The UK's Got Sun - Let's Use It

The UK’s Got Sun – Let’s Use It

Let’s face it—when the UK gets a run of sunny weather, we drop everything to enjoy it. Parks fill up, office windows fly open, and the whole country seems to breathe a collective sigh of relief.

If you’ve been thinking about giving your team a boost, this mini heatwave is the perfect excuse. Instead of another afternoon of back-to-back meetings, imagine your team outside, bonding over challenges, games, and real conversation—away from the screens and the office routine.

There’s no better time to take team building outdoors.

Why Outdoor Team Building Just Works in Warm Weather

Team-building activities are always a valuable investment. But when you take them outside in the sunshine, they become something special.

Here’s why warm-weather events are worth jumping on:

1. A Natural Morale Boost

Sunshine has a proven effect on mood and motivation. Combine that with the buzz of being outdoors and the camaraderie of shared experience, and you’ve got the perfect recipe for an energised, connected team.

2. A Break from the Norm

A well-planned outdoor activity can feel like a mini getaway—even if you stay local. It’s a break from the routine, a breath of fresh air, and a chance to reset without needing to book flights or block out an entire week.

3. Easier, More Genuine Team Bonding

People relax outdoors. There’s less pressure, fewer formalities, and more room for casual conversation and spontaneous fun. That’s where real connections happen—and it’s those moments that turn a group of colleagues into a high-performing team.

The Best Outdoor Team Building Activities for Sunny Days

At The Teambuilding Company, we’ve run thousands of successful outdoor events over the last 30+ years. When the weather’s good, these are the most popular activities our clients love to book.

1. The Crystal Challenge

Inspired by the legendary TV show, this high-energy event is packed with physical, mental, and skill-based challenges. Teams move through themed zones, working together to win crystals and ultimately face the final task.

It’s competitive, inclusive, and ideal for larger groups looking for something exciting and structured.

Discover The Crystal Challenge

2. It’s a Knockout

Foam, inflatables, fancy dress, and full-throttle fun—this is a team-building classic that never fails to bring big laughs and big energy.

Teams go head-to-head in hilarious inflatable games that get everyone moving and cheering. Perfect for summer socials or company celebrations.

Explore It’s a Knockout

3. GPS Treasure Hunt

Combining problem-solving with tech and adventure, this event is a smart way to get your team exploring together.

Using tablets and GPS, teams race across a location of your choice, unlocking clues, completing photo and video challenges, and competing to top the leaderboard.

It’s flexible, inclusive, and great for teams that love a mix of logic, movement, and discovery.

Book a GPS Treasure Hunt

4. Country Sports

Give your team a unique taste of the countryside with a day of outdoor pursuits. Choose from archery, axe throwing, laser clay shooting, falconry, and more.

This event balances relaxation with skill-based challenges in a beautiful rural setting—ideal for away days, leadership retreats, or something a bit different.

Learn More About Country Sports

5. Spy School

A day of spy training at our top secret mobile spy training facility which can be located at any suitable venue across the UK. Evade, capture, deceive and plan your way through a selection of fiendish yet fun challenges. Engaging command tasks combine with thrilling shooting and driving trials to give you the ultimate spy experience.

Teams rotate around a selection of the activities, and are assessed by our spy trainers, at the end of the day the best performing team will graduate as agents with full “00” status.

How to Plan a Last-Minute Outdoor Event (Yes, You Still Can)

Worried you’ve missed the window? Good news—you haven’t. With our experienced event managers, it’s absolutely possible to organise a fantastic event within a few days. Here’s how to make it happen.

Step 1: Pick a Date

With sunny days forecast, midweek or Friday events are a great option. Let us know your availability and we’ll move fast to secure your preferred slot.

Step 2: Choose an Activity

Whether you’re drawn to something competitive, creative, or just plain fun, we’ll help you choose the right fit for your team’s goals and vibe. Browse our full range of outdoor events or contact us for tailored suggestions.

