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Team Building Activities in Milton Keynes
Team building activities in Milton Keynes are led by ceramic painting and race nights, the two formats companies here ask us about most. The corporate team building Funktion Events runs in Milton Keynes has followed the same fully managed model since 2007, over more than 10,000 team building events, with a dedicated event manager building it with you and our event team arriving at your office or venue with the activity and the kit.
Milton Keynes is a popular spot for team building in Buckinghamshire. Tell us what your team is after and we will help you choose, from a short session to a full away day. If you need a space too, our free venue finding covers Milton Keynes.
Not sure which activity suits your team? Tell us your numbers and get a quote in 30 minutes »
Activities
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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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Pizza Making
- Create and make pizzas
- Learn to toss dough
- Pizzaiolo chef
- Prosecco, dough balls, nibbles
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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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Stop The Clocks
- Race against the clock
- Multiple skill challenges
- Lowest time wins
- Mental & physical tasks
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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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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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Corporate Sports Day
- Classic school sports games
- Small or large groups
- Sack race, egg & spoon
- House team colours
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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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Qubed
- Escape the cube
- Series of challenges
- Game show host
- Prize for the winners
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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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Gameshow Bonanza
- Your own gameshow
- Magnetic host
- Different quiz rounds
- Prizes to win!
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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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Ceramic Painting
- Ceramic Painting workshop
- Paints, brushes, aprons
- Creative host
- Venue finding service
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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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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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The Betrayers
- Mind-boggling challenges
- Trust your gut!
- Secret competition
- Who will survive?
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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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Pub Olympics
- Indoor pub style games
- Air hockey, casino, darts
- Everyone involved
- Dry hire or event managed
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Charity Bike Build
- Teamwork for a cause
- Rebuild your bike
- Learn repair skills
- Create bike signage
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Brilliant Bingo
- Chaotic bingo!
- Fast-paced games
- Energetic host
- Hilarious prizes
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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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Corporate Office Massage
- Fully qualified therapists
- Stress free experience
- Fully clothed massage
- Massage and Reflexology
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Glass Painting
- Creative glass painting
- Drinking glass & Coaster
- Artistic host
- Venue finding service
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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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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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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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The Ultimate Treasure Hunt
- The best of the best
- Exciting trivia & quizzes
- Huge variety of challenges
- GPS smartphone app
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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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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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Bakeathon
- Expert chef
- Variety of bakes
- Learn the basics
- No experience needed
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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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Soap Box Derby
- Build a go-kart
- Score sponsorships
- Crew tool kits
- Podium for winners
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Hostage Kidnap
- Rescue your kidnapped CEO
- Scotland Yard Detectives
- Surveillance & negotiating
- Meet up with informants
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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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Pilates Class
- Pilates at your location
- Certified instructor
- Boosts strength & flexibility
- Great for teams & events
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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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GPS: Spy School
- Spy themed challenges
- Self run – start any time
- Great value, latest technology
- GPS and image recognition
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Krypton Factor
- Competitive fun activity
- Variety of challenges
- Brings everyone together
- Prize for the winning team
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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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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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Zorb Bubble Games
- Classic games like bulldog, relay races
- Event co-ordinator
- Zorb Bubbles
- Fun forfeits to play
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Turbo Cricket
- Short Ten10 cricket match
- Bats, balls, stumps
- Event co-ordinator
- Scorecard
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Crafty Workshop
- Variety of creative events
- All materials and craft
- Presentation boxes
- Ideal for larger groups
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Mission Possible
- Competitive & fun
- Full of action & adventure
- Enjoyable for everyone
- Prizes for the winning team
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Wall Street Winners
- Buy, sell, build
- High pressure stakes
- Negotiation tactics
- Build your empire!
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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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Conference Energiser - Haka Challenge
- Genuine Maori warriors
- Truly unique ice breakers
- New Zealand dance
- Team learn the moves
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Conference Energiser – Drumming
- Learn your rhythm
- Professional instruments
- Energetic instructor
- Icebreaker or event
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Den of Dragons
- Pitch to dragons
- Resident host
- Different idea stages
- Gain investment
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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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GPS: Space Survival
- Space-themed challenges
- Activity Co-ordinator
- Explore the city centre
- Fun & Competitive
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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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Casino Table Hire
- Casino Tables with Croupiers!
