Never mind robot wars, did you know Oxford is home to Tortoise Wars?
Trinity College & Balliol College have tortoises. And each summer the tortoises do battle. Over lettuce.
A circle of lettuce is placed on the ground and the tortoises come out of the middle of the circle to reach the lettuce line to win.
It would make for quite a good team building activity, right? But the record is 4-hrs. So it’ll be a pretty slow team building activity! 😆
✅ Team building activities that come to you in Oxford
✅ Team building activities that you go to in Oxford
✅ Indoor ideas
✅ Outdoor ideas
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8 Indoor Team Building Activities in Oxford (that come to your venue)
1. Laughtercise!
Are you looking to tick the energy and fun boxes for your team away day? ✅✅ If so, imagine your team playing this wild game 👇
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Laughtercise in 5 words: Different, unique, unusual, energetic and fun!
Laughtercise is perfect for: Diverse teams of introverts and extroverts, NHS teams on a budget, teams looking for an inclusive activity for varying ages and physical abilities, teams that are tight for time and space, connecting teams that work in different offices or remotely, energising your new team and de-stressing teams who need an uplift!
Duration: From 30-mins to 4-hrs and can be completed morning, afternoon or evening; inside or outside
Location: Fully mobile! They come to your office or away day location / conference location
Attendee Limit & Set-Up Required: Can cater from 6 people right up to 1000, barely any set-up time needed and can be completed inside or outside
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2. The Traitors Experience!
The Traitors Experience in 5 words: Deceptive, hilarious, strategic, competitive and tense! 😈
Perfect for: Teams who love game shows, mind games, and catching each other out 👀 Great for groups that enjoy The Traitors, Would I Lie to You? or a bit of friendly chaos
About: Teams compete in a series of fast-paced game-show style challenges, earning points while trying to uncover a hidden twist… one person in each team is secretly working against them 😏 The Deceiver must stay undetected, while everyone else debates, accuses, and second-guesses every move. It’s all about communication, trust, strategy — and bluffing your way to victory.
Duration: 1–2 hours and works perfectly in the morning, afternoon, or evening
Location: Fully mobile! It’s an indoor activity that runs at your office, conference venue, or away-day location.
Attendee Limit: 10–500
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3. Build Rollercoasters!
Rollercoasting Building in 5 words: Collaboration, competitive, analytical, challenging and creative!
Perfect for: Teams in the construction sector, hands-on teams, competitive teams and teams looking to bond and collaborate through a mental challenge
About: Using nothing but newspaper rods, teams design, build, and test their very own mini thrill rides. It’s hands-on, creative, and full of friendly competition—perfect for boosting collaboration, problem-solving, and laughter in equal measure
Duration: 1-hr to 2-hrs and can be completed in the morning, afternoon or evening
Location: Fully mobile! Comes to your office or away day location and is an inside activity
Attendee Limit: 10-500
Pricing: £1500 + £25 per person (all +VAT)
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4. The Quiz & Battle Olympics!
Are there a mixture of personalities in your team? Introverts? Extroverts? If so, finding a team building activity to suit all is challenging. Some like being active and competitive, others want things quiet and relaxed. Some would feel awkward about being centre of attention, others would love it. It’s a bloomin nightmare right?!
Well, how about an activity that has a bit of everything?
Your team split into smaller teams, battling it out for points and for the gold medal 🥇
Mini-quizzes.
3v3 competitive battles.
Team challenges.
All in bite-size chunks. Relaxed AND energetic.
The competitive extroverts have the spotlight and win the battles, the calm introverts use their wits and win the quizzes. Everyone’s happy 😀
Just imagine your team playing these wild battles 👇💥
The Quiz & Battle Olympics in 5 words: Quizzical, energetic, informal, social and fun!
