Updated on 30 March 2026
Team building has gotten a bit of a bad rep over the years. These two words are likely to elicit groans as well as a general lack of enthusiasm from your team, and we can understand why. Badly organised away days can often be worse than not bothering at all. Ensuring that you head into your team building day with a concrete plan, as well as a top notch venue, can go a long way to helping create a sense of collaboration amongst your employees and helping to create a productive working environment.
So what makes a good team building venue? Well, in our opinion, it’s all about the activities. Giving your team something to focus on, whether that be karaoke, cooking classes or clay pigeon shooting, is a must. Ensuring that your venue comes with engaging activities will help to keep your team busy, as well as working as a bit of an icebreaker and helping to create a relaxed environment. In fact, you can check out our guide to London's best activity bars if you're after a venue that combines great food and drinks with games.
The venues below offer a variety of challenging and motivating activities that are designed to bring out the best in your team: whether that be encouraging communication, helping to develop trust, or even just encouraging a bit of friendly competition. If you're on the hunt for the perfect venue then you've come to the right place.
Our selection includes options suitable for different group sizes and budgets, ensuring that there’s something for everyone when it comes to booking your team away day. We've scoured the city and rounded up a list of the top team building venues in London, with everything from cooking masterclasses and mini golf to escape rooms and karaoke. If anything strikes your fancy, be sure to click 'book now' and get started on booking a memorable team building venue.
Admirals Court, Tower Hill, London, SE1 2LH
Team building on a boat? Set sail down the river with Thames Luxury Charters, combining fine dining and live entertainment with this riverside backdrop. Whether you’re looking to host a corporate dinner, or a Summer get-together, the team is on hand to help you create the perfect team building day.
15 John Prince's Street, Marylebone, London, W1G 0AB
If you’re searching for a team building space with a party atmosphere just minutes from Oxford Circus, this is the one for you. With a capacity of up to 800, Swingers West End offers private area hires and a variety of packages for drinks, crazy golf, and food.
One New Change, City of London, London, EC4M 9AF
This large-scale venue near St Paul’s guarantees hours of fun, with its high-energy arcade games that are perfect for team building. Spark some friendly competition with fairground-style games, and capacity for up to 800 guests, as well as smaller bookable zones. Once you’re done, you and your guests can sit back and relax with cocktails and plenty of street food.
3 Enterprise Way, Wandsworth, London, SW18 1FZ
Hosting private groups to its cooking masterclasses, The Avenue Cookery School offers a fun and collaborative experience for the team to get their hands dirty. Whip up fresh pasta, pristine macarons, or delicately rolled sushi and enjoy your creations together with a glass of wine or some cocktails.
12 Meard Street, Soho, London, W1F 0EQ
Located in the heart of Soho, there’s more to Pitch than just golfing (although that’s definitely part of the package), with VR headsets, dance mats and multiplayer racing. Whether you’re a complete novice or somewhat of a pro, encourage some friendly competition amongst your team, and celebrate over drinks and nibbles.
Roehampton Lane, Putney, London, SW15 5PH
Set in the grounds of the Grade II listed Grove House, team building events at Roehampton Venues are an opportunity not to be missed. Expect options to include human football, funfair stalls, barbecues, treasure hunts, and charity games like putt for a purpose. What’s not to like?
84 Chancery Lane , Holborn, London, WC2A 1DL
It’s a known fact, that the best way to get everyone’s guard down and foster connection is through embarrassing singing and consonant duets. You might even discover a singing sensation hiding among the ranks. And if that’s not your style, rest assured there’s some great food and drinks on offer too.
1 The Avenue, Liverpool Street, London, EC2M 4YP
If breaking the ice is your objective, you’re in luck. Karaoke at Lucky Voice is the ultimate morale booster. There’s also a range of fun and interactive games and plenty of food. Plus, you’ll have your own corporate host, so both the team and leadership can let their hair down and enjoy a tipple.
Upper Ground, South Bank, London, SE1 9PU
A beachy haven near Waterloo, London City Beach has got all the elements of a great team building day out covered. Think, simulated surfing, mini golf, street food, hog roasts, and cocktails. It’s a large space, with plenty of package options suited to all event types.
89 Effra Road, Brixton, London, SW2 1DF
For a team building day with a playful twist, Effra Social in Brixton ticks all our boxes. Challenge your team to an afternoon of interactive darts, or opt for a bit of karaoke, before heading to one of the flexible event spaces for some craft beers and hearty sharing plates for the perfect team bonding experience.
Wood Wharf, Canary Wharf, London, E14 9QG
Team building at Mercato Metropolitano Wood Wharf is all about hands-on workshops, from dim sum and pasta making to chocolate tasting and guided wine sessions with an expert sommelier. Ideal for work celebrations, these fun bespoke events won't break the bank, but are guaranteed to leave a lasting impression.
If you're looking to get out of the capital then we've got plenty of alternate venues to host your team building across the country. Or, you can even turn your team bonding into a weekend getaway - get your whole team out of the office for a bit with one of the UK’s best team building venues with accommodation.
If you're still struggling for ideas then be sure to take a look at our guide to the best summer team building ideas with everything from escape rooms to cocktail masterclasses, all designed to help bring your team together.
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