- Action packed team day
TV Tastic Quiz
- Ultimate quiz event
- Classics & modern quiz shows
- Buzzers, interactive rounds
- Prize for the winner
Commercial Teambreak
- Create an TV advert
- Good for team bonding
- Camera’s & props included
- Prizes and awards to be won
Level Up
- Fast-paced team quiz
- Available anywhere
- Latest app technology
- Team strategy is key
Thriller Challenge
- Learn the ultimate routine
- Ice breaker, energiser or event
- Hair & makeup
- West End Choreographers
Superhero Challenge
- Superheroes are winners!
- Variety of challenges
- Physical, mental and skill challenges
- Superhero assault course finale
Dance Classes
- Variety of dance themes
- Fun choreographed routine
- Can build confidence
- Free venue finding service
Krypton Factor
- Competitive fun activity
- Variety of challenges
- Brings everyone together
- Prize for the winning team
Movie Madness
- Create your own movie
- Fun and engaging event
- Encourages people to think outside the box
- All equipment included
Cocktail Making
- Learn to mix & shake cocktails
- Shake, muddle and strain
- Play team games
- Can also include food
The Detective
- Thrilling crime investigation
- Solve cryptic clues
- Forensic & FBI techniques
- Meet with informants
Escape Rooms
- Interactive escape rooms
- Challenges, puzzles, clues
- Themed rooms
- Will you escape in time?
Smartphone Christmas Treasure Hunt
- Pub quiz & bar crawl in one
- Self-run, so start anytime
- Great value, app technology
- Perfect for Christmas parties
Team Building Activity Ideas
We offer over 50 team-building activities, including creative indoor workshops like the Masterpiece Challenge and Pizza Making, as well as competitive outdoor events such as Corporate Sports Days and Wacky Wheels. Each of our events engages your team in enjoyable activities while fostering the development of essential soft and social skills.
Best 10 UK Team Building Activities & Events for Work
1. Smartphone Urban Treasure Hunt
One of our best team building activities for workplaces is our Smartphone Urban Treasure Hunt, where your group head out into your local town or city for an interactive adventure solving a host of interactive games and challenges. This self-ran event is a informal team away day idea for the staff to step away from their desks to work together, and includes an easy-to-use app with a live scoreboard, chat room and support options. See all our team building treasure hunts here...
2. Pizza Making
Our most popular indoor team building event in the UK is our pizza making workshop, which offers delivers a lot for such a low cost team activity. Bring yourselves along to a fantastic restaurant where you will be taught how to make your own pizzas before trying them out for yourselves! The tasty experience includes an experienced pizza chef to show you the ropes and play some food-themed games with the group before they create, bake and enjoy their own pizzas.
3. Stop the Clocks
Race against time and solve as many challenges as you can - Those with the least time accrued will be crowned the winners! This event is all about working together under the pressure of time, spreading out a variety of fun challenges throughout the day that your staff will need to complete in smaller teams.
4. Corporate Sports Day
Another firm favourite and one of our best outdoor team building activities is our Corporate Sports Day. Take yourselves back to your childhood as you split into small teams and compete in a host of classic sports day games and races. With everything you need included, simply hop into smaller teams and cheer on your teammates to see who crosses the finish line first in each of the light-hearted games.
5. Bonkers Games
Bring out your competitive streak as you compete in teams through a host of hilarious inflatable games! This fully organised inflatable course is excellent if looking for a team away day, providing some friendly competition between your group. One of our best summer team building events we offer!
6. Pub Olympics
Take your pick of a host of awesome activities and games and bring the fun straight to your office. Our experienced team will work to bring all the games of your choice to your venue, setting everything up so your staff can focus on decompressing away from busy projects for an afternoon. Games can include ping pong, air hockey and darts just to name a few.
7. Chain Reaction
Rack your brains and bring out your creative side as you work together to build a huge domino-style contraption. This popular team building away day is all about working together as you're responsible for one section of a larger structure that all needs to work successfully at the end of the event.
8. Crystal Challenge
Inspired by the hit TV series, you and your colleagues will work in small groups to solve a host of unique and mind-boggling challenges. These mental and physical team building challenges will need your staff to come together, using each other's strengths to win points throughout the day and be crowned the winners at the end!
9. Cocktail Making
Another top indoor team building activity is our cocktail making workshops. You group will learn how to mix, shake and stir up your favourite drinks in this boozy experienced led by an experienced bartender. This cocktail experience includes an introduction to the art of mixology before you get behind the bar yourself and use expert equipment to shake some world famous cocktails. Its a great way to reward staff with a mix of team building and fun rolled into one.
10. Wacky Wheels
Use your creative skills to build your very own wacky wheels kart before taking to the track to race the other teams! The wacky wheels focuses on teamwork and creativity, taking your staff outdoors to build a kart from scratch.