The Quiz & Battle Olympics is perfect for: Diverse teams of personalities (introverts and extroverts), teams looking for an informal and flexible team building activity that can be blended with drinks, food and socializing, financial teams, accountancy teams, teams in STEM, large groups, an evening team social
Duration: From 2-hrs to 4-hrs and can be completed morning, afternoon or evening
Location: Fully mobile! Comes to your office or away day / conference location
Attendee Limit & Set-Up Required: Can cater from 10 people upwards, can be completed cabaret or auditorium style. Limited AV is required
If you wanted to make it ultra-competitive, you can add the ‘Grand Finale’. which is a true test of your teams metal. It’s a fight to the death. Only joking. Or are we…? 👇
Find out more 👉 The Quiz & Battle Olympics 👈
Click here to inquire about a booking.
Click here to inquire about 50% off sessions for NHS & Not-For-Profit Teams⚡Limited sessions available⚡
5. The Apprentice Challenge
The Apprentice Challenge in 5 words: Strategic, creative, competitive, collaborative and dynamic
The Apprentice Challenge is perfect for: Teams that enjoy commercial thinking and real-world problem-solving, leadership and management groups, sales, marketing and innovation teams, and organisations looking to reveal natural roles, decision-making styles and communication dynamics. It works particularly well for teams focused on strategy, persuasion and collaboration, as well as groups who respond well to structured competition with clear objectives and outcomes.
Duration: From 1-hr to 3-hrs, suitable for morning or afternoon sessions
Attendee Limit & Set-Up Required: 6–1000 participants, minimal set-up required and fully indoor-friendly
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6. Beat the Box
Beat the Box in 5 words: Fast-paced, immersive, tactical, intense and engaging
Beat the Box is perfect for: Teams that thrive under time pressure, enjoy puzzles and logic-based challenges, and want an escape-room-style experience without leaving their venue. It’s ideal for problem-solvers, technical teams, leadership groups and departments focused on improving communication, delegation and decision-making under stress, while remaining inclusive and highly engaging.
Duration: Typically 1–2 hrs, ideal as a high-energy centrepiece
Attendee Limit & Set-Up Required: 10–1000 participants, compact set-up with multiple challenge stations
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7. Team MasterChef
Team MasterChef in 5 words: Creative, collaborative, time-pressured, tasty and fun
Team MasterChef is perfect for: Teams that bond best through creativity, collaboration and shared experiences, mixed-skill or cross-department groups, and away days looking for a relaxed yet structured activity. It suits teams that want to encourage communication, role allocation and innovation in a non-corporate environment, while appealing to a wide range of personalities and abilities.
Duration: 1.5–3 hrs, flexible across the day
Attendee Limit & Set-Up Required: 10–300 participants, moderate set-up with table space required
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8. Murder Mystery!
Murder Mystery in 5 words: Dramatic, social, clever, immersive and collaborative
Murder Mystery is perfect for: Teams that prefer discussion-led, storytelling-based activities over physical challenges, remote or hybrid teams coming together in person, and cross-functional groups looking to build rapport. It’s especially effective for inclusive team building, encouraging listening, deduction and shared problem-solving in a relaxed, highly engaging format.
Duration: From 1.5 hrs to 3 hrs, daytime or evening friendly
Attendee Limit & Set-Up Required: 10–500 participants, lo
w set-up and adaptable to most rooms
Click here to find out more.
⚡A Mid-Quest Challenge! ⚡
Are you up for a mid-quest challenge? If so, challenge your mind with a Laughtercise Corporate Team Building Workshop warm-up exercise. Think the below looks easy? Think again! Give it a go, it’s harder than it looks!
5 Team Building Experiences in Oxford (that you go to in the City Centre)
1. Wine Unearthed
Uncork team spirit with Wine Unearthed Wine Tasting! Let Wine Unearthed organize the perfect Corporate Wine Tasting event for you. With 20 years of experience in creating bespoke events for groups of all sizes and budgets, they specialize in offering a tailored experience that suits your needs perfectly. Their wine tastings are ideal for entertaining clients and serve as excellent ice-breakers at networking events. They are also highly popular for team-building activities and staff social events, making for a memorable and enjoyable experience for all involved.
Location: 4 Hollybush Row, Oxford OX1 1HU
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2. Laser Kombat
Boost your team’s spirit with Laser Kombat Oxford! Gear up and dive into thrilling laser tag battles where strategy and teamwork are key. Perfect for fostering collaboration and creating unforgettable fun. Ready to zap your way to a stronger team? Laser Kombat Oxford is your ultimate battleground!
