The best team building venues in London

Head on down to Wimbledon – but not for tennis – for a complete day or night out with the team wining, dining, and working on those swings, complete with a bar and lovely outdoor terrace. With a total capacity of 150 guests, Golf Goove has 12 golf simulators and regularly welcomes large parties interested in golf or otherwise, there's plenty of dining, drinking and virtual games to please everybody. And for the more serious players, there are some of the best courses from around the world for them too. As we said, it's a complete day out for the team.

A true one-of-a-kind, F1 arcade puts you in the hot seat, literally. Boasting state-of-the-art racing simulators, a fully stocked bar and unrivalled views of St Paul's, this team activity spot doesn't hold back on the 'experience' angle.

Whether you dream of the perfect corner, weaving your way through the crowded starting grid or careening into the runoff, this should be on your radar.

Between the simulators and the bar, this is a whole London team activity day out.

Located in Queensway in the heart of London, QUEENS Skate Dine Bowl is electric.

This London team activity venue offers a bowling alley alongside an arcade zone, an ice rink and a lesser-known curling pitch all of which are open until late.

Book the main lanes or treat yourself to the liquor lanes. Super slick and bright red with your own bar. If you bowl up an appetite, QUEENS serve shakes, burgers and fries. Guests can relax in the lounge bar and partake in the popular pastime of pulling ridiculous photos in multiple photo booths.

The classic game of darts has been digitalised at Oche The Strand. The London team activity venue focuses on the digital darts experience whilst serving Asian-inspired gourmet dishes and delicious drinks. Battle your co-workers and see who has got the most accurate throw.

For those playing for the first time, fear not, the digitalised game makes it easy to follow, keep track of the score, and choose from a variety of different games.

In the heart of Borough, this former ictorian dairy factory is one of the more beautiful team away day venues in London. Modernity meets industrial chic with a variety of blank canvas spaces that you can truly make your own. The venue can accommodate many different instances of team building, with a bar and garden available.

The standout 'White Space' can facilitate 100 guests seated theatre-style or 200 standing guests. Both setups will benefit from the flood of daylight let in by the factory windows, whilst a private courtyard gives your guests an outside option.

In-house AV and uninterrupted stage views make it a great choice for not only away days but presentations, networking events, and pretty much anything you can come up with.

5, 32? Bingo!

Thinking of having a competitive round of bingo with your team? With an expert in-house team, entertaining live hosts and a venue that’s nothing to sniff at, Hijingo Bingo is a pretty good shout.

Take up the challenge with enough graphics and special effects to take things to a whole new level – and of course, drinks and snacks for those all-important breaks.

Open seven days a week (with Mondays reserved for private hire), this Tokyo Nights-inspired bingo club certainly gives a new spin to the game of bingo.

Whether you are a seasoned beer enthusiast or just curious about learning your hops from your malts, Mash Paddle Brewery offers your team a unique experience. Learn about the brewing process, taste different craft beers, and kick back.

Located near Bermondsey station, the team at Mash Paddle Brewery is passionate about creating quality beers that cater to a variety of tastes. The brewery is open for private hire and offers groups of 6 a chance to bond over the barrel.

Establish a colony on Mars. Experience your very own Squid Game. Or simply enjoy a game of Angry Birds. All a stone’s throw away from Southwark tube station.

Pick your game of choice then get ushered into one of GameBox’s smart rooms (which has space for up to 6 team members). With motion tracking and touch screen tech, get ready to be in the centre of the action. Gear up then get playing with co-workers whilst you work your way through challenges.

VR has taken London by pixelated storm. Seemingly every team activity venue has abandoned the tactile world for high-definition interactivity. Which, though, is really worth going to?

Sandbox distinguishes itself by allowing up to 6 of you to shoot, run and commit general acts of violence against virtual assailants. There's enough equipment that by the time you jump into the virtual world, you begin to resemble a paramilitary toaster. There is an upside to of all of this plastic, velcro and sensor equipment: it's a full-body experience, meaning the tech will track every flailing limb and botched rifle blast.

The game modes lean on familiar territory: expect pirates, aliens and hordes of undead. And, after all that thirsty slaughter, you can even order a cocktail from what we understand to be London's first robotic mixologist.

You never forget your first swing. With two courses, a lounge and a bar, Swingers West End branch brings its own British seaside flair to crazy golf.

Offering private full-venue hire, Swingers has room for up to 500 guests. The entire venue is divided into individual spaces, each with its unique charms. Step into the Palm Lounge, the Sun Room or the Promenade to see for yourself.

Closed on Mondays, this miniature golf space brings together good food, good drinks and a great game of golf.

If anyone knows the power of a good game of darts, it’s Flight Club.

