OK, so your business is based in the capital. Of course it is, you’re in good company. In fact, did you know, according to stats expert folks at Parliament UK, in 2017 there were 5.7 million businesses in the UK with 1,519 businesses per 10,000 resident adults in London alone. That’s a lot of Monday morning groans, venti americanos, and Oyster card stresses, that’s for sure. Big up to the Big Smoke! Amidst the hustle and bustle, perhaps it’s time to take time out from the business humdrum and attempt some innovative team building activities London, what d’ya say? Hey…
Team building activities London stylee
Given that the capital is the heart of the country’s buzzing business hub, team building activities London deserve some due detail and attention. It’s so very easy to get caught up in the world of work, meeting deadlines, hitting targets, securing contracts. But, without a solid team by your side, how you’re going to muster up the goods to keep business ticking, Accolade only knows.
All the best business heads know that team builders are integral to integrating teams, meshing up their skill sets, reinforcing company messages, and creating professional bonds. All of which transfer quite nicely when everyone is back in their natural working habitat, ie. the office.
When you envisage team building activities in London, you would be forgiven for dreaming up days of corporate jargon, you know, suited and booted affairs. That said, Accolade know how to create a different kind of day. Think outside of that restrictive business box, and take inspiration from the city that surrounds you. Team building activities London should be infused with all the best bits that the Big Smoke has to offer. Get your team revved up, excited about their contribution to the capital’s corporate scene.
In fact, let us show you how it’s done. Here’s a rundown of our eight favourite team-building activities, London style.
Charity Apprentice
Do your bit for charity, while your team become immersed in the city’s most famous corporate reality TV concept. You’re hired.
Event at a Glance:
Group Size: 12 – 500
Duration: 90 minutes to a full day
Indoor/Outdoor: Both
Location: Can be hosted worldwide at a venue of your choice
Have we got News for You
Give politics the elbow and use this notorious quiz show format to reinforce your company message. Collaborative thinking definitely required!
Event at a Glance:
Group Size: 15 – 100
Duration: Flexible from 40 – 90 minutes
Indoor/Outdoor: Indoor
Location: Can be hosted throughout Europe at a venue of your choice
London Funopoly
We all know how it works, but forget the Monopoly games board. Your team will take to the streets of London to complete this life-size team mission.
Event at a Glance:
Group Size: 12 – 500
Duration: Flexible from 2 – 3 hours
Indoor/Outdoor: Outdoor
Location: London
Dragons Den
London business greats often graduate to the dragon’s den. Teams must work together and hone in on their skills to design creative innovations to impress the dragons.
Event at a Glance:
Group Size: 12 – 75
Duration: Flexible from 90 minutes – 3 hours
Indoor/Outdoor: Indoor
Location: Can be hosted throughout Europe at a venue of your choice
Football Fever
Whether your loyalties lie with Chelsea, Spurs, Arsenal, West Ham, or beyond the Big Smoke, celebrate all things footie with London themed football team building activities.
Event at a Glance:
Group Size: 15 – 500
Duration: Flexible – daytime or evening
Indoor/Outdoor: Both
Location: Can be hosted throughout Europe at a venue of your choice
Thriller
No, it’s not a West End theatre trip. This MJ-inspired dance-a-thon will get your team thinking, working, and moving in unison as they recreate that iconic dance routine.
Event at a Glance:
Group Size: 10 – 1000
Duration: Flexible from 1 – 4 hours
Indoor/Outdoor: Indoor
Location: Can be hosted worldwide at a venue of your choice
Company Canape Making
The capital is home to some of the finest eateries that the globe has to offer. Tap in on that fine dining vibe, as your team apron-up to create canape culinary sensations.
Event at a Glance:
Group Size: 12 – 100
Duration: 2 – 3 Hours
Indoor/Outdoor: Indoor
Location: Can be hosted worldwide at a venue of your choice