Location: 3B, Ozone Leisure Park, Grenoble Rd, Littlemore, OX4 4XP
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3. Gravitee Golf
Tee off for a whimsical adventure at Gravitee Mini Golf! Navigate through fantastical courses with quirky obstacles and gravity-defying fun. It’s not just about putting; it’s about laughing, strategising, and bonding with your team in a playful, unique setting. Ready to putt your way to a memorable experience? Gravitee Mini Golf is the place to swing into action!
Location: 9&11, Ozone Leisure Park, Grenoble Rd, Littlemore, OX4 4XP
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4. Oxford Magic Walking Tours
Step into enchantment with Oxford Magic Walking Tours! The Oxford Ghost Tour offers a captivating walking experience where live entertainment brings the city’s eerie history to life. As you explore Oxford’s spooky past, you’ll uncover dark secrets, ghostly hauntings, executions, and mysterious events that have shaped the city’s chilling legacy. This unique tour promises a memorable journey through Oxford’s most haunted spots, making it an unforgettable experience for those intrigued by the supernatural.
Location: 13 Broad St, OX1 3AS
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5. J’s Sports Bar
Dive into fun at J’s Sports Bar! Enjoy big games on large screens, tasty bites, and a lively atmosphere perfect for team bonding. Whether you’re playing bar games or cheering on your favourite teams, J’s is your go-to spot for a great time. Ready to score big on fun?
Location: Unit 10, Ozone Leisure Park, Grenoble Rd, Littlemore, OX4 4XP
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8 Corporate Events in Oxford (that come to your venue)
1. Back to School Sports Day!
Back to School Sports Day in 5 words: Nostalgic, active, physical, competitive and challenging!
Perfect for: Teams that are looking for an outside activity in summer
About: Teams compete in nostalgic, action-packed challenges—from sack races to egg-and-spoon relays. It’s a playful, high-energy way to spark friendly rivalry, boost teamwork, and create unforgettable laughs, proving that team building can be seriously fun.
Duration: 1-hr to 2-hrs and can be completed in the morning or afternoon
Location: Fully mobile! Comes to your office or away day location and is an outside activity
Attendee Limit: 10-750
Pricing: £1798 + £25 per person (all +VAT)
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2. The Olympian!
The Olympian in 5 words: Active, physical, challenging, competitive and teamwork!
Perfect for: Teams looking for an activity outside, corporate events looking for a summer activity, teams looking for an activity that goes with an Olympic theme
About: Teams tackle a series of high-energy, Olympic-inspired challenges designed to test skill, strategy, and teamwork. It’s competitive, hilarious, and full of friendly rivalry—perfect for boosting collaboration, morale, and giving your team a winning edge
Duration: 1-hr to 2-hrs and can be completed in the morning or afternoon
Location: Fully mobile! Comes to your office or away day location and is an outside activity
Attendee Limit: 10-750
Pricing: £1798 + £25 per person (all +VAT)
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3. Take on the Sphere!
The Sphere in 5 words: Competitive, unusual, wild, daring, and edgy!
Perfect for: Teams that are looking for an outside activity in summer and corporate events with a large budget per person
About: The Sphere is a team building experience inspired by your favourite TV game shows! Teams face epic challenges across different zones, using strategy, skill, and collaboration to earn points before the grand finale inside the Sphere. High-energy, competitive, and full of laughs—this is team bonding with a big-screen twist
Duration: 1-hr to 3-hrs and can be completed in the morning or afternoon
Location: Fully mobile! Comes to your office or away day location and is an outside activity
Attendee Limit: 10-500
Pricing: £1798 + £44 per person (all +VAT)
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4. Quiz & Games Show
Quiz & Games Show in 5 words: Lively, inclusive, interactive, competitive and entertaining
Quiz & Games Show is perfect for: Large or small teams with mixed personalities, organisations seeking a budget-friendly option, conference icebreakers, end-of-day energisers and teams that want light-hearted competition without pressure. It works particularly well for inclusive engagement, ensuring everyone can contribute regardless of confidence, seniority or physical ability.
