Best venues for team building in the UK

An event space with 400 acres of parkland, no team building event at Kempton Park Racecourse is too small. For active teams there’s an ‘it’s a knockout’ course, inflatables, and geese herding. It’s a great option for larger groups, accommodating up to 500 delegates.

Home to Lancashire Cricket Club, Emirates Old Trafford doubles as a team building venue. It’s a large private venue, with various spaces suited to all manner of team building activities. Whether you’re planning a mock Apprentice pitch, a team quiz, or a barbecue on the eco roof garden, the options are endless.

A royal castle dating back to the 12th century, Leeds Castle is one of the most impressive locations to boost team morale. Apart from its history, Leeds Castle has several cards up its sleeve. From its own Go Ape course to falconry, Segway racing, and wine tastings all the possible options are covered.

Set across 1,000 acres by the Shropshire border, Weston Park offers a wide array of away day activities. From funfairs and fantastic street food to zorbing and outdoor courses, there are plenty of versatile activities to choose from. It’s an idyllic retreat, with acres of deerland, ponds, and gardens.

Contrary to popular belief, archery isn’t just for kids and mediaeval enthusiasts. Now Strike Archery has a wealth of passionate longbow instructors waiting to furnish your team with a new skill. There are other options too, ranging from axe throwing to black smithing, and wild west shooting courses.

Every team needs a refresh from time to time. Fortunately, that is the speciality at The Wilderness Centre. With views of the Cotswolds and the Malvern Hills, this is the spot for nature focussed retreats and regenerative leadership workshops to help you break free from the mechanical mindset.

This grandiose Leicestershire castle has a dedicated line in corporate away days, and they'll be able to provide facilities to meet your every need. Belvoir's imposing interior has a range of event spaces fit for any company culture, whether you choose the opulent ballroom or host an intimate meal in the stylish Shoot Room, and activities available on the estate include off-road driving and dragon boat racing.

The famed home of jump racing, Cheltenham Racecourse offers both indoor and outdoor team building activities. Working with Wildgoose, you’ll find over 2,000 fun activities to choose from. So whether it’s a murder mystery team investigation, a treasure hunt, or a high-stakes quiz you’ve got options aplenty.

One of the beating hearts of the English wine industry, Balfour Winery is perfect for any vino connoisseurs on your team (or any beginners willing to learn!). They offer various tiers of corporate packages, which may include guided tours of the vineyard, tutored wine tasting sessions so you can show off your new knowledge, and a three-course meal to finish. 

Surrounded by 3,000 acres of natural woodland, Bisley Shooting Ground offers an unforgettable team away day. Clay shooting is something everyone can get involved with, breaking down barriers and learning new skills from experts in their field. There’s a variety of packages with both hot buffet foods and three course lunches.

Boasting 60 acres of idyllic landscape, as well as on-site fine dining restaurants, Holland & Holland is a shooting grounds and lodge that makes for an ideal corporate away day. Escape the hustle and bustle of the capital, with easy transport links, and receive expert gun tuition, with chances for clay pigeon shooting followed by a bespoke dinner of seasonal British menus.

A family-run vineyard that produces reds, whites, roses, and sparkling wines, Bolney Wine Estate offers relaxing corporate away days where you can bond with your team over a bespoke wine tasting experience and tour of the estate. If that wasn't enough, you'll also get an additional glass of wine with your two-course charcuterie lunch in the estate's Eighteen Acre Restaurant. 

Epsom Racecourse comes fully equipped with exceptional rooms, impressive catering, and, of course, some pretty spectacular collaborative activities. Think archery, bootcamps, lawn games, and orienteering challenges. Whether you fancy a picnic on the lawn or a barbecue feast, the food will be pretty great too.

Team building on an island in the River Thames? Raven’s Ait has a stellar reputation for fun and classy away days, events and more. Whether you’re looking to hold a feast with river views, or a Summer party with live music, the team is on hand every step of the way.

Settled in the Berkshire countryside, Wasing Estate has team building activities galore. From wild mushroom foraging and woodland cycling to archery and wood-fired pizza cooking the options are almost endless. It also happens to be a stunning location and offers bespoke menus with ingredients sourced from the estate.

Surrounded by acres of quiet countryside and blessed with a whole host of facilities, Thornton Hall away days are an opportunity not to be missed. Team building is their passion, so depending on your preferences, you can expect chocolate-making workshops, air rifle shooting, and plenty of games and puzzles.

This is an away day steeped in history with an extensive team building offering. Picture this, truffle hunting in the West Sussex countryside followed by a wild life tour and croquet on the lawn. That’s just a few of the possibilities, you can guarantee there’ll never be a dull moment.

The Cave Hotel is the perfect option if your team is looking for an experience a little out of the ordinary - as the name might suggest, this is a venue inspired by ancient cave dwellings. It's significantly more luxurious than a real cave, however, and offers team building experiences including golf lessons, escape rooms, and a 'day in the life' experience with a BBQ master.

Combining stately home luxury with sprawling parkland, Ansty Hall has the answer to all your away day planning woes. Situated in the picturesque Warwickshire countryside, the venue works with a selection of reputable event companies to offer your team a host of adrenaline-fuelled activities, such as archery, clay pigeon shooting, and even a version of the hit game show It's a Knockout.

Just outside of Watford, Warner Bros offers the ultimate team building experience for up to 60 delegates. A tour of the Harry Potter Studio (including Gringotts bank), casting spells, flying broomsticks and the chance to see behind the screen at 4 Privet Drive all make for quality team collaboration - even if you're not a Potterhead!

Aside from various gin tastings and distillery tours, Bombay Sapphire Distillery also offers the chance to get everyone involved in a cocktail masterclass. And to make it a truly memorable away day you can opt for a bespoke package and book an area to party afterwards.