boost morale with 25 team building activities ideas in 2026
Boost morale and trust with 25 fun team building ideas. Discover creative games to improve collaboration for your remote or office team in 2026.
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Waltham Abbey, IG10 4AJ, United Kingdom - H-C6260
The Hive
4.2
(9 Reviews)
80 maximum
|40 beds
|20 bedrooms
|2 bathrooms
The partner's word
Located on the edge of Epping Forest, this rental space offers a perfect combination of nature and comfort, ideal for corporate events. The site is accessible to any group looking to organize educational activities. For a day of work away from the office, choose our bright and spacious main building or one of the two large rooms located on the first floor of a Victorian building. For an extended stay, we offer fully equipped camping facilities nestled in a beautiful meadow. The main building is a flexible venue, perfect for team meetings, training sessions, or creative activities. The rooms, with views of the forest, are ideal for group work. Additionally, you can camp in insulated and heated wooden pods, surrounded by a natural setting. The facilities include restrooms, showers, and a dining area with folding doors to enjoy meals indoors or outdoors. This space is not only suited to professional needs but also demonstrates a strong commitment to the environment.
The features
Seminar venue
Less than 15 minutes from a railway station
The spaces (4)
Maximum capacities per room configuration
Classroom
Theater
Banquet
80 pers.
U-Shape
Cabaret
Boardroom
Cocktail
The rooms (20)
Single Room
x 20
1 modular bed (double or 2 singles)
Access
If you are traveling by plane, the closest airport is also easily accessible. From the train station, guests can take a 35 minute walk or use taxis to reach the venue. For those driving, minimal parking facilities are available on-site, ensuring accessibility for all participants, including those with specific needs.
Available catering
Standard Vegetarian Finger Buffet:
Sandwiches, savoury finger foods (e.g., sausage rolls, samosas, falafel) cake and fruit platters
10-40 people
Tea/coffee and biscuits
Standard Vegetarian Finger Buffet:
Sandwiches, savoury finger foods (e.g., sausage rolls, samosas, falafel) cake and fruit platters
40+ people
Tea/coffee and biscuits
Available activities
Staff led activities - see options
Team Games Carousel (1hr)
A range of short activities to complete in small groups. Build trust, camaraderie and connections all in the great outdoors.
Shelter Building (1hr)
Get hands on and practical in Epping Forest – can you select natural materials to build a small shelter for your team that is sturdy, warm and waterproof.
Orienteering (2hr)
Challenge yourself in pairs to orientate around a short course in Epping Forest with only a map and compass to guide your way.
Animal Handling (1hr)
Feel like you are on ‘I’m a celebrity, get me out of here’. Meet and handle some of our invertebrate and vertebrate animals. Our hissing cockroaches are very friendly!
Campfire Challenge (1hr or 2hr)
Find your inner Ray Mears, can your small team light a fire. Choose from varied challenge levels for your group and outcomes. Opportunities to do simple cooking on the fire.
Nurturing Campfire (1hr)
Relax together around a hearty campfire with your choice of hot drink and snack or try a bushcraft brew. Take a mindful moment as you learn how to transform a simple routine into a more restorative on. Reflect on how to build and sustain your inner fire with our wellbeing expert.
Grounding In Nature (1hr)
Join our wellbeing expert in a guided meditation aimed at reconnecting you with your inner strengths and with nature. Learn techniques for calming yourself in your everyday life. Follow up with a creative activity.
Roots of Wellbeing (1hr or 2hr)
Reflect on your personal commitments and needs then create your own meaningful self-care plan. Guided and supported by our wilderness therapeutic practitioner.
Climate Confidence (1hr or 2hr)
Group discussion and activity to act as an introduction to our climate literacy training accredited course. Learn about the positive steps that you could take to reduce carbon emissions in your home and workplace.
PRICE is per session per email
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