We’re always going on about the benefits of a good team building event. The truth is, most offices and workplaces are a huge mix of different people, cultures and world views, and you can’t expect everyone to just get along straight away. The right team building event is a great way to break down some of those initial barriers between different teams and team members.
We should stress though - it needs to be the right sort of event. Most of us recall bad team building events with a shudder (unless you’ve compartmentalised it into a part of your brain, never to be revisited). Good team building events have plenty of fodder to break the ice - games and activities that encourage interaction, and often a nice location that encourages a bit of blue sky thinking. The focus should be on fun and teamwork, with enough to do to keep your employees engaged.
Though not essential, a change of scenery is also incredibly helpful. Holding a team building event in the office can be tricky, as often employees remain in an office mindset - it can make it harder to relax and have fun, and the office is full of work distractions. There are lots of venues all over the UK that offer team building packages and events, complete with lovely indoor and outdoor spaces for groups of all sizes.
Don’t forget about the importance of food and drink too - keeping your staff well fed and watered through-out the event is key to keeping everyone engaged and happy. Lots of venues can look after the catering for you as part of the package, but if not, you’ll need a backup plan for meals and refreshments.
We’ve pulled together a list of the best team building venues in the UK that boast on-site accommodation for overnight stays. If you’re planning a big away trip over multiple days, these fantastic venues have you covered. If you're looking for a simple away day in London minus the accommodation, you can check out lots of London venues that host team building right here.