Why Manchester Team Building?
Manchester is a beautiful city full of places to go and things to do. This means that when it comes to Manchester Team Building, you won’t be short of options! Manchester is also home to a vast array of venues, meaning you won’t be in short supply there either! From indoor to outdoor activities, the opportunities are endless, no matter what your group size is! There’s also a wide range of nightlife, meaning the Team Bonding doesn’t have to stop at the end of your activity if you don’t want it to!
If you’re looking to break free from the typical in-office Team Exercises we all roll our eyes at, Manchester is the perfect location to motivate your team by engaging them in fun activities and exciting events!
Top 5 Manchester Team Building Activities
With so much to offer in just one city, it can be overwhelming selecting the right activity for you and your team! Just in case you needed a little help, we’ve put together the Top 5 Manchester Team Building Activities to provide some inspiration! Although we do love all of these activities, if you’re not sure, fear not! You can find our full range of Team Bonding Activities available in Manchester right here.
1. Revolution Cocktail Making Class and Food Sharers
Get ready to master all the tricks of the trade in this Cocktail Making Class! From muddling and mixing to shaking and stirring, you’ll learn it all! Sample some of your favourites with your team before getting behind the bar to blend your own. There may even be some food sharers to enjoy as well!
2. Escape The Office
Put your wits to the test as you race against the clock to Escape The Office! Take your team on a journey solving clues and puzzles along the way as they use communication and logic to escape each unique room. Once inside, you must look around, expect the unexpected, and think outside the box to be successful.
3. It’s A Knockout
It’s A Knockout is a mobile event full of fun, inflatables and madness! Watch your venue be transformed into an It’s A Knockout arena for your whole team to participate in. All challenges will be head-to-head activities to keep teams in competition throughout the entire event. Expect to get wet for this event though, as you’ll be facing the famous inflatable washing machines!
4. Old School Sports Day
Enjoy a day reliving your childhood with Old School Sports Day! Teams will take part in a range of nostalgic games in a bid to become the Old School Sports Day Champions! Teams will also be colour coded, just like the real thing, so make sure you cheer on your teammates! After all, team work makes the dream work!
5. The Office Games
If you love a bit of Saturday Night TV, why not bring it to life with The Office Games! Upon seeing their venue transformed into a game show setting, teams must compete head-to-head. With a variety of challenges and tasks to take on, and an interactive host bringing the buzz of a game show to real life, what’s not to love! Do you think you have what it takes to win?
Best Lunch/Dinner Spots for Manchester Team Building
Now, this “Ultimate Guide” wouldn’t be so ultimate if we didn’t give you the best spots for your Manchester Corporate Lunch or Team Dinner now would it? Sometimes, Team Building Events can last the whole day, so why not break up the day with a lunch event, or treat your team to dinner in Manchester? After all, we want your Manchester Team Building day to be the best it can be! Not to worry if you don’t like our picks though, there’s plenty of other restaurants to choose from!
1. The Alchemist
If you’re looking for a dark and exciting twist to your Manchester Team Event, look no further than The Alchemist! Situated in the heart of Manchester, The Alchemist offers a range of enticing cocktails and bewitching food to draw you in! Treat your team to classic dishes with an Alchemist twist!
2. Hawksmoor
Located a stone’s throw from Spinningfields, Hawksmoor offers the very best steak and seafood combination that Manchester has to offer! Don’t worry, there are some vegetarian options too! Treat your team to a cut above the rest at Hawksmoor!
3. Village Brasserie
Located in the Velvet hotel, Village Brasserie provides the perfect backdrop for a Manchester Corporate Lunch! With an eclectic menu championing seasonality, quality and provenance, there’s truly something for everyone! Treat your team to British and Mediterranean-influenced food as they relax for some Team Bonding outside the office!
4. The Ivy Roof Garden
If you want to really treat your team, why not take them to The Ivy Roof Garden! Surrounded by florals, foliage and colourful fabrics, your team will be welcomed into an oasis in the heart of Manchester. Not too sure on Roof Garden? There’s also The Ivy Brasserie and The Ivy Asian available if that’s something you would prefer! The opportunities are endless.
5. Evelyn’s Cafe Bar
With a wide range of menu options, meaning there’s something for everyone, what’s not to love! With a stunning yet relaxed interior, your team can sit back and relax during or after their day of Team Building, letting them get to know each other over some delicious food! The best part about Evelyn’s Cafe Bar is there’s a brunch option too, if that’s what you’re after!
Now that you’ve come to the end of our Ultimate Manchester Team Building Guide, you must be an expert on Manchester and have a pretty good idea of where to go and what to do! Still not sure? No problem! You can find our full range of Manchester Team Experiences here. Alternatively, you can fill out an enquiry form or contact us directly!
