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Team Building Activities in Leeds
Team building activities in Leeds are led by the creative sessions, with chocolate and pizza making the two companies here reach for most. Funktion Events has run corporate team building in Leeds since 2007, one part of the more than 10,000 team building events we have delivered nationwide, with a dedicated event manager planning the day with you and our event team turning up at your Leeds office or venue with the activity and the kit.
Leeds is one of our most-booked team building cities in Yorkshire. Tell us what your team enjoys and we will help you settle on the right one, from a short workshop to a full away day. If a venue is missing, our free venue finding covers Leeds.
Not sure which activity suits your team? Tell us your numbers and get a quote in 30 minutes »
Activities
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Smartphone Urban Treasure Hunt
- Explore your location
- Self-run, start anytime
- Great value, app technology
- Team challenges & puzzles
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Challenge 100
- Compete in many challenges
- Mental agility, common sense
- Scavenger hunt tasks
- Racing against the clock
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Sports: Multi Activity Day
- Huge variety of games
- Multiple sport activities
- Venue hire included
- Team bibs, equipment
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Chocolate Making
- Artisan chocolate
- Melt, dip and decorate
- Milk, white and dark chocolate
- Take your treats home
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Qubed
- Escape the cube
- Series of challenges
- Game show host
- Prize for the winners
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Race Nights
- Expert race night organisers
- Winning posts, fences
- Bet solo or in teams
- Witty, costumed race host
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Pizza Making
- Create and make pizzas
- Learn to toss dough
- Pizzaiolo chef
- Prosecco, dough balls, nibbles
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Chain Reaction
- Encourages team cooperation
- Design & build simple tasks
- Link chain sections together
- Produces a domino reaction
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Cocktail Making
- Mix and shake cocktails
- City centre venues
- Learn the tips, tricks and techniques
- Great for groups
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Master of the Tasks
- TV show challenges
- Hilarious game material
- Tasks per group
- Prize for the winners
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Paint & Sip
- Paint 2 canvasses
- Two paintings each
- Drinks included
- Private venue hire
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Masterpiece Challenge
- Communication is key
- Paint & create a collage
- Fully inclusive activity
- Fantastic indoor activity
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The Ultimate Treasure Hunt
- The best of the best
- Exciting trivia & quizzes
- Huge variety of challenges
- GPS smartphone app
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Stop The Clocks
- Race against the clock
- Multiple skill challenges
- Lowest time wins
- Mental & physical tasks
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The Betrayers
- Mind-boggling challenges
- Trust your gut!
- Secret competition
- Who will survive?
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Crime Scene Investigation
- Realistic crime investigation
- Scotland Yard detectives
- Solve the murder mystery
- Use real forensic procedures
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Corporate Sports Day
- Classic school sports games
- Small or large groups
- Sack race, egg & spoon
- House team colours
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Ceramic Painting
- Ceramic Painting workshop
- Paints, brushes, aprons
- Creative host
- Venue finding service
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Gameshow Bonanza
- Your own gameshow
- Magnetic host
- Different quiz rounds
- Prizes to win!
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Smartphone Pub Treasure Hunt
- Fully organised pub quiz hunt
- Self run – start any time
- Test general pub knowledge
- Hilarious team challenges
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Charity Bike Build
- Teamwork for a cause
- Rebuild your bike
- Learn repair skills
- Create bike signage
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Retro Showdown
- Variety of retro gameshows
- TV classics from the 80s & 90s
- Bulleye, Catchphase
- Million Dollar Drop finale
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Mobile Cocktail Making
- Learn to mix & shake cocktails
- Professional bartenders
- Drinks, glassware, ice, etc
- Run in offices, hotels, venues
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The Crystal Team Challenge
- Physical & mental tasks
- Large, full day event
- Compete in zones
- Crystal dome finale
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Pub Olympics
- Indoor pub style games
- Air hockey, casino, darts
- Everyone involved
- Dry hire or event managed
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I'm an Executive, Get me Out of Here
- Bush tucker trials
- Real snakes, spiders
- Kiosk Kev host
- Push the limits
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Corporate Office Massage
- Fully qualified therapists
- Stress free experience
- Fully clothed massage
- Massage and Reflexology
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GPS: Spy School
- Spy themed challenges
- Self run – start any time
- Great value, latest technology
- GPS and image recognition
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Olympic Sports Day
- Olympic-inspired sport activities
- Any skill level
- Fun and competitive
- Closing ceremony
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Yoga Class
- Yoga at your location
- Tailored for all group sizes
- Boost staff wellness
- Ideal for events or offices
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Glass Painting
- Creative glass painting
- Drinking glass & Coaster
- Artistic host
- Venue finding service
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Battle Archery Tag
- Dodgeball but with arrows
- Battle against each other
- Bunkers and barriers
- Latest Archery Craze!
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Outdoor Escape Rooms
- Outdoor escape rooms
- Improves problem solving
- Interactive fun host
- Tasks, clues, Immersive challenges
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Bonkers Games
- Inflatable fun!
