The UK Summer. Here is comes. And there is goes, just as fast.
Shall we make the most of it?
So, gather your team.
Step outdoors.
Get the sun tan on.
And let’s get some team building sunshine on your team ☀️
8 Summer Team Building Activities & Events (that come to your office or 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)
👉 Click here to find out more 👈
2. 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
Click here to find out more.
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)
👉 Click here to find out more 👈
4. 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)
👉 Click here to find out more 👈
5. Soap Box Derby
Soap Box Derby in 5 words: wild, wacky, crazy, exuberant and hilarious!
Soap Box Derby is ideal for: organisers looking for something unique that people will talk about for a long time
What’s included: The Soap Box Derby event begins with teams being allocated their own pit stop garage which will contain a basic kart, tool kit and design materials. The first challenge will be to pitch for sponsorship and get the much needed funds you need to create the best racing karts. Once you have the funds you need, you can purchase parts and extra design materials to make your kart stand out!
Once karts are created, they will be on to the MOT station to ensure the kart is safe to drive. It will then be time to determine who takes pole position with several race heats. The big finale will be head to head laps around a crazy course to see who can be first past the chequered flag! Winners are chosen based on not only their position in the race but also for best design, best-dressed driver, innovation and teamwork. Winners will be announced with a podium presentation and the obligatory bubbly spray!
Click here to find out more.
6. Game Your Thrones!
Your team, split up vs. each other. Who will gain ownership of the Seven Kingdoms? This will test your teams physical and mental skills!
7. Country Sports
These activities are the perfect way to enjoy the fresh air while strengthening your team. With a variety of challenges, including archery, laser clay shooting, Segways, and even duck herding, there’s something to test everyone’s skills while having a blast in the open air.
8. It’s A Knockout
High energy, colourful and fun! Using a great selection of giant inflatable games and activities, you will get wild and whacky!
Click here to find out more.
3 Relaxed Summer Corporate Outing Ideas (that you go to)
1. River or Canal Cruise
Sit back with your team. Take in the views. Eat yummy food. Sip some bubbles maybe?
Below are some ideas across the UK. If you have a river or canal within 20 miles of you, check out if there is a cruise activity!
London River Cruises
For a a team looking to experience London on a bit more of a casual trip, head to River Cruise London. They offer cruises that take you down the Thames to see all the iconic landmarks. Perfect for new members of your team that have just moved to London. You can book a package deal that includes a ride on the London Eye along with your cruise too.
For a touch of class, Woods’ Quay, located right next to The Savoy, is home to Woods’ Silver Fleet, one of London’s most exclusive private river cruises. This is pure luxury. Climb aboard your hired vessel into a warm indoor cabin with a self-serve bar and watch London’s riverscape drift by.
For the adrenaline loving teams, the Thames RIB Experience offers an exhilarating adventure, guaranteed to get you all screaming on the fastest speedboats on the Thames!
Check out this article for more places to go in London for a River Cruise: 15 Best River Cruises and Boat Trips.
Birmingham Boat Trip
Discover Birmingham’s Canals and it’s Industrial Heritage on one of Sherborne Wharf’s luxury passenger narrowboats. 👉Visit Website👈 for more info
Durham River Cruise
Embark on a river cruise, where you can see local landmarks and learn more about the culture in and around the River Wear. With expert guides giving live commentary about the local history it provides a nice change of pace where you and the team are able to sit back, relax and take in this relaxing day-out at sea. Click here to find out more.
Maidstone River Cruise
Ahoy Matey! All aboard the ‘Kentish Lady’ river boat for a unique 1hr experience of River Medway. There are authentic day boats to self-drive. Excursions are available between Spring and Autumn. Ranked #2 of 18 for activities in Maidstone on Trip Advisor. Most importantly…there is a bar on board 🥂Click here to find out more about the cruise.
Manchester River Delights
Are your team party animals? Or are they culture vultures? Whatever the vibe, there is a river cruise for them. Back to the 90s boat party, heritage cruise & Elvis live…take your pick! Click here to find out more.
Ipswich River Trip
Set sail on a relaxing journey with Orwell Lady River Trips! Cruise along the beautiful River Orwell, truly embracing the beautiful scenery and peace. Fancy a longer trip? Well you can enjoy 1,2 or even 3 hours out at sea, to truly build long-lasting friendships and enjoy this relaxing experience. Coupled with the skipper’s commentary of history, tales and key attractions it makes it a truly enjoyable experience so don’t miss your day out on the sea! Click here to find out more.
2. Winery & Vineyard Tours
The great outdoors. Plus wine. That’s a great combo! Here are some ideas over the UK to get the wine juices flowing!
Astley Vineyard in Worcrstershire
Unwind and indulge at Astley Vineyard! Nestled in beautiful countryside, 10 miles from the cathedral city of Worcester, enjoy a day out in the outdoors going on guided tours of this fantastic vineyard. Explore this family maintained vineyard, one of the oldest in the UK, and learn more about the wine making process. Click here to find out more.
