Active Team Building in South Devon

Have you been tasked with the job of sorting the next corporate shindig or team building event? Don’t stress about it – we’ve got you covered! If you’re looking for somewhere to take your teams out of the workplace for some exciting team building days, South Devon could be the place for you! We have plenty of great venues who offer a range of different activities both inside and outdoors.  

Outdoor experiences at Dittiscombe Estate and Cottages, Slapton 

Located in the heart of the South Hams near Slapton, Dittiscombe Estate host outdoor experiences suitable for team building. Their experiences offer tranquillity and a way to connect to nature – allowing you to recuperate and take a step back from the stresses of everyday life. You could enjoy forest bathing with Simply Soulful Yoga, wildlife walks with ecologist Dr Ken Neale or small-scale rewilding walks with Ruth Sanders, the owner of the estate. All walks can be customised to suit team building for your company. 

Adventure Activities at Holne Park House, Ashburton 

Holne Park House can be found within the 90 acres of River Dart Country Park and they offer some great team building options. They work with CRS Adventures to offer bespoke team building events, so whether you’re looking for an event that incorporates conference facilities and practical adventures or a programme of interactive activities they have the facilities and instructors to help you. Popular activities include high rope climbing, zip wire, kayaking and tug of war. It’s also conveniently situated just one mile from the A38 meaning the area is very easily accessible from all areas of the country.  

Team Building Activities at Bovey Castle, Dartmoor 

Not only is Bovey Castle a beautiful place to stay in, but they also offer a fantastic range of team building facilities set within their 275-acre estate. You could choose falconry, off-road driving, cider or sloe gin making, clay pigeon shooting, fly fishing or golf lessons, just to name a few! You can enjoy an overnight stay with your team and dine in one of their luxurious restaurants whilst reminiscing the day’s activities and pursuits. They also have plenty of contemporary and stylish conference rooms for those all-important meetings. 

Winding River Canoe, Ashburton 

Specialising in guided canoe trips along the River Dart, Winding River Canoe organise a variety of different canoeing tours. Their trips enable you to break away from the stresses of work life, allowing you to relax and enjoy time within nature. Perhaps you want to reward your team with a gentle canoe trip to the pub for a pint and a bite to eat, or maybe you’re looking to challenge your team in a different environment whilst sleeping under the stars – all experiences can be tailor made to your preferences. 

Dartington Estate, Dartington 

Dartington Estate can be found just a few miles from Totnes and is a great space to hold team building events. They offer a huge variety of activities such as Segway tours, pottery making, sniper training, foraging and more.  

Devon Country Pursuits at Escot Park, Ottery St Mary 

Offering tailor-made team building events to suit both your needs and budget is Devon Country Pursuits. They merge the traditional team building exercises with exciting outdoor activities like quad biking, archery, paintball to ensure a fun, proactive and rewarding day for all.  

Adventure South, Salcombe 

Based in the stunning seaside town of Salcombe, Adventure South offer corporate days both in and out of the water. Such activities include coasteering, rock climbing, group paddle boarding, walking and even beach yoga! 

Boom Battle Bar, Plymouth and Exeter 

If you’re looking for an active team building day with a difference, perhaps pay a visit to Boom Battle Bar. They boast a number of venues across the UK and have two premises here in South Devon; Plymouth and Exeter. From axe throwing, karaoke, shuffleboard and augmented reality darts, Boom Battle Bar have it all!  

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