Step 3: Leave the Logistics to Us

We handle it all—from sourcing venues and managing health and safety to providing facilitators and all necessary equipment. You just show up and enjoy the day.

Why Outdoor Team Building Delivers Real ROI

Yes, it’s fun. But outdoor team-building events also drive tangible benefits back at work.

Improved communication: Real conversations build trust and reduce silos.
Stronger collaboration: Activities force creative thinking and teamwork under time pressure.
Better retention: Employees are more likely to stay when they feel invested in.
Leadership development: These events reveal natural leaders and showcase team dynamics in action.

Whether you're looking to reward staff, reconnect hybrid teams, or reinvigorate culture, a single day in the sun can be surprisingly powerful.

Tips for a Successful Outdoor Team Event in the Heat

Warm weather is a gift, but it does require a little planning. Here are some simple ways to make sure your team stays comfortable and energised:

Encourage light, breathable clothing and sunscreen
Provide access to shaded areas or pop-up gazebos
Keep water stations available throughout the day
Add in refreshments, snacks, or a summer BBQ for a complete experience

Where Can You Host an Outdoor Team Building Day?

We operate across the UK, delivering outdoor team-building experiences in cities, countryside retreats, parks, and private venues.

Whether you have space at your office, want help sourcing the perfect location, or need a completely off-site experience, we’ve got options ready to go. Our team can recommend tried-and-tested venues near you or bring the event to a location of your choice.

Why Now is the Time to Act

UK sunshine doesn’t hang around forever—and neither does prime event availability. Here’s what we’re seeing:

A spike in enquiries following the heatwave forecast
Midweek slots filling up fast for short-notice events
HR teams and office managers looking for quick wins to boost team morale

If you’ve been meaning to plan a summer event or reconnect your hybrid workforce, this is the ideal moment. A week of good weather is a golden opportunity—and we’re ready to help you seize it.

Ready to Book? Here’s Your Next Step

Make this sunny spell count with an outdoor team-building day your staff will talk about all year.

Browse our most popular outdoor team-building events, or get in touch and we’ll help you build the perfect experience from the ground up.

Final Thoughts

There’s something special about blue skies and shared laughter. A week of sunshine in the UK is a rare treat—and your team deserves more than just opening the office blinds.

A smartly planned outdoor event creates joy, builds stronger working relationships, and shows your team they’re genuinely valued. It’s an investment in your people, your culture, and your company’s long-term performance.

So don’t wait for the next forecast. Let’s take advantage of the sunshine, step outside, and give your team an experience they’ll remember—long after the skies turn grey again.

Alternative event suggestions:

Crystal Challenge Team Building Event

A mix of mental and physical team-based tasks

The Crystal Challenge is a dynamic outdoor team-building experience that puts your team’s communication, creativity, and collaboration to the test. Drawing inspiration from the classic TV show The Crystal Maze, this event features a series of carefully designed challenges, each offering the chance to win crystals based on how well your team performs.

The activities are crafted to encourage quick thinking, strategic planning, and effective teamwork—without being physically intense. Expect a mix of puzzles, problem-solving exercises, and skill-based games that get everyone involved. It’s ideal for teams looking to boost morale and sharpen their thinking in a competitive, light-hearted environment.

Designed to develop leadership, improve group communication, and encourage innovative thinking, the Crystal Challenge is a perfect fit for organisations looking to engage their team in something stimulating, but not overly physical.

Country Sports Outdoor Team Building Event

A refreshing and energetic day in the countryside

Step into the fresh air and enjoy a day packed with classic countryside fun. Our Country Sports event offers a wide selection of outdoor team-building activities that combine challenge, enjoyment, and plenty of laughter. From archery and laser clay shooting to Segways and even duck herding, there’s something for everyone.

This event creates a fantastic environment for natural team bonding, with just the right amount of friendly competition. Many teams choose Country Sports as a fun break after a morning of meetings, but it also makes for a brilliant full-day away from the office.

