25 Team Building Ideas That Actually Work
Skip the awkward trust falls. These are activities your team will genuinely enjoy — and that deliver real results.
Quick Energisers (15-30 mins)
Two Truths & A Lie
FreeClassic icebreaker that reveals surprising facts about colleagues
Speed Networking
FreeRotating 2-minute conversations with structured prompts
Human Bingo
FreeFind colleagues who match fun criteria on your bingo card
Desk Yoga
£200-400Quick stretching session to reset energy levels
Quick Quiz Round
Free-£3005-minute trivia burst with instant results
Active & Physical
Inflatable Obstacle Course
£500-900Competitive relay races through bouncy obstacles
Sports Day
£400-800Classic egg & spoon, sack races, tug of war
Treasure Hunt
£600-1,500GPS-guided adventure around your city or venue
Go Karting
£40-60ppCompetitive racing with team championships
Creative & Collaborative
Escape Rooms
£25-40ppSolve puzzles together under time pressure
Murder Mystery
£800-2,000Immersive whodunit with costumes and clues
Cooking Challenge
£50-80ppMasterChef-style competition in teams
Art Workshop
£30-50ppPaint, sculpt, or craft together
Build-A-Band
£1,000-2,500Create and perform a song together (no experience needed)
Giving Back
Community Project
£300-800Hands-on volunteering like garden makeovers
Toy/Bike Build
£40-60ppAssemble items to donate to children's charities
Food Bank Sort
FreeOrganise donations at local food banks
Sponsored Walk/Run
Free + donationsTeam fitness challenge for charity
Virtual & Hybrid
Online Quiz Night
£350-700Hosted trivia with breakout rooms
Virtual Murder Mystery
£500-1,200Whodunit over video call
Remote Cooking Class
£40-60ppIngredients shipped, chef guides via video
Hybrid Silent Disco
£800-2,000In-person and remote dance together
How to Choose the Right Activity
Know Your Audience
Consider fitness levels, personalities, and preferences. Not everyone loves competitive activities.
Match Your Goals
Want better communication? Choose collaborative tasks. Need energy? Go physical.
Consider Logistics
Factor in venue, travel time, accessibility, and weather (for outdoor activities).
Budget Realistically
Include hidden costs like venue hire, catering, and travel expenses.
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