Red leather sofas, warmly-lit rooms and a session of darts await you at one of London’s most sought-after activity venues. Spread across four locations in London, Flight Club offer 90-minute slots for you and at least five other team members (or three on weekdays).

Get playing with a dedicated Gamesmaster on hand to help you get the most out of your time. Winners walk away with a shiny Flight Club medal.

For larger groups (37+ guests), don’t forget to drop them a line about private hire for you and your team.

Fancy a round? Puttshack brings tech-friendly mini golf to life at their four London locations — and they’re ready to help you make the most of your next team-building event.

With automatic point scoring, live leaderboards, intuitive gameplay, and a ball that keeps track of your success, you can do away with outdated scorecards.

Open seven days a week, hop in for a game or two with your colleagues and opt for a round of mini golf.

Fancy a game of footie? Whether you’re an aspiring Ronaldo or just Ronald from legal, TOCA Social has games for you – and every team member. Ace footballers aren’t required – just show up and get your head in the game.

If kicking a ball around isn’t your thing, there are other games. While you decide on that, choose from a selection of American dishes that’ll make you forget you’re in Greenwich and drinks to quench your thirst after a successful game.

Step inside Substation Brixton and start indoor climbing, or using the correct term, bouldering. Their mission is to promote a healthy lifestyle through bouldering, yoga, fitness, wellness and healthy meals.

For those looking for a team activity that will foster well-being, this is the way to go. The venue features 12 overhanging walls, a fitness studio, as well as cycling, rowing, and skiing machines.

Located in Islington, this Upper Street venue provides a classic karaoke experience for all. Serving brunch, snacks or late-night cocktails, Lucky Voice Karaoke is the destination for a night out with friends or some family fun.

Take your performance further than the shower and enjoy the feel-good atmosphere. Let loose and belt out the classics whilst getting to know your team. Lucky Voice Karaoke is available for group hire so book a private room and harmonise with up to 30 people.

Have you ever been urban Boule-ing? Today is the first time we have written the word ‘urban Boule-ing’. If we’re honest, we’re not even sure that’s the correct way to make Boule into a verb. If we’re really honest we don’t even know how to pronounce the word ‘Boule’.

What we do know is that Jack & Boule is a fresh breeze on a sometimes fetid London activity bar scene. 8 courses make up the venue, with the opportunity to book private courts, to half or even full-venue takeovers and when drinks and games are involved pretty much everybody is happy.

Did you know that the first game of ping pong was created and patented in Farringdon? That’s right. John Jaques III had the bright idea, and Bounce has fittingly found a home at the same spot.

Masterfully mixing ping pong with food and drink, this team-building venue has 17 ping pong tables in a completely open layout. Play classic table tennis, or try wonderball, shuffleboard, and beer pong. The venue also boasts multiple sports screens for you to watch your favourite teams

For something a little more exclusive, Bounce also has the option of a private space with a private cocktail bar, three ping pong tables, and a karaoke booth.

Discover an intriguing game in an equally intriguing place. Baranis is a London cocktail bar that features the UK’s only indoor Pétanque court. This form of boules requires players to throw hollow metal balls as close as possible to a small wooden ball called the cochonnet.

The special herb-infused cocktails will make the game feel that much more competitive and exciting. Up to 120 guests can fit in this unique London team activity venue.

OmNom is an Indian-inspired events space a short walk from Angel station in Islington.

Alongside providing nourishing meals in the brightly-lit restaurant, OmNom offers a retreat-style space to give both mind and body a rest. Join classes such as Mantra Meditation to reset and relax, or hire out the yoga studio for up to 100 zen warriors. Whether you are interested in breath work or learning about nutrition, a team of experienced well-being professionals is on hand.

Create a healthier workplace atmosphere by giving your team a break in this urban oasis.

Transport your team into a neon wonderland, where the main attraction at a children’s playground becomes a one-of-a-kind adult playground experience: a ball pit. That’s right, with not one but two giant ball pits filled with one million balls, Ballie Ballerson takes you back to the golden days.

The London team activity venue has got you covered with drinks, gourmet pizzas, and buckets of beer.

What better way to bond with your team than a competitive game of bowling? All Star Lanes in Shepherd’s Bush offers guests multiple bowling lanes, karaoke rooms, and a range of cocktails to create a memorable night. So enjoy as you go for those strikes and spares. Just make sure to go easy on the boss though.

Are you ready for something a little different? A world of adventure, magic and mystery awaits at The Crystal Maze LIVE.

Based on a popular '90s show, The Crystal Maze LIVE Experience puts you through a series of puzzles designed by in-house experts to challenge you and spark your creativity. As a prize, winners get medallions. Score.

Don satin bomber jackets, run around, solve puzzles like there’s no tomorrow, and as it’s open Tuesday through to Sunday, this team building venue is ready whenever you are.