- Games & challenges
- Competitive & physical
- Indoors or Outdoors
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Everest Challenge
- On top of the world
- Challenge simulation
- 29,000ft high
- Learn survival skills
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Ice Rink Hire
- Synthetic ice rink
- 13m x 13m
- Suitable for up to 45 people at a time
- Suitable for corporate functions, parties and private events
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Bakeathon
- Expert chef
- Variety of bakes
- Learn the basics
- No experience needed
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Rookie Detective
- Real forensic techniques
- Solve a mini crime
- Ex-Scotland Yard detectives
- 1.5-hour portable event
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Battle of Olympus
- Olympic inspired event
- Variety of fun filled activities
- Head to head challenges
- Teams represents a country
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Brilliant Bingo
- Chaotic bingo!
- Fast-paced games
- Energetic host
- Hilarious prizes
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Conference Energiser - Haka Challenge
- Genuine Maori warriors
- Truly unique ice breakers
- New Zealand dance
- Team learn the moves
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Conference Energiser - Clap Happy
- Blast of colour, fun & energy
- Rhythm adventure
- Brings team together
- Amazing ice breaker
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Hostage Kidnap
- Rescue your kidnapped CEO
- Scotland Yard Detectives
- Surveillance & negotiating
- Meet up with informants
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Go Karting
- High-speed, adrenaline racing
- Modern go-karts
- Times throughout the day
- Dynamic, multi-level track
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Perfume Making
- Create your own fragrance
- Professionally run
- Choose from 21 blends
- Interactive & educational
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Casino Table Hire
- Casino Tables with Croupiers!
- Roulette, Blackjack, Poker, Craps
- Variety of props available
- Weddings, private parties etc
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Pilates Class
- Pilates at your location
- Certified instructor
- Boosts strength & flexibility
- Great for teams & events
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Conference Energiser – Drumming
- Learn your rhythm
- Professional instruments
- Energetic instructor
- Icebreaker or event
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Cracked It
- Escape room-inspired challenge
- Crack codes and solve puzzles
- Encourages teamwork and communication
- Fully portable and venue flexible
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Movie Madness
- Create your own movie
- Fun and engaging event
- Encourages people to think outside the box
- All equipment included
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Soap Box Derby
- Build a go-kart
- Score sponsorships
- Crew tool kits
- Podium for winners
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Turbo Cricket
- Short Ten10 cricket match
- Bats, balls, stumps
- Event co-ordinator
- Scorecard
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Tai Chi Class
- Tai Chi at your location
- Knowledgeable instructors
- Calms the mind and boosts immunity
- Great wellness event
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Sound Bath Class
- Promotes deep relaxation
- Soothing sounds & vibrations
- Unwinds body and mind
- Wellbeing event
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Charity Sleep Pod Build
- Charity team event
- Sleep pods for the homeless
- Learn the mission
- Collaborative experience
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Life Coaching Workshop
- Prioritise self-care
- Time management strategies
- Boosting energy levels
- Great for team morale
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Nutrition Workshop
- Nutrition advice for modern challenges
- Solutions for busy lifestyles
- Led by expert naturopaths
- Practical, impactful workshops
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Life Drawing
- Nude male or female life model
- Private city centre venue
- All drawing materials included
- Casual class atmosphere
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Zorb Bubble Games
- Classic games like bulldog, relay races
- Event co-ordinator
- Zorb Bubbles
- Fun forfeits to play
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Real Life Clu'doo
- Murder mystery challenge
- Investigate who killed Dr Black
- Fun forensic tasks and clues
- Just like the real game
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The Detective
- Thrilling crime investigation
- Solve cryptic clues
- Forensic & FBI techniques
- Meet with informants
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TV Tastic Quiz
- Ultimate quiz event
- Classics & modern quiz shows
- Buzzers, interactive rounds
- Prize for the winner
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Crafty Workshop
- Variety of creative events
- All materials and craft
- Presentation boxes
- Ideal for larger groups
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Den of Dragons
- Pitch to dragons
- Resident host
- Different idea stages
- Gain investment
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Krypton Factor
- Competitive fun activity
- Variety of challenges
- Brings everyone together
- Prize for the winning team
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Commercial Teambreak
- Create an TV advert
- Good for team bonding
- Camera’s & props included
- Trophies to be won
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Dance Classes
- Variety of dance themes
- Fun choreographed routine
- Can build confidence
- Free venue finding service
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GPS: Space Survival
- Space-themed challenges
- Activity Co-ordinator
- Explore the city centre
- Fun & Competitive
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Big Picture Challenge
- Creative team bonding
- One big painting
- Event host
- Takeaway art
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Wall Street Winners
- Buy, sell, build
- High pressure stakes
- Negotiation tactics
- Build your empire!