Team Building Activities for Work
Have you been tasked with finding team building activities for your workplace? We offer over 50 ideas for team building days that not only ensure your team has fun, but also help in developing communication, problem-solving skills, and boosting morale. Our range of group team building activities for adults, including collaborative tasks, communication, and creative thinking, are designed to foster a positive workplace culture. Our Crime Scene Investigation team event is a good example, offering a unique activity to keep everyone engaged and helping develop leadership and problem-solving skills.
All our team activities can be held in your office/workplace, hotel, parks or city centre. If you need help finding a venue, speak to our event planners who can access 1000's of venues.
Indoor Team Building Activities & Events
Stay inside, and don't let the weather affect your team building event. Our indoor team building activities are popular all year round, including themed The Betrayers, Master of the Tasks and problem solving challenges such as Chain Reaction and Qubed. It's suitable for all group sizes, small or large, and we can come to any venue you choose or ask our event planners to find you an indoor venue suitable for your team day.
Outdoor Team Building Activities & Events
Do you want to escape the office? Our outdoor team building activities could be just what you need, from outdoor physical team events challenges like Battle of Olympus and Mission Possible to competitive games such as Bonkers Games and Sports: Multi Activity Day. All our outdoor team events have been designed to develop communication, teamwork and leadership skills for small or larger groups. Our event planners will discuss your goals and advise on the most appropriate team building activity to suit your outcome.
"My last team building activity was the pizza making
which I think is our best indoor event."
Izzie
Corporate Event Manager
Fun Team Building Activities & Events
Laughter helps bond people together. We have created a collection of fun company team building activities that will boost morale and enhance your workplace culture. Take our Pizza Making Class, which has groups tossing dough and playing games while sipping lovely prosecco in an indoor venue in the city centre. Or our Pub Olympics, which has teams playing various competitive games like air hockey, dart, and casino tables in a fun environment. Let our event staff help you create a fun team building event that will unite team bonds for years.
Summer Team Building Activities & Events
Boost your staff's vitamin D with sunshine, naturally enhancing smiles and motivation. At Funktion Events, we provide a variety of summer team-building ideas perfect for company away days, fun days, and corporate events. For small teams of 10-30 people, we offer activities like the Smartphone Urban Treasure Hunt, Battle Archery Tag, and Outdoor Escape Rooms. We recommend Multi Activity Sports Days, Wacky Wheels, and Battle of Olympus for larger teams.
Team Building Activities for Adults
All our team building activities are for adults only. We have developed our events for staff who, for whatever reason, need a break from the office or workplace. Activities like our Smartphone Pub Treasure Hunt and Cocktail Making require staff over 18 years of age to participate as they are held in licenced venues. But just because these activities are aimed at adults does not mean they have to be boring. Our Bonkers Games and Outdoor Escape Rooms combine adult challenges with hilarious games and tasks.
Team Building Activities For Large Groups
The bigger, the better, we say! We have numerous team building events perfect for larger groups, such as our Olympic Sports Day, suitable for groups of up to 500 people. You'll break into smaller teams and compete head-to-head in various track and field themed games. We also offer indoor team activities for large groups and have designed a collection of events like Challenge 100, Stop The Clocks and Chain Reaction, which are fine in large conference rooms. If you need support finding a venue, let our event planners know who can access thousands of venues across the UK.
How to Choose the Perfect Team Building Activity
There are many things to consider when choosing the right team activities for your event, however following these key points we have created will ensure a positive experience.
Why are you doing it?
This is ultimately the most important point to understand and make take some time to come to the correct outcome. Most companies fall into the trap of just thinking that they need to have a fun team activity for their staff every year. This is a nice idea, but businesses can see greater results if they just spend more time thinking about why we need to do a team building activity.
What is the goal you are hoping to achieve with the team event?
If it’s a brand new workplace team and you’re hoping to break the ice and get everyone acquainted, then a fun more casual approach could be the answer. Or maybe, you are looking to create some competition between teams and departments as part of the sales strategy. Based on these two scenarios our event planners would suggest totally different corporate team building ideas.
So spend more time thinking about the goal you want to achieve to ultimately achieve more. Also, team away days are not free, they cost money, so there is a good chance that someone at the top of the corporate chain wants to see results. This comes to our next point, tangible outcomes.
Focus on the tangible outcomes you expect by doing the team activity
Team activities are more than just having fun, they are a mixture of exercises to help build cohesion and performance through a multitude of mutual group issues. They instigate discussions and are a brilliant educational tool that can be continued back at the office or workplace.
So how do you choose the perfect team building activity for groups?
Think of planning your next team building days out as a recipe: individual ingredients can be bland and uninteresting on their own, but when mixed together thoughtfully, they create a beautiful dish. Start with the end in mind, taking the time to focus clearly on your teams goals and desired outcomes. With this approach, you’ll be well on your way to choosing the perfect team activity that brings your team closer together.
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