We deliver this event at a selection of top-quality outdoor venues across the UK, all chosen for their excellent facilities and beautiful settings. Some even allow for exciting motorised additions like Quad Bikes and Power turn buggies. Not sure which location would suit your group best? We’re happy to recommend options tailored to your needs.

The Perfect Teambuild

A tailored mix of physical and problem-solving activities

Can’t decide between mental and physical challenges? The Perfect Teambuild brings you the best of both worlds by combining elements from two of our most popular events: the high-energy action of Country Sports and the brain-teasing strategy of Crystal Challenge.

This event blends hands-on excitement with collaborative thinking. Picture your team battling it out in Human Table Football or testing their accuracy with Laser Clay Pigeon Shooting, before shifting gears to tackle cerebral tasks like Cypher or Chemical Rescue.

With over fifteen different activities to choose from, your day can be fully customised to suit your goals, group size, and budget. Whether you're racing across Inflatable Volleyball, constructing with Bridge Build, slowing things down with Pistol Shooting, or herding ducks for a laugh—we’ll help you design an experience your team won’t forget.

The Great London Treasure Hunt

The City’s Streets Become Your Playground

Experience London in a whole new way with our immersive, city-wide treasure hunt. This team adventure takes you through the heart of the capital, discovering iconic landmarks, hidden gems, and fascinating bits of history as you go.

We can begin your experience from almost any location—your office, hotel, conference centre, restaurant, or even outside Waterloo Station. Once your group is assembled, our event manager will provide a briefing before issuing each team with an iPad loaded with our custom-designed GPS treasure hunt software.

Your team will navigate through the city by following virtual hotspots on the iPad map. Each hotspot unlocks a different challenge, ranging from trivia and location-based questions to photo tasks and scavenger hunts. Keep your eyes peeled—you may even encounter a few surprise characters along the way who will provide bonus missions to earn extra points.

This experience is highly interactive, competitive, and fun—and best of all, thanks to our tech, it’s Google-proof. That means all the fun happens out on the streets, not on your phone screen.

James Bond 007 Treasure Hunt

Your Name’s Bond… James Bond

Step into the world of international espionage with this thrilling James Bond-themed treasure hunt. You'll be welcomed by our very own “Q”, who will equip each team with an iPad programmed with an interactive mission briefing and GPS challenge map.

As you navigate through the mission area, you'll track down hidden agents, decrypt clues, and complete Bond-inspired puzzles. The route is packed with high-stakes challenges designed to test your teamwork, logic, and nerve—all against the clock.

Knowing your Bond films might give you an edge, but teamwork and quick thinking will be your best weapons. Each challenge only becomes available when you're at the correct GPS location, so there's no shortcutting the mission or Googling clues from a comfortable bar (even if you're tempted to order a Martini).

It’s fast-paced, cleverly designed, and full of 007 flair. Will your team be the first to complete the mission and return victorious—for Queen and Country?

Hidden Quest Treasure Hunt

Tailored to Your Location of Choice

The Hidden Quest Treasure Hunt turns any destination into a live-action adventure. Perfect for towns, cities, or even the grounds of a private venue, this event is fully customisable to wherever you'd like it to take place.

Armed with iPads and guided by cutting-edge GPS software, your team will move through a series of interactive checkpoints, each unlocking challenges, riddles, and puzzles that relate directly to your chosen location. Along the way, you’ll meet quirky costumed characters who deliver bonus missions and unexpected twists.

No two Hidden Quests are the same. Each version is carefully written to reflect the unique history, quirks, and hidden stories of your chosen area—whether you're exploring the lanes of a historic town, the gardens of a country estate, or a city centre filled with local legends.

It’s the perfect combination of custom storytelling, real-world adventure, and team interaction.

Chocolate Making Team Building Event

Turn Any Space Into Your Own Chocolate Workshop

If you’ve ever dreamt of stepping inside your own chocolate factory, now’s your chance. Our Chocolate Making team-building event transforms almost any venue into a hands-on confectionery experience led by our expert chocolatier.