Mayfield Vineyard in Lincolnshire
Sip and unwind at Mayfield Vineyard! Savour a day of relaxing in the outdoors where you can learn about the history of this 100 year old family farm, or take part in wine-tasting sessions consisting of a refined selection of some of the best wines this vineyard has to offer. Click here to find out more.
Surrey Hills Vineyard Tour
Leventhorpe Vineyard near Leeds
3. Zoo Experiences
Go to the zoo with your team and connect while having some experiences with animals! Some ideas below:
Colchester Zoo
This is team building in Essex with a serious wow factor 🦒✨
If you’re looking for something completely different, this unforgettable experience gives your team the chance to enjoy close-up animal encounters — including the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to feed the giraffes! It’s not every day you can bond with colleagues while standing eye-to-eye with one of the world’s most incredible animals. The experience includes full entry to the zoo, giving your team time to explore, wander and enjoy the surroundings together, followed by a relaxed group dinner to round off the day. It’s the perfect mix of memorable moments, shared excitement and laid-back social time — ideal for teams who want something unique, uplifting and genuinely special. Click here out find out more.
Fife Zoo
Visit a range of exhibits and learn more about the many unique and exotic animals that reside at this zoo. Enjoy a day of learning about the history of this fantastic zoo, but also about the origins of some of these mammals, alongside reptiles and amphibians. Take part in some feeding sessions as well with a select group of animals to get up close and personal, making for a day of fun! Click here to find out more.
2 Energetic Summer Corporate Outing Ideas (that you go to)
1. Water Sports, Activities & Adventures
Paddleboarding. Kayaking. Canoeing. Weasling. Caving.
There are water adventures all over the UK. Here are some ideas to get you creative. To see activities near you, just type your county into Google and ‘water activities’.
Adventure Nene Ltd – Paddleboarding Centre in Peterborough
Glide into adventure with Adventure Nene Ltd’s outdoor paddleboarding! Looking to inspire and energize your team in a unique way? Their Corporate team building program is exactly what you need. Step out of the office and dive into adventure with thrilling water sports and outdoor activities at Sibson Lake and the River Nene. Whether it’s team challenges or reward days, their programs are expertly crafted to enhance communication, build confidence, and elevate self-esteem among your staff. Click here to find out more.
Leicester Outdoor Pursuits Centre
Dive into a range of activities from canoeing and archery to abseiling, there’s something for everyone in the team to enjoy. Take part in challenges where you will compete with one another in a variety of tasks that will test your skills and teamwork but also will be ever so rewarding when you complete them. With plenty of fun, a few surprises, and the satisfaction of overcoming each challenge, it’s set to be a truly memorable day out. Click here to find out more.
Tilgate Park Watersports in Crawley
From raft-building to canoeing to orienteering this watersports venue has something to offer for all the team. Partake in activities where you must work together and communicate to achieve a goal such as in raft-building, or if you enjoy competing with others take part in orienteering where you can follow a map, and navigate the local environment in order to achieve the objectives and come out on top! Click here to find out more.
2. Paintball
It’s wild, competitive fun and the chance to let out some frustration by shooting your colleagues 😆
Here are some ideas across the UK:
Skirmish Paintball in Buckingham
Get ready to paint the town and yourselves with excitement! Corporate paintball is the perfect choice for team-building events. No matter the specific goals of your organization, success will always come down to how well your team collaborates. More and more companies are using paintball as a way to enhance communication, improve teamwork, and develop leadership skills within their teams. It’s an exciting, hands-on experience that encourages strategic thinking and fosters stronger relationships between colleagues. Click here to find out more.
Conflict Paintball in Northampton
Gear up for Paintball Pandemonium, where strategy meets splatter! Brace yourself as the infected close in from all sides, leaving you no choice but to stand your ground and fight your way to survival. With water flanking your position and no room for retreat, the intensity is unmatched. Dive into fully immersive, adrenaline-fueled scenarios like Infected, Storm the Fort, and The Purge, just a taste of the thrilling games awaiting you at Northampton’s top paintball venue. This is your chance to channel your inner action hero and take on the ultimate challenge! Click here to find out more.
Rednal Combat in Shropshire
Prepare for battle in this great location consisting of fantastic arenas made for paint balling and air-soft…Work with your team to form plans and navigate through the muddy fields in order to complete the game objective of saving the hostage or eliminating all opponents. Get stuck in and enjoy a day that you won’t want to miss! Click here to find out more.
2 Unusual Summer Team Bonding Ideas (that you go to)
1. Pig Herding!
Yes, you have read that right. Pig herding. It will create pictures that you can laugh at! But that’s not the end of the silliness, at Farm Adventure you can also do Sheep Gathering, Farmer Olympics, Egg Throwing & Welly Wanging! Click here to find out more about Farm Adventure.
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Location: Sheepfold Farm, Ellesmere Road, Bronington, Whitchurch, SY13 3HD
2. Weasling at Tittlesworth Water Sports
Abseiling, canoeing, dragon baording and weasling are all on offer here! It’s active. It’s outdoors. And it all requires a drink and some food after 😀
Click here to find out more.
