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Team Building Activities in Manchester
Team building activities in Manchester are led by pizza making, the single activity teams here book more than any other. Funktion Events has run corporate team building in Manchester since 2007, part of more than 10,000 team building events delivered across the UK, and our event team brings the activity, the kit and a dedicated event manager to your Manchester office or venue, so all your people have to do is show up.
Manchester is one of our most-booked team building cities. With a wide choice on offer, we will help you land on the right one, whether that is a short session or a full away day. Need somewhere to hold it? Our free venue finding can sort a Manchester space too.
Not sure which activity suits your team? Tell us your numbers and get a quote in 30 minutes »
Activities
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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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Chocolate Making
- Artisan chocolate
- Melt, dip and decorate
- Milk, white and dark chocolate
- Take your treats home
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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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Pizza Making
- Create and make pizzas
- Learn to toss dough
- Pizzaiolo chef
- Prosecco, dough balls, nibbles
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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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Race Nights
- Expert race night organisers
- Winning posts, fences
- Bet solo or in teams
- Witty, costumed race host
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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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Smartphone Urban Treasure Hunt
- Explore your location
- Self-run, start anytime
- Great value, app technology
- Team challenges & puzzles
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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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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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Mobile Cocktail Making
- Learn to mix & shake cocktails
- Professional bartenders
- Drinks, glassware, ice, etc
- Run in offices, hotels, venues
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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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Gameshow Bonanza
- Your own gameshow
- Magnetic host
- Different quiz rounds
- Prizes to win!
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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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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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Qubed
- Escape the cube
- Series of challenges
- Game show host
- Prize for the winners
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Ceramic Painting
- Ceramic Painting workshop
- Paints, brushes, aprons
- Creative host
- Venue finding service
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Masterpiece Challenge
- Communication is key
- Paint & create a collage
- Fully inclusive activity
- Fantastic indoor activity
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Paint & Sip
- Paint 2 canvasses
- Two paintings each
- Drinks included
- Private venue hire
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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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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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Brilliant Bingo
- Chaotic bingo!
- Fast-paced games
- Energetic host
- Hilarious prizes
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Charity Bike Build
- Teamwork for a cause
- Rebuild your bike
- Learn repair skills
- Create bike signage
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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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Olympic Sports Day
- Olympic-inspired sport activities
- Any skill level
- Fun and competitive
- Closing ceremony
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Corporate Office Massage
- Fully qualified therapists
- Stress free experience
- Fully clothed massage
- Massage and Reflexology
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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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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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Yoga Class
- Yoga at your location
- Tailored for all group sizes
- Boost staff wellness
- Ideal for events or offices
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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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Rookie Detective
- Real forensic techniques
- Solve a mini crime
- Ex-Scotland Yard detectives
- 1.5-hour portable event
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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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Glass Painting
- Creative glass painting
- Drinking glass & Coaster
- Artistic host
- Venue finding service
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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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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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GPS: Spy School
- Spy themed challenges
- Self run – start any time
- Great value, latest technology
- GPS and image recognition
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Bonkers Games
- Inflatable fun!
- Games & challenges
- Competitive & physical
- Indoors or Outdoors
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Bakeathon
- Expert chef
- Variety of bakes
- Learn the basics
- No experience needed
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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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Everest Challenge
- On top of the world
- Challenge simulation
- 29,000ft high
- Learn survival skills
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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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Hostage Kidnap
- Rescue your kidnapped CEO
- Scotland Yard Detectives
- Surveillance & negotiating
- Meet up with informants
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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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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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Zorb Bubble Games
- Classic games like bulldog, relay races
- Event co-ordinator
- Zorb Bubbles
- Fun forfeits to play
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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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Battle of Olympus
- Olympic inspired event
- Variety of fun filled activities
- Head to head challenges
- Teams represents a country
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Krypton Factor
- Competitive fun activity
- Variety of challenges
- Brings everyone together
- Prize for the winning team
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Soap Box Derby
- Build a go-kart
- Score sponsorships
- Crew tool kits
- Podium for winners
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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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Pilates Class
- Pilates at your location
- Certified instructor
- Boosts strength & flexibility
- Great for teams & events
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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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Perfume Making
- Create your own fragrance
- Professionally run
- Choose from 21 blends
- Interactive & educational
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Mission Possible
- Become secret agents
- Crack codes, diffuse bombs
- Variety of challenges
- Action packed team day
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Conference Energiser – Drumming
- Learn your rhythm
- Professional instruments
- Energetic instructor
- Icebreaker or event
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Dance Classes
- Variety of dance themes
- Fun choreographed routine
- Can build confidence
- Free venue finding service
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Den of Dragons
- Pitch to dragons
- Resident host
- Different idea stages
- Gain investment
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Turbo Cricket
- Short Ten10 cricket match
- Bats, balls, stumps
- Event co-ordinator
- Scorecard
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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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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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GPS: Space Survival
- Space-themed challenges
- Activity Co-ordinator
- Explore the city centre
- Fun & Competitive
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Crafty Workshop
- Variety of creative events
- All materials and craft
- Presentation boxes
- Ideal for larger groups
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Party Bike
- Tour and sightseeing
- Drinks on board
- Sober chauffeur
- Music system
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Wall Street Winners
- Buy, sell, build
- High pressure stakes
- Negotiation tactics
- Build your empire!
