Updated on 03 September 2024
Team building has gotten a bit of a bad rep over the years. These two words are likely to elicit groans as well as a general lack of enthusiasm from your team, and we can understand why. Badly organised away days can often be worse than not bothering at all. Ensuring that you head into your team building day with a concrete plan, as well as a top notch venue, can go a long way to helping create a sense of collaboration amongst your employees and helping to create a productive working environment.
So what makes a good team building venue? Well, in our opinion, it’s all about the activities. Giving your team something to focus on, whether that be karaoke, cooking classes or clay pigeon shooting, is a must. Ensuring that your venue comes with engaging activities will help to keep your team busy, as well as working as a bit of an icebreaker and helping to create a relaxed environment.
The venues below offer a variety of challenging and motivating activities that are designed to bring out the best in your team: whether that be encouraging communication, helping to develop trust, or even just encouraging a bit of friendly competition. If you're on the hunt for the perfect venue then you've come to the right place.
Our selection includes options suitable for different group sizes and budgets, ensuring that there’s something for everyone when it comes to booking your team away day. We've scoured the city and rounded up a list of the top team building venues in London, with everything from cooking masterclasses and mini golf to escape rooms and karaoke. If anything strikes your fancy, be sure to click 'book now' and get started on booking a memorable team building venue.
173-174 Upper Street, Islington, London, N1 1RG
Team building is all about breaking down barriers, and Lucky Voice Islington is the best at it. With plenty of interactive games and karaoke guided by a professional corporate host, this is an opportunity to really let your hair down and get the team to open up. Who knows? You might even discover a hidden talent.
84 Chancery Lane , Holborn, London, WC2A 1DL
It’s a known fact, that the best way to get everyone’s guard down and foster connection is through embarrassing singing and consonant duets. You might even discover a singing sensation hiding among the ranks. And if that’s not your style, rest assured there’s some great food and drinks on offer too.
Sharvel Lane, Northolt, London, UB5 6RA
Set against hills and parkland, The West London Shooting School is an enviable spot for any team building event. You’ll be able to customise your packages to include shooting, quad biking, archery, brunch or an evening barbecue. Expect a day packed with entertainment, and don’t worry, health and safety is all taken care of.
Tobacco Dock, Wapping, London, E1W 2SF
One of London’s largest event’s spaces, Tobacco Dock offers 16,000 square metres across its two levels, with space for a whopping 2,500 guests. With 57 different rooms available, the team building possibilities are pretty much endless, offering bespoke packages that allow you to really get creative.
3 Herringham Road, Greenwich, London, SE7 8NJ
Nothing screams team building quite like a Cold War nuclear bunker, right? Bunker 51 is located in the heart of Greenwich, offering a truly unique backdrop to engage in varied activities. Laser tag, paintballing, escape rooms and more are available here, offering a rather unforgettable experience.
Admirals Court, Tower Hill, London, SE1 2LH
Team building on a boat? Set sail down the river with Thames Luxury Charters, combining fine dining and live entertainment with this riverside backdrop. Whether you’re looking to host a corporate dinner, or a Summer get-together, the team is on hand to help you create the perfect team building day.
15 John Prince's Street, Marylebone, London, W1G 0AB
If you’re searching for a team building space with a party atmosphere just minutes from Oxford Circus, this is the one for you. With a capacity of up to 800, Swingers West End offers private area hires and a variety of packages for drinks, crazy golf, and food.
8 Brown's Buildings, City of London, London, EC3A 8AL
Found just minutes from Aldgate, Swingers City is a team building venue brimming with fun. This one’s all about crazy golf, great drinks, and a party atmosphere. You can have an entire area to yourselves with up to 900 guests, and make the most of the street food packages.
74 Victoria Street, Victoria, London, SW1E 6SQ
With a rather central Victoria location, BAM Karaoke Box has finally made its way to London. You'll find 22 different private rooms, each boasting their own unique charm and design. Enjoy a great selection of bites and nibbles, plenty of interactive activities, and some seriously good drinks.
Upper Ground, South Bank, London, SE1 9PU
A beachy haven near Waterloo, London City Beach has got all the elements of a great team building day out covered. Think, simulated surfing, mini golf, street food, hog roasts, and cocktails. It’s a large space, with plenty of package options suited to all event types.
1 The Avenue, Liverpool Street, London, EC2M 4YP
If breaking the ice is your objective, you’re in luck. Karaoke at Lucky Voice is the ultimate morale booster. There’s also a range of fun and interactive games and plenty of food. Plus, you’ll have your own corporate host, so both the team and leadership can let their hair down and enjoy a tipple.
1 Poultry, City of London, London, EC2R 8EJ
If you need a team building space for larger groups, then be sure to check out Puttshack. This party hotspot has put its own spin on mini golf, offering a number of high-tech courses to keep the team entertained. Pair that with three bars and a restaurant which is bound to keep everyone in good spirits throughout the day.
12 Meard Street, Soho, London, W1F 0EQ
Located in the heart of Soho, there’s more to Pitch than just golfing (although that’s definitely part of the package), with VR headsets, dance mats and multiplayer racing. Whether you’re a complete novice or somewhat of a pro, encourage some friendly competition amongst your team, and celebrate over drinks and nibbles.
15b Little Portland Street, Marylebone, London, W1W 8BW
Searching for something a little more unusual? The Cookery School offers competitive but informal cookery classes that encourage collaboration through structured direction. After a welcome drink and nibbles you and the team get to cook up seasonal menus. At the end, you’ll feast on your creations, paired with exceptional organic wines.
Roehampton Lane, Putney, London, SW15 5PH
Set in the grounds of the Grade II listed Grove House, team building events at Roehampton Venues are an opportunity not to be missed. Expect options to include human football, funfair stalls, barbecues, treasure hunts, and charity games like putt for a purpose. What’s not to like?
21-27 Seagrave Road, Fulham, London, SW6 1RP
Housed in an old Victorian warehouse, London Cru is a great space to get everyone involved in winery tours and wine tastings, creating a relaxing atmosphere to get the team to open up. Join the experts on this educational, and slightly boozy, experience before finishing off with cheese and charcuterie platters.
3 Enterprise Way, Wandsworth, London, SW18 1FZ
Hosting private groups to its cooking masterclasses, The Avenue Cookery School offers a fun and collaborative experience for the team to get their hands dirty. Whip up fresh pasta, pristine macarons, or delicately rolled sushi and enjoy your creations together with a glass of wine or some cocktails.
If you're looking to get out of the capital then we've got plenty of alternate venues to host your team building across the country. Or, you can even turn your team bonding into a weekend getaway - get your whole team out of the office for a bit with one of the UK’s best team building venues with accommodation.
If you're still struggling for ideas then be sure to take a look at our guide to the best summer team building ideas with everything from escape rooms to cocktail masterclasses, all designed to help bring your team together.
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