Best Team Building Events in the UK

Between spreadsheets and emails, a team building activity in London is a breath of fresh air your hardworking crew needs. Step away from the conference room and into the colourful world of cooking classes and art workshops bursting with creativity. Forge bonds with your team in a new way with our out-of-the-box team-building events in London.

By now you’ve probably tried it all. From quizzes to trust falls and drinks at the pub - it’s all good fun but after a while things can start to feel a bit tired. If you need new things to do in London, Manchester or wherever you're based, we have some ideas to help you embrace a new and more artistic approach to team bonding. 

An art or craft class is a perfect way to help everyone relax and add some excitement to their routine. Plus, everyone can learn some new skills and get fantastic end results to take home.

With so many options, it can be hard to decide how to entertain your coworkers. Lucky for you, here is a list of fantastic ideas for team building activities.

1. Get everyone moving with yoga 

Been a tough year on your team? Maybe some relaxing things to do in London would be best for your team building. What is more relaxing than focusing on your body and soul with yoga or meditation?

Yoga with a talented teacher couldn’t be easier and is a great way to get your body moving after being stuck at a desk all week. In your yoga class, you will be gently led through different exercises and moves which will stretch your muscles and get you feeling zen. There are plenty of yoga classes out there tailored for newbies so it’s no problem if your teammates haven't tried yoga before - they’ll be warmly introduced to the poses and breathing exercises by a supportive teacher with beginners in mind. 

If yoga’s not quite right for you, another great idea is to focus on mindfulness for your team building events. A meditation course can give you all tips for dealing with stress which can be useful for helping you all to stay chilled and focused even on hard days.

2. Try brush lettering for a break from the screens

Don’t think meditation would suit your crew? If you want some different relaxing team activities, look no further than a calligraphy class. Learning how to write in calligraphy can be very meditative as it helps you to control your breathing. Each stroke of your brush lettering pens needs to be precise and slow, which is easier to do when you are feeling calm. 

With a brush lettering class, you also get a stunning end result. Lettering art is so beautiful and helps you appreciate the written word so much more. You can get so wrapped up in emails, calls and screens at work, and having a chance to write and use real ink and paper can be a nice change. Help your staff refresh with a tranquil and peaceful activity.

3. Learn painting as you sip on some wine

If you want something a bit different but still loads of fun for your team building event, a paint and sip class is a fantastic option. It will get your creative juices flowing and with the added dash of liquid luck, will also get everyone smiling. 

A paint and sip experience will have your whole crew painting the same image with help from an expert teacher. It’s an easy art class for beginners and, with the added help from your favourite drink, it’s one entertaining event.

All the art supplies are provided, all you have to do is bring along your work pals, grab some drinks at the venue and you'll be ready to make a gallery-worthy art piece. A relaxed art workshop is the perfect place to inspire creativity in your workers and allow them to unwind and get loose.

4. DIY crafts are a great change of pace

Needing a spark of creativity? Try craft boxes for fun DIY projects. Arts and crafts aren’t just for kids, there are so many crafts for adults to enjoy too.

With a pottery kit, your team can play with clay which is a known stress reliever. Or maybe you want to have a go at making some DIY home decor like lampshades or pillow covers. These also make amazing handmade gift ideas for loved ones. 

If your team is environmentally conscious, why not try an online class and craft kit for making beeswax wraps. They’re much more sustainable than cling film or other plastic coverings that keep your food fresh, and it’s super fun to make!

Craft workshops are a great break from the stress of work. As you play with your DIY kits, you use your hands more, which is great for motor skills and you use your brain for problem-solving. If you want some team activities that are a bit out of the box, then craft classes are perfect.

5. Want to shake things up? Try cocktail making

Cocktail making classes are a classic option for fun team building activities. If you’d usually go to the pub together but fancy a change of scenery, a mixology class is exactly what you've been looking for. 

DIY cocktails are even better than getting them from a bar as you get the achievement of making them yourself and you can customise your drinks exactly to your tastes. Whether you prefer things sweeter, stronger or sharper, they can be whatever you want when you try cocktail making. There are of course some delicious mocktail options for those who don’t drink alcohol.

No matter if you’re new to the shaker and strainer, everyone can learn how to make cocktails. There are loads of fantastic teachers who run cocktail masterclasses with delicious recipes and amazing guidance.

These are just a few ideas of things you can do. There are loads of fantastic classes for your next team building event which everyone will love.

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