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Wacky Wheels
- Earn sponsorship money
- Learn to design the car
- Build your wacky racer
- Mini head to head races
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Party Bike
- Tour and sightseeing
- Drinks on board
- Sober chauffeur
- Music system
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Mission Possible
- Become secret agents
- Crack codes, diffuse bombs
- Variety of challenges
- Action packed team day
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Smartphone Christmas Treasure Hunt
- Pub quiz & bar crawl in one
- Self-run, so start anytime
- Great value, app technology
- Perfect for Christmas parties
Most Popular Team Building Activities in Leeds
Drawn from our own booking data, these are the activities Leeds teams book with us most, and in Leeds it is chocolate making that comes out top. Since every activity scales to your group, pick by the sort of day you want rather than by numbers. The full choice is in the grid above, or browse all team building activities.
| Activity | Type | What you do | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chocolate Making | Creative | Make and decorate a chocolate selection to take home | A treat rather than a contest |
| Pizza Making | Food & drink | Make your own pizzas from the dough up, then eat together | Lunchtime sessions |
| Smartphone Urban Treasure Hunt | Treasure hunt | App-led hunt on foot around central Leeds | Walkable centres and mild rivalry |
| The Betrayers | Tactical game | Uncover who is working against the team in secret | Strategy and bluffing |
| Qubed | Problem-solving | Beat the cube's puzzles before the clock runs down | Timed problem-solving |
Would you sooner browse by type? Sort through indoor, outdoor, food and drink, evening, treasure hunt and charity team building, book a corporate away day in Leeds, take it virtual for remote teams, or look over Christmas team building.
Team Building Venues in Leeds
In and around Leeds we run events in city-centre function rooms and hotels, dedicated conference venues, and roomier sites across West Yorkshire for outdoor or larger days. If you need a space, our venue finding service draws up a shortlist to suit your group, date and activity, often the same day.
What Every Team Building Event Includes
- We come to you – our event team travels to your office or venue anywhere in the UK, with all the kit and setup.
- A dedicated event manager – one point of contact who plans the day with you and runs it on the day.
- Free venue finding – if you need a space, we source the right one for your group size and location at no extra cost.
- Fully insured and ABTA-bonded (Y6501) – every event is covered and your booking is protected.
Teams We've Run These For
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“Tell me your numbers, your date and roughly what you are after, and I will sort the activity, the staff and a Leeds venue if you need one, so all your team has to do is turn up.”
Izzie
Corporate Event Manager
Team Building in Leeds FAQs
Yes. We run team building throughout Leeds and West Yorkshire, out to Bradford, Wakefield, Harrogate and Huddersfield. We travel to you, so your team can meet close to the office wherever they are.
Wherever works for you. Plenty of indoor activities run in your own office or meeting room, kit brought with us. For a bigger or outdoor day, our free venue finding secures a Leeds venue, from central rooms to larger sites across West Yorkshire.
Chocolate making leads in Leeds, followed by pizza making, our urban treasure hunt, The Betrayers and Qubed. The table above sets out what each one is and the kind of team it suits.
Yes, and there is no charge. Our venue finding service matches a Leeds space to your group, date and activity, and the venue pays our commission rather than you, so your price is the same as booking direct.
It rests on the activity, your group size and the length of the day, with the lowest-priced Leeds activities from around £18 per person. We set the full cost out in your quote, usually back within 30 minutes, with nothing hidden.
Around two to three hours as a rule, and a few combined make a half or full day. We plan the timings around your schedule, from a quick session after a meeting to a full day out.
From about six people up to several hundred. Nearly every activity adjusts to your numbers, and we bring the staff and kit to suit. Give us a headcount and we will suggest the best fit.
A few weeks is comfortable, and summer and December dates fill first, so book those early. Shorter notice is often fine, so it is worth asking whatever your date.
For a bigger team, a corporate sports day or our urban treasure hunt divide into competing groups so everyone takes part. We tailor the format to your numbers and the venue.
Yes. A large share of our range is fully indoor, from chocolate and pizza making to gameshows and casino nights, so the Leeds weather is no barrier. Winter events run as well as summer ones.
Yes, regularly, as one of our most-booked cities in Yorkshire. We have a strong track record in Leeds and excellent reviews from local teams. Send your numbers and we will suggest ideas that have worked well nearby.
Fully Insured & ABTA Members (Y6501) – every event is insured and risk assessed.
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Tell us your group size and a rough date, and we will come back with Leeds ideas and a quote, usually within 30 minutes.
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Reviews for Leeds
18th October 2018
It went really well thanks! Staff loved it. I have recommended to another school!
28th September 2018
The event was great thank you and worked perfectly.
20th April 2018
Very good event and everyone had such fun. Thank you I have recommended you to some colleagues.
19th December 2017
The event was great, thank you for all your help
30th November 2017
A big thank you to Tom and his team! The event went down really well and everyone got involved. The staff at Funktion Events were happy to answer all our questions and fulfil our requests. I would definitely recommend the Old School Sports Day!
30th November 2017
The meeting as a whole went very smoothly and this chain reaction activity complemented it very well. The TEVA team were well engaged and really liked doing the task. Kirsty and Paul were both great on the day, very flexible and accommodating, as well as helpful where needed. They also fitted around our timetable well and prepped the room very quickly.
Overall very positive event. Thanks for your help!
Overall very positive event. Thanks for your help!
15th November 2017
We had a great time. We were very well cared for and the event impressed all of my team. I have already recommended your company to others.