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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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Big Picture Challenge
- Creative team bonding
- One big painting
- Event host
- Takeaway art
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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 Manchester
Taken from our own booking data, here is what Manchester companies book with us most, and in Manchester pizza making comes out well ahead of everything else. We scale every activity to your group, so choose by the kind of day you want rather than by headcount. The whole range sits in the grid above, or browse all team building activities.
| Activity | Type | What you do | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pizza Making | Food & drink | Toss dough, top and bake your own pizzas, then sit down to eat | Feeding the team |
| Smartphone Urban Treasure Hunt | Treasure hunt | App-led hunt on foot around central Manchester | Clues, photos and a walk |
| The Ultimate Treasure Hunt | Treasure hunt | Trivia, photo and video challenges via a GPS app | A bigger, more competitive hunt |
| Corporate Sports Day | Active | Sack races, relays and classic sports-day games | Large groups & the summer |
| Cocktail Making | Food & drink | Shake and taste your own cocktails with a host | A sociable finish to the day |
Rather browse by type? Look through indoor, outdoor, food and drink, evening, treasure hunt and charity team building, put together a corporate away day in Manchester, go virtual for remote teams, or see Christmas team building.
Team Building Venues in Manchester
Around Manchester we put groups into city-centre function rooms and hotels, dedicated conference spaces, and larger venues out across Greater Manchester when a day needs more room or the outdoors. If you need a space, our venue finding service will draw up a shortlist that suits your numbers, 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
AstraZeneca★★★★★“Everyone enjoyed themselves very much” KPMG★★★★★“It was fantastic, I'd thoroughly recommend” Scottish FA★★★★★“We had a great event, thank you!” Strutt & Parker★★★★★“We had a great time, thank you so much” LAKA★★★★★“It was superb, thank you so much!”
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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 Manchester venue if you need one, so all your team has to do is turn up.”
Izzie
Corporate Event Manager
Team Building in Manchester FAQs
Yes, all of it. We run team building across Manchester and the wider Greater Manchester area, taking in Salford, Stockport, Bolton and Trafford. We travel to you, so your team can stay close to the office wherever they are based.
Plenty of options. A lot of our indoor activities work fine in your own boardroom or office, and we bring the kit with us. For anything bigger or outdoors, our free venue finding service lines up a Manchester venue that fits, from city-centre rooms to larger sites across Greater Manchester.
Pizza making is the clear favourite in Manchester, ahead of our smartphone and ultimate treasure hunts, a corporate sports day and cocktail making. The table higher up sets out what each involves and who it suits.
Yes, and it costs you nothing. Our venue finding service matches your group, date and activity to the right Manchester space. The venue pays us, not you, so the price is the same as if you booked it yourself.
Prices vary with the activity, how many of you there are and how long you want to run. Our cheapest Manchester activities start at around £18 a head. You get the full figure in your quote, usually back within 30 minutes, with nothing hidden.
Typically two to three hours, though we can stretch it into a half or full day by combining a few activities. We shape the timings around your diary, from a quick post-meeting session to a full away day.
Anything from around six people to several hundred. Almost every activity flexes to your numbers, and we bring the staff and kit to match. Let us know your headcount and we will point you to what works.
A few weeks ahead is comfortable, and summer and December dates go quickest, so get those in early. We do turn events around at short notice fairly often, so ask even if your date is close.
For a big team, a corporate sports day or the ultimate treasure hunt both scale well, splitting into competing teams so no one stands around. We will fit the format to your numbers and the space you have.
Yes. A good chunk of what we do is fully indoor, from pizza and cocktail making to gameshows and casino nights, so the Manchester weather never gets a vote. Winter events run just as well as summer ones.
Often. Manchester is one of our most-booked team building cities, with a long run of events and strong reviews from local teams. Tell us your numbers and we will share ideas that have landed well for other Manchester businesses.
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 Manchester ideas and a quote, usually within 30 minutes.
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Reviews for Manchester
26th May 2026
I booked a pizza making team event through Funktion Events, it was brilliant, everyone in the team enjoyed themselves and we got to eat some very tasty pizza’s. FE staff are all very helpful and friendly, a pleasure to do business with.
14th May 2026
Great, quick service! Emily went above and beyond with a simple request, getting things sorted quickly and then adding extra by sharing local knowledge that really helped with our plans!
1st May 2026
What a day! We've done a few team sports days over the years but this one was up there with the best. Everyone was worn out by the end of it which is always a good sign!
1st April 2026
Fab event, well organised.
10th March 2026
I recently booked Funktion Events to deliver a team building session for our organisation. From my original query through to the delivery of the session itself, the experience was excellent. What impressed me most was the frequent communication and check-ins from Izzie. There was no sales push or challenges to overcome, which made the overall process stress-free and seamless.
23rd January 2026
Such a fantastic, smooth and simple company to use. They go above and beyond to ensure you get all information you need. Couldn’t rate them higher if I tried!
26th June 2024
A big thank you to the guys who helped and ran our team event. No one really knew of the show surprisingly enough but everyone got stuck in and thoroughly enjoyed it. We didn’t have as many due to work commitments but with the beers we had ordered and the gusto of all joining in the time flew.
18th October 2023
We REALLY enjoyed the activity yesterday :)
2nd August 2023
We had a great time thank you very much
25th July 2023
The event was great and we will definitely be looking to book again in the future!