Duration: 45-mins to 2-hrs, ideal as a warm-up or wind-down
Attendee Limit & Set-Up Required: 10–1000 participants, minimal set-up with AV support
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5. Multi-Activity Inflatables
Multi-Activity Inflatables in 5 words: Exciting, energetic, playful, inclusive and team-oriented
Multi-Activity Inflatables is perfect for: Teams that thrive on high-energy experiences, groups aiming to boost morale and camaraderie through light physical activity, organisations looking for an unforgettable outdoor or indoor challenge, cross-functional teams who want a mix of strategy and fun, and larger groups where variety ensures every personality and ability level can take part and contribute.
Duration: Around 90–120 mins, adaptable to your schedule
Location: Delivered at your venue — indoor spaces or sufficiently large outdoor grounds
Attendee Limit & Set-Up Required: 10–300+ participants, requires open space for multiple inflatable games
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6. Pub Games!
Pub Games in 5 words: Fun, light-hearted, competitive, informal and challenging!
Perfect for: Corporate events that are looking for an activity to give the evening a buzz!
About: From darts to table skittles, teams compete in a relaxed, playful setting, sparking friendly rivalry, laughter, and collaboration. It’s the perfect mix of fun, strategy, and bonding—without leaving the pub vibes behind
Duration: 1-hr to 2-hrs and can be completed in the morning, afternoon or evening
Location: Fully mobile! Comes to your office or away day location and is an outside activity
Attendee Limit: 10-750
Pricing: £1500 + £20 per person (all +VAT)
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7. Sat Down Fun!
Pull up a chair.
Take a deep breath.
Stretch your arms to the ceiling ✋✋
Because for the next team building activity you don’t even have to stand up.
But you’re not getting lazy.
You’re getting a wonderful dose of wellbeing.
It’s Fun Seated Yoga.
Loved by the NHS, Amazon, Aviva, BHF & Specsavers, it’s the best in the UK.
Can you grab your secret snack of the floor without getting caught…
Perfect as a post-lunch energiser!!
Click here to inquire and to book Fun Seated Yoga for your team.
Location: Anywhere! Comes to your office or away day/conference location
8. Wake-Up Pilates!
Are you in need a of a mid-morning energy boost for your away day?
Looking for activities for a team wellbeing event?
Loved by the NHS, Amazon, Aviva, BHF & Specsavers, this is the best Pilates at Work session in the UK.
No sweat. No hint of strenuous. Just a great dose of wellbeing 👇
Click here to inquire and to book Wake-Up Pilates for your team.
Location: Comes to your office or away day/conference location.
3 Oxford Team Building Workshops
1. Squid Games!
Squid Play Game Show in 5 words: Engaging, unusual, wild, challenging & different
Perfect for: Teams looking for a challenge, teams who want to do something different and teams who want to create a buzz
About: Inspired by the Netflix drama, teams tackle outrageous challenges ripped straight from the big screen—testing strategy, speed, and cunning. It’s competitive, hilarious, and perfect for bonding, boosting collaboration, and creating epic office bragging rights!
Duration: 1-hr to 2-hrs and can be completed in the morning, afternoon or evening
Location: Fully mobile! Comes to your office or away day location and is an inside activity
Attendee Limit: 10-500
Pricing: £1500 + £25 per person (all +VAT)
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2. Trade some stocks!
The Trading Floor Activity in 5 words: Exhilarating, fast, fun, competitive and strategic!
Perfect for: Teams who want the thrill of trading stocks and teams that love the wolf of wall street film 🤣
About: Teams dive into a fast-paced, high-stakes simulation of the financial markets, making split-second decisions, negotiating deals, and competing to grow their portfolios. It’s all about strategy, collaboration, and a bit of friendly office rivalry—team building with serious edge
Duration: 1-hr to 2-hrs and can be completed in the morning, afternoon or evening
Location: Fully mobile! Comes to your office or away day location and is an inside activity
Attendee Limit: 10-500
Pricing: £1798 + £33 per person (all +VAT)
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3. LEGO Serious Play!
