Romans called it Eboracum, Saxons knew it as Eoforwick and the Vikings named it Jorvik.
And now just York. Wonderful York.
✅ The best team building activities that come to you in York
✅ The best team building activities that you go to in York
✅ Indoor ideas
✅ Outdoor ideas
Just click on the table for what you’re looking for 👇
12 Indoor Team Building Activities in York (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 👇
How good is your pencil pout? Is it better than your colleagues? 😃 👇
How fast can your team add up? ⚡⚡⚡
🥇 Laughtercise are the most trusted team building provider to organisations like Amazon, Asda and the NHS
💙 And the most trusted team building provider in the world to healthcare staff



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
Check out their 👉 Google Reviews Here 👈
Find out more 👉 Laughtercise Team Building Workshop 👈
Click here to inquire about a booking.
Click here to inquire about 50% off sessions for NHS & Not-For-Profit Teams⚡Limited sessions available⚡


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
👉 Click here to find out more 👈
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)
👉 Click here to find out more 👈
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⚡
4. 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
5. 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)
👉 Click here to find out more 👈
6. 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)
👉 Click here to find out more 👈
7. 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)
👉 Click here to find out more 👈
8 Team Building Activities in York City Centre
1. Mindlock York
Is there anyone in your team who you wouldn’t like to be locked up in a room with?! If there is someone you have mind, you better escape! 😂 Check out Mindlock York and their ‘Cluedo’ and ‘The Dark Arts’ rooms. For more Escape Rooms in York, check out the 10 Best York Escape Rooms on Trip Advisor.
Check out their 👉 Google Reviews Here 👈
2. Puttstars York

Get your team being social putterflies while they have a round of golf together! It’s time to par-tee! (I know, I know…pure cheese 🧀)
For more crazy golf locations in York, check out the The Best Crazy Golf Locations in York on Trip Advisor.
Check out their 👉 Google Reviews Here 👈
3. Roxy Ballroom

Take a pick from a wide-range of games and activities that will fill your day with fun! From Beer Pong to the Batting Cage there is something for everyone to dive into, whether you are in a mood to compete or to wind down, look no further since Roxy offers all you need for a memorable night.
Check out their 👉 Google Reviews Here 👈
4. Rainbow Ceramics

Bring down the team, and take part in some mindful painting. Select a piece that pops out at you, look at the sample book for some inspiration before you start painting, after which you can tap into your inner artist and decorate your own unique ceramic. With a range of items to paint from plates, to flower-pots to mini-sculptures there is something for all the team at this unique location!
Check out their 👉 Google Reviews Here 👈
5. The Cookery School at The Grand

Whether you’re a seasoned chef or an amateur looking to sharpen your skills, enrol in these fantastic cooking classes led by experienced chefs and explore the art of cooking. Learn to create international cuisines or even dinner party menus, but one thing is certain—everyone will leave feeling fuller than when they arrived. 😊
Check out their 👉 Google Reviews Here 👈
6. Cocktail Masterclass @ Lucia

Ever wondered how to craft a cocktail? These masterclasses will teach you the intricacies and many skills involved in mixing exotic cocktails. Enjoy live demonstrations from expert bartenders before trying your hand at creating your own, with plenty of opportunities for tasting along the way. Take pride in your creation, as the bartender will select the best cocktail at the end, with a special reward to make the experience all the more memorable!
7. Cooper King Distillery Gin Tour
Did somebody say gin?! A guided tour of England’s only self-built whisky and gin distillery, situated in the picturesque countryside, 10 miles north of York. Get your team ready to smell, touch and taste the key botanicals used in gin distillation.
You’ll also be introduced to the wonderful Tasmanian copper whisky still – the only one of it’s kind in the Northern Hemisphere!
The tour duration is 1 hr and 30 mins and it costs £20pp.
Check out their 👉 Google Reviews Here 👈
8. York’s Chocolate Story
There is a chocolate tour in York that does chocolate tasting. A team building activity with chocolate tasting…job done I say 🍫
On this tour you will learn how to taste chocolate like a professional. Imagine that as a job…‘Professional Chocolate Taster’. The job actually exists, the dream is real.
Check out their 👉 Google Reviews Here 👈
⚡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!

