The best venues for team building and corporate away days in Kent

Perched above Romney Marsh with Channel views (France included on clear days), this 12th-century castle sets 139 acres of countryside around Gothic function rooms once frequented by Sir Paul McCartney and Mick Jagger.

The expansive grounds double as a natural playground for team building, from garden games and picnics to al fresco dinners under the stars.

This award-winning Indian restaurant transforms into an exclusive-hire space for larger groups, pairing warm hospitality with a confident, contemporary take on Indian cooking.

A relaxed choice for teams wanting a foodie experience, with a curated menu, a well-stocked bar of cocktails and wines, and a team well-versed in catering for larger groups.

On the banks of the River Stour, this contemporary five-screen cinema pairs cutting-edge AV with a riverside bar, built for presentations, screenings and parties with a creative edge.

Hire a full screen for a team movie night with pizza and popcorn, choosing from classics like Jumanji, The Parent Trap or Harry Potter, a relaxed way to unwind together.

Set across 500 acres of parkland near Maidstone, this iconic castle estate ranges from the historic Castle dining room to the Tudor Maiden's Tower.

Day and 24-hour team-building packages include a morning falconry experience and private Kentish wine tasting, plus optional adventure golf and archery, with dinner and overnight stays available.

Found in Chatterton Village, this celebrated Indian restaurant hides two elegant private rooms behind its laid-back dining room, each with its own bar and lounge.

A great pick for teams who bond over food, with a curated menu spanning traditional Indian feasts, sharing platters and canapés, alongside a well-stocked bar.

Housed in a Grade II listed oast house within The Hop Farm, this rustic-meets-versatile venue offers four spaces from the grand Shires Function Suite to the intimate Roundels.

The countryside setting suits both indoor and outdoor team building, with local partners bringing group challenges, problem-solving games and outdoor pursuits designed to build trust and collaboration.

Family-run for over 50 years, this countryside estate half an hour from London pairs a restaurant and Joe's Bar with flexible function rooms for two to 500 guests, plus free Wi-Fi and presentation kit.

Plenty of outdoor space suits creative team building, from the Tiki Bar & BBQ terrace to the gardens, while the Billiard Suite and Lounge offer relaxed indoor spaces for networking afterwards.

Childhood home of Anne Boleyn, Hever Castle blends Tudor grandeur with 150 acres of gardens, a moat and lake.

Teams can try laser shooting, archery, duck herding, quad bikes, digger driving and reverse-steer Land Rover driving, plus lake treasure hunts, with dedicated coordinators shaping the day around your goals.

Home to the largest conference room in Kent, this 26-acre hotel beside Leeds Castle scales from the 600-guest Heart of Kent Suite down to intimate boardrooms across 15 flexible spaces.

Teams can try axe-throwing, archery and giant inflatables across the hotel's extensive outdoor space, with the events team happy to work alongside your chosen team-building company or the games you bring yourself.

Set across 400 years of maritime history on an 80-acre estate, this show-stopping venue ranges from the grand No.3 Slip Mezzanine to the newly restored, Georgian-era Commissioner's House and HMS Gannet.

Group tours make memorable team activities, from a learning traditional ropemaking, to exploring HM Submarine Ocelot or a behind-the-scenes walking tour uncovering the Dockyard.

A Georgian landmark in Royal Tunbridge Wells set in 14 acres of grounds, The Spa Hotel scales from the 300-guest Royal Suite down to the intimate Queens Room, all just minutes from town.

The hotel's extensive grounds are given over to outdoor team building and away days, and the events team works with a dedicated team-building company to create unique experiences.

This impressive medieval house sits amid 2,500 acres of Tudor gardens and parkland, the ideal rural retreat, with Gothic windows and candlelit grandeur offering a memorable backdrop for your event.

The parkland opens up for archery, falconry, quad biking, fly fishing and Segway experiences, with the private Inner Courtyard on hand afterwards for barbecues and drinks.