After a short demonstration, teams dive into creating their own truffles and artisan chocolate creations. With a tempting spread of ingredients, flavourings, and optional liqueurs, everyone gets to mix, mould and decorate delicious treats tailored to their taste.

We bring everything you need—from granite tempering surfaces to chef hats and aprons—so your team not only feels like chocolatiers, but looks the part too. Fun, creative and indulgent, this is a great indoor activity for groups looking to learn a new skill and enjoy some sweet rewards.

Together We Can Team Building Event

A Fully Collaborative Experience

Together We Can is all about cooperation and collective success. Rather than working in isolation or competing head-to-head, teams must collaborate and contribute toward a single, shared goal.

Through a sequence of engaging, non-competitive tasks, each group works on a portion of the overall challenge. Communication is key—teams must brief one another, pass on progress, and ensure their efforts align for a successful outcome.

This event embodies the core principles of great teamwork: trust, listening, and shared responsibility. It’s ideal for teams that want a meaningful bonding experience without the pressure of competition.

The F1 Challenge Formula 1 Themed Event

Design, Build and Race Your Own F1 Car

Channel the energy of the pit lane in this fast-paced Formula 1-themed team building experience. Starting with a pre-built chassis, your team designs, constructs, and brands your own racing vehicle—complete with team name, logo, and even custom uniforms.

Once the car is built and the theme pitched to our expert panel, it’s time to hit the track. The race includes a thrilling pit-stop tyre change and a final sprint to the finish line. Bonus points are awarded for creativity, design, and teamwork—not just speed.

More than just building a car, this challenge mirrors the collaborative demands of a real racing team: strategy, communication, and execution under pressure.

The Ultimate Challenge Team Building Event

Fast-Paced, Competitive and Fun

Get ready for chaos, laughter, and high energy. The Ultimate Challenge pits teams against the clock in a series of rapid-fire puzzles, quirky games, and hands-on mini tasks.

Each group receives an ‘Ultimate Challenge Chest’ filled with materials for dozens of tasks—some logical, some physical, some downright silly. The trick is to divide and conquer, using your team’s mix of strengths to complete as many challenges as possible in a limited time.

Expect a high-energy atmosphere where every second counts and creativity is just as valuable as problem-solving.

iPad Movie Making Team Building Event

Lights, Camera, Teamwork

This unique team building activity gives everyone the chance to direct, star in, and produce their very own short film. Using high-resolution iPads with advanced filming and editing software, your team will storyboard, shoot, and edit a movie from start to finish.

Our kit includes props, costumes, and professional support to help bring your ideas to life. Whether you’re recreating a famous scene or writing something original, the creative process encourages teamwork, communication, and a good deal of laughter.

Once editing is complete, you’ll gather for a premiere screening to watch each film and celebrate your team’s on-screen achievements.

Da Vinci’s Designs – Indoor Team Building Event

Collaborative Creativity in Action

Da Vinci’s Designs is a creative team-building event focused on collaboration and communication. It’s not about artistic ability—it’s about working together to achieve a shared vision.

Each team is given a section of a large collaborative canvas, which must align with those around it. The challenge? Teams don’t see the full picture and must rely on good communication to ensure their designs match up.

The final reveal showcases how individual contributions—when coordinated effectively—can come together to create something greater than the sum of its parts.

Rollercoaster Indoor Team Building Event

Design, Build and Test Your Gravity-Driven Creation

In this large-scale indoor challenge, teams work together to construct a functioning rollercoaster designed to carry a football from start to finish—using only gravity for propulsion.

You’ll need a mix of engineering skill, creative thinking, and coordination to build a track with turns, twists, and optional stunts like jumps and loop-the-loops. The bigger the group, the more ambitious the structure can be—and the more impressive the final reveal.

This is an engaging, hands-on challenge that brings out both the problem-solvers and the creatives in your team, all while working toward one spectacular goal.