3 Outdoor Team Building Activities & Companies Near Me in York
1. 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 👈
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)
👉 Click here to find out more 👈
3. 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 👈
4. Country Sports
Enjoy activities like archery, laser clay shooting, and duck herding as a way to break away from the office environment. Whether it’s a quick break during meetings or a full day’s adventure, you’ll bond with your team in a picturesque outdoor setting.
5. Total Wipeout
Inspired by the hit TV show, your team will face inflatable obstacles and wacky challenges that will have everyone laughing, slipping, and wiping out. It’s an action-packed day that promises to test both your team’s fitness and their sense of humour. Don’t get mad if you get knocked down a lot… like a lot.
6. Urban Explorers Treasure Hunt
As urban explorers, you’ll navigate through various challenges and clues scattered across iconic locations, requiring teamwork and strategy to unearth hidden treasures. Along the way, the city’s history and quirky secrets will become your clues, you must complete the hunt in the shortest time, but don’t forget to enjoy yourselves.
7. Go Mad in the Country
Teams embark on a thrilling evidence hunt, complete photo missions, and tackle engaging physical challenges to uncover additional clues. Along the way, you’ll interact with quirky suspects and lively characters brought to life by talented actors who will either aid or misguide your investigation.
4 outdoor team day out ideas in and around York
1. Hunt the streets of York!
☕ Let’s talk caffeine ☕
You like caffeine right?
Well, someone has committed a crime against caffeine in York!
How dare they!
It’s up to your team to find the offender!

StreetHunt Games offers immersive and self-guided mysteries —think a grown-up scavenger hunt meets escape room meets murder mystery, all played outdoors across York!
If you quote ‘Laughtercise’ when you book, you can get 10% off too.
Check out their 👉 Google Reviews Here 👈
Click here to book.
2. Lost Earth Adventures
Take part in a wide range of activities, from gorge walking and canyoning to caving and rock climbing—there’s plenty on offer at this fantastic venue. Conquer your fears and embrace the adrenaline rush, whether you’re climbing to new heights or navigating the challenging terrain. One thing’s for certain: it’s set to be an action-packed day full of adventure and excitement!
Check out their 👉 Google Reviews Here 👈
3. Yorkshire Activity Centre

Bring down the team and take on all Yorkshire Activity Center has to offer! If your looking to compete against colleagues take part in activities like clay pigeon shooting, archery or even axe-throwing, but if your looking to truly compete, take part in quad-biking where you will be able to navigate the open country, and embrace a day in the great outdoors, where along with the many challenges there will be triumphs making for a memorable day-out!
Check out their 👉 Google Reviews Here 👈
4. Go Ape

A day of zip-lines, high ropes, tarzan swings and crossings… What could go wrong? Take on the Treetop challenge where you will be navigating through many obstacles at a height of up to 16.6m! Take on colleagues and see who can make it to the end the fastest, but keep in mind this is no walk in the park.
Check out their 👉 Google Reviews Here 👈
4 York Team Building Experiences
1. 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
👉 Click here to find out more 👈
2. 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
Click here to find out more.
3. 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
Click here to find out more.
4. 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
Click here to find out more.
6 York Team Building Workshops
1. 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.
2. 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
Click here to find out more.
3. 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.
4. Rocket Launch
Unleash your inner engineer! Your team must design, build, and launch rockets to soar to new heights. You’ll work together to create your own space corporation, complete with branding and flight suits, before testing your creations in a thrilling launch sequence. Team with the highest flight wins!
5. Haka Challenge
Step into the world of ancient traditions with the Haka Challenge. Your team will learn and perform a traditional Haka, the powerful dance of the Maori people. This event tests your teamwork, energy creating an unforgettable experience that brings your team together through strength and rhythm.
6. Crime Scene Investigation
There’s been a murder, and your team must step into the shoes of a detective to crack the case. A body has been discovered, and you’re the first on the scene. With your keen eye and sharp instincts, you’ll need to figure out who the culprit is and why they did it. It’s a race against the clock to solve the crime before the mystery deepens!
4 Great Venues in York For Conferences, Away Days & Meetings
1. York Conferences & Events Centre