LEGO Serious Play in 5 words: Creative, artistic, nostalgic, challenging and collaborative
Perfect for: Teams of introverts and extroverts, teams looking for an inclusive team building activity, teams looking for a non-physical activity
About: Teams use LEGO bricks to build models representing ideas, challenges, and strategies, unlocking insights that traditional workshops can’t. Accredited Facilitator lead, hands-on, collaborative, and brilliantly inventive—perfect for boosting communication, problem-solving, and fresh thinking while having a seriously fun time
Duration: 1-hr to 2-hrs and can be completed in the morning, afternoon or evening
Location: Fully mobile! Comes to your office or away day location and is an inside activity
Attendee Limit: 5-250
Pricing: From 10 guests @ £1250 +VAT
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Christmas Team Building Events in Oxford
The Christmas Game Show
The Christmas Game Show in 5 words: Analytical, collaborative, fun, quizzical and festive!
Perfect for: Making any away day or corporate event festive and fun!
About: Teams dive into a jolly mix of games, challenges, and seasonal fun, all designed to spark laughter, creativity, and friendly competition. It’s the perfect way to boost morale, bring your team together, and celebrate the festive season in style
Duration: 1-hr to 2-hrs and can be completed in the morning, afternoon or evening
Location: Fully mobile! Comes to your office or away day location and is an outside activity
Attendee Limit: 10-500
Pricing: £1499 + £20 per person (all +VAT)
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More festive ideas
How about a festive murder mystery? Your team is tasked to help save Christmas in Who Killed Santa? Use real life forensic methods and play then role of a festive Sherlock Holmes as you race against the clock to crack codes and find out what really happened!
Enjoy an evening of mixing, shaking and sharing new recipes of your new favourite cocktails. Learn from professionals on how to make the perfect drink so that you can one day show off your skills and impress your friends. Who knows you may even stumble across your new go to drink in Cocktail Making.
And for a main course why not try out the Cooking Masterclass, where you can freshen up your cooking skills and learn some new festive recipes. It’s that time of year and its great fun making new recipes with your friends, so learn from the professionals and save the recipe in your head in time for you to show your mates and knock some socks off….
FAQ’s About Team Building Activities in Oxford
What are some good free team building in Oxford UK ideas?
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What are some good corporate away day ideas in Oxford?
Check out our full guide on how to smash your Corporate Away Day
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What are some good unusual team building activities in Oxford?
For something truly dynamic, take on the Haka Challenge, where your team will learn the traditional Haka from genuine Maori warriors, an energising experience that brings everyone together.
Next, get your hands messy with a Pizza Making session! Your team will create their own pizzas from scratch, complete with dough tossing and unique toppings—fun, tasty, and perfect for bringing out creativity.
Lastly, embark on the Crystal Challenge, inspired by the famous TV show ‘Crystal Maze,’ where your team will tackle a series of mental and physical tasks designed to test your collective problem-solving skills and teamwork. With these diverse and exciting activities, Oxford & Across Oxfordshire provide the perfect setting for a memorable and bonding team-building experience!
A corporate Sports Day event offers a nostalgic twist on team-building. Drawing inspiration from classic school sports days, this bespoke activity includes egg and spoon races, sack races, three-legged races, and relay events, all tailored for the corporate world. Employees can enjoy friendly competition, foster teamwork, and improve communication, all while promoting a healthy and active workplace lifestyle.
For a more colourful and energetic challenge, It’s A Knock Out! tribute event brings the wacky fun of the iconic game show to life. With giant inflatable games like Human Table Football, Giant Inflatable Volleyball, Human Demolition, and the Sumo Relay, teams go head-to-head in this high-energy event. It’s a spectacular day that’s become an annual favourite, with companies returning year after year for the excitement.
And for those who love non-stop action, Total Wipeout is a favourite. Inspired by the hit BBC show “Total Wipeout,” this high-energy team challenge is full of laughter, thrills, and morale-boosting fun, making it the perfect addition to any corporate fun day.
What are some good team day out ideas in Oxford?
Team Building Activities Near Me in Oxford
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That’s it from me! I hope you have a wonderful time with your team in Oxford! 😀
From Aaron & Team Laughtercise