- Roulette, Blackjack, Poker, Craps
- Variety of props available
- Weddings, private parties etc
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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
Popular Team Building Activities in Milton Keynes
These are the activities teams in Milton Keynes ask us about most, taken from our own enquiries, with ceramic painting and race nights more of a draw here than in most cities. Since each activity flexes to your numbers, choose by the sort of day you want rather than the headcount. The whole list is in the grid above, or browse all team building activities.
| Activity | Type | What you do | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chocolate Making | Creative | Craft your own chocolates with a chocolatier, then box them up | Relaxed, creative sessions |
| Qubed | Problem-solving | Work through a cube of timed challenges as a team | Quick thinking under pressure |
| Pizza Making | Food & drink | Make your own pizzas from scratch, then eat together | Food-led afternoons |
| Ceramic Painting | Creative | Paint and glaze your own ceramic piece to keep | A calm, hands-on session |
| Race Nights | Evening / social | Bet and cheer on filmed horse races with a host | Evening socials |
Prefer to go by format? Take your pick of indoor, outdoor, food and drink, evening, treasure hunt and charity team building, set up a corporate away day in Milton Keynes, take it virtual for remote teams, or see Christmas team building.
Team Building Venues in Milton Keynes
Around Milton Keynes we run events in function rooms and hotels, dedicated conference venues, and larger spaces across Buckinghamshire for outdoor or bigger days. If a venue is what you need, our venue finding service works up a shortlist to fit 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
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 Milton Keynes venue if you need one, so all your team has to do is turn up.”
Izzie
Corporate Event Manager
Team Building in Milton Keynes FAQs
Yes. We run team building across Milton Keynes and Buckinghamshire, reaching Bletchley, Newport Pagnell and Bedford. Since we come to you, your team can meet wherever they are based.
Wherever suits. A good number of indoor activities run in your own office or meeting room, kit and all. For a larger or outdoor day, our free venue finding secures a Milton Keynes venue, from central rooms to bigger sites across Buckinghamshire.
Teams in Milton Keynes ask us about chocolate making and Qubed most, followed by pizza making, ceramic painting and race nights. The table above explains what each is and the kind of team it suits, and the grid has the full range.
Yes, and there is no charge. Our venue finding service works up a Milton Keynes venue for your group, date and activity, with the venue paying our commission so your cost matches booking direct.
It comes down to the activity, your numbers and how long the day runs, with the lowest-priced Milton Keynes activities from around £18 a head. Your quote sets out the full cost, usually within 30 minutes, with nothing hidden.
Most last two to three hours, and stringing a few together makes a half or full day. We build the timings around your schedule, from a short session after a meeting to a full day out.
From about six people to several hundred. Because nearly every activity adjusts to your numbers, we bring the staff and kit to match. Tell us your headcount and we will suggest what fits.
A few weeks ahead suits best, and summer and December go quickest, so book those early. Shorter notice is often workable, so ask whatever your date.
For a bigger team, Zorb Bubble Games or a corporate sports day split into competing sides so everyone joins in. We match the format to your numbers and the space.
Yes. A large part of our range is fully indoor, from pizza and chocolate making to gameshows and casino nights, so the weather makes no difference. Milton Keynes winter events run just as well as summer ones.
Yes. We run team building for companies across Milton Keynes and Buckinghamshire, with strong reviews from teams here. Send your numbers and we will put forward ideas to fit your group.
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 Milton Keynes ideas and a quote, usually within 30 minutes.
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Reviews for Milton Keynes
26th July 2023
We have enjoyed the experience very much. We haven’t managed to complete all challenges as it was taking a little bit too long, but we have very much enjoyed the teamwork.
25th February 2020
Thank you everyone enjoyed the Treasure Hunt.
15th December 2019
We really enjoyed the game. Everyone was very excited and it was a complete success. The guy who was there (sorry, I can't remember his name) was very kind and helpful as well. We had a great time.
16th January 2019
We had a great time. The venue were amazing and we were very well looked after.