Top 10 Venues to Bring the Team Together in Manchester
Here are 10 of the best venues in Manchester where you can provide your employees with chances to connect on a personal and professional level while having fun at the same time.
Moving forward in the world of flexible work you can expect to see hybridization of the old normal with the new normal — with workers enjoying increased flexibility and more control over their schedules. Some will continue to do the majority of their work from their home office, while others may choose to divide their time somewhat equally between home and a traditional office.
One thing that hasn't changed is human nature, and positive interaction with coworkers is still an important factor in creating a productive workplace, even if the workplace exists primarily in a virtual landscape.
In fact, team building may be more important than ever in today's new normal because team-building opportunities are fortunately abundant in Manchester — whether you're going back to a traditional office setting and need to provide employees with options for reconnecting with one other or going the new normal route and allowing employees to customize their schedules to suit their individual needs and preferences.
1. Ten Pin Bowling at Dog Bowl
Bowling provides an excellent way to grow camaraderie among coworkers in a fun, relaxing setting. As a team sport, it helps build cooperative relationships, and even those unfamiliar with bowling can quickly get in the spirit of the game.
Joining a bowling league at Dog Bowl and participating in bowling competitions develops interpersonal skills valuable in all workplace settings. As an added bonus, bowling generally entails an ongoing commitment rather than a one-off activity.
2. Exit the Room
Escape rooms at Exit the Room operate on the theory that each team member has an essential job to play, which builds trust and finetunes interpersonal communication skills. They also help participants learn how to remain calm under pressure.
Exit rooms are also free of distractions such as outside interactions, allowing participants to really get to know one another in an environment that requires everyone to work together to solve a big-picture problem.
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3. Go-Karting at TeamSport
Go-karting is an exciting, engaging pastime that poses very little risk of anyone being bored, especially when races are part of the picture. You can set up competitions between different departments in your company or choose teams randomly so that all departments are represented in each team.
Though considered a typically outdoor pastime, indoor go-kart venues are an excellent option in areas where unpredictable weather may stand in the way of the fun. TeamSport has two indoor tracks in Manchester, both of which are designed to provide maximum thrills.
4. Alcotraz Manchester
Alcotraz Manchester is a themed bar that serves up unique experiences along with well-crafted cocktails. One of the most popular experiences is Cell Block Three-Four, which features a prison setting complete with its own secret speakeasy.
Participants are tasked with smuggling liquor into the prison. This is the kind of team-building exercise that lives on for years in the memories of those involved and one your team will likely want to repeat on a regular basis.
5. Ping Pong at Twenty Twenty Two
Also known as table tennis, ping pong is an old-school indoor game that anyone can play, and it's adaptable enough to be used in a variety of team-building activities. Just like regular tennis, ping pong can be played either by singles or doubles, and competition between teams is a great way for employees to bond in a real-time environment.
Ping Pong at Twenty Two provides the best of both worlds — participants can enjoy a fun physical activity and refreshing adult beverages at the same time.
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6. Urban Treasure Hunt
Everyone loves looking for hidden treasures — and team-based urban treasure hunts help employees hone a variety of interpersonal skills that easily transfer to increased workplace cooperation and productivity.
Funktion Events puts hosts a smartphone urban treasure hunt in Manchester that lasts about two hours, making it an ideal choice for a weekend afternoon. Teams use an interactive app to unlock clues, and the app also features a real-time scoreboard to promote engagement.
7. Albert Schloss
Named after Prince Albert, Albert Schloss provides a retreat from the stresses of everyday life in the twenty-first century. It's a perfect choice for coworkers to get to know one another in an enjoyable atmosphere.
Patrons can enjoy the finest beer in Europe, engaging live performances, and roaring fires on cool evenings. Think of it as a quintessential pub experience taken up a notch or two.
8. The Crystal Maze
Billed as the "ultimate team experience," The Crystal Maze lives up to that description with its finely crafted, interactive maze experience. Participants must think and act quickly as well as communicate clearly in rapidly changing situations.
Each member of the team must support the others on their journey through the maze. The successful completion of this maze can definitely bring on a strong sense of accomplishment.
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9. Flight Club
Flight Club is another adult venue offering plenty of opportunities for coworkers to bond in a friendly, vibrant setting over a game of darts.
Social darts can help build teamwork skills, promote increased confidence, improve concentration, and honest nonverbal communication techniques, and help individuals develop their prowess when it comes to forming successful strategies.
Like bowling, competitive darts involve forming leagues and playing other teams on a regular basis for a period before the team that wins the most games is crowned champion.
10. Where the Light Gets In
Few things are better for your company's morale than dinner at a quality restaurant courtesy of the company. Where the Light Gets In is one of those restaurants designed to make diners feel appreciated.
With a small dining room with a maximum capacity of 30 guests, diners can enjoy an intimate experience and an award-winning menu crafted by true culinary enthusiasts — all along with an excellent meal, restaurant staff provide informative stories of the individual food items and those who've worked hard to produce and harvest them.
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