York Conferences provides access to over 200 different event spaces across the University of York campus and city-centre locations, from historic halls to modern meeting rooms and lakeside pods. This means you can tailor the space to your team’s needs — whether that’s focused workshops, keynote sessions, breakout groups, or casual social time.
Location: all over York
2. Priory Street Centre

Situated in the centre of York, the Priory Street Centre is perfect if you want to keep your team centrally near the train station. They have a range of small boardrooms to a large area that fits 150 people. They can provide tasty food to keep your team energised and happy! The building has lots of daylight and character and, because it’s not-for-profit, offers better value for money than other centrally based venues.
Great for your team because:
✔️ central and easy to reach
✔️ spaces for all group sizes
✔️ hybrid meeting tech
✔️ comfortable and inclusive environment
✔️ food and refreshments available
✔️ booking supports a local charity
Location: 15 Priory St, York YO1 6ET
3. The Milner

The Milner offers a variety of spaces. They have a large events centre that can house 410 people, with very good air-conditioning! Their Jorvik, Wedegwood & Minster rooms all can cater for +50 people. Their Oak room will give your team a more luxurious experience, with a dash of character. If you’re looking for a place for your team to stay the night, they have over 150 bedrooms.
Great for your team because:
✔ A one-stop venue for meetings, workshops and meals
✔ Flexible spaces for breakouts or whole-team sessions
✔ Convenient travel for UK-wide teams
✔ Inspiring blend of historic charm + modern functionality
✔ Onsite accommodation and hospitality to keep your group together
Location: Station Road, York, YO24 1AA
4. The Grand, York

The Grand was built in 1906, as a ‘Palace of Business’. So this choice is certainly the high-end choice, the ‘pushing the boat out for your team’ choice. The Grand Boardroom, with great decor, high ceilings, and views over York Minster, will give your team a great setting to get creative. There are several areas for food on-site. Your team can stay and feel the luxury of the bedrooms too!
Great for your team because:
✔ A prestigious, centrally-located home for your event
✔ Versatile meeting rooms for both large group sessions and focused team breakouts
✔ Integrated catering & hospitality
✔ A setting that inspires creativity and connection across your team
Location: Station Rise, York YO1 6GD
4 Christmas Team Building Events in York
1. 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)
👉 Click here to find out more 👈
What group sizes do you cater for in York?
We cater for every group size! From 6 right up to 1000. Whatever number you have, we’re there!
What is included in your team building sessions in York?
The best team building games in the world! And we’re pretty decent at facilitating them 😀 Your team will be have their brain cells tested with our Amusing Activities. They will then be tested on how well they can work together in our Timed Team Challenges. Things will then get wild as they play wild games like Numbers Jump & Head, Shoulders, Knees, CUP!
Do you come to our office in York or a venue we’ve picked?
Wherever you are in York, we’ll be there. And if you need help finding a venue, just get in touch.
What space and equipment do we need?
For space, the more space the better, but we can deliver our sessions just about anywhere. We don’t have much equipment so set-up time is limited.
How long do your team building activities last in York?
Whether you’re looking for a 30-mins energiser or a 4-hr all-dayer, we have all the packages that you need.
Team Building Activities Near Me in York
Flexible on location? Undecided on where to base your team for their away day adventure?
If so, check out The Best Team Building Activities Across Yorkshire
Whatever you pick to do, we hope you and your team have a great time together in York! 🙂
Have fun!
From Aaron & Team Laughtercise





