5 Unconventional Team Building Activities That Boost Employee Morale

Team building is an essential part of fostering collaboration, boosting morale, and improving productivity in any workplace. However, traditional activities like trust falls and generic workshops often fail to engage employees in a meaningful way. If you’re looking for a unique and memorable team-building experience, Shrewsbury Prison offers unconventional activities that encourage teamwork, problem-solving, and communication in a truly immersive setting.
Engage and Inspire Package
For a fully immersive and dynamic team-building experience, our Engage and Inspire Package combines the best of our activities into a seamless, full-day event tailored to your team’s goals. This package ensures that employees leave feeling motivated, connected, and inspired. Featuring a combination of thrilling escape challenges, interactive history, and leadership exercises, the Engage and Inspire Package is designed to strengthen teamwork and engagement in an unforgettable way.
Here are five unconventional team-building activities at Shrewsbury Prison that will leave your team feeling motivated, inspired, and more connected than ever.
1. Prison Break Challenge
Put your team’s problem-solving skills to the test with our adrenaline-pumping Prison Break Challenge. Employees will work together to decipher clues, solve puzzles, and navigate their way out of a real Victorian prison. This high-energy activity promotes collaboration, lateral thinking, and leadership as teams race against the clock to break free. Perfect for fostering a sense of unity while having fun in an extraordinary setting!
2. Behind Bars Experience
Ever wondered what life was like inside a historic prison? The Behind Bars Experience immerses teams in the harsh realities of prison life, complete with real cells, uniforms, and a taste of discipline from our prison officers. This experience not only builds resilience and adaptability but also encourages teams to step outside their comfort zones, developing stronger bonds through shared challenges.
3. Crime Scene Investigation
Step into the shoes of detectives and forensic experts with our Crime Scene Investigation activity. Teams will work together to analyze evidence, interview suspects, and uncover the truth behind a mysterious crime. This engaging and thought-provoking experience strengthens analytical thinking, attention to detail, and teamwork—essential skills for any workplace.
4. The Governor’s Challenge
This immersive leadership exercise requires participants to take on the role of prison governors, making critical decisions in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment. Can your team handle the responsibility of managing a prison? This challenge enhances strategic thinking, leadership skills, and decision-making abilities while encouraging cross-team collaboration in a truly unique setting.
5. Paranormal Investigation
For a team-building activity with a thrilling twist, why not embark on a Paranormal Investigation? Employees will explore the eerie halls of Shrewsbury Prison in search of supernatural encounters, using professional ghost-hunting equipment. This spine-tingling experience not only fosters teamwork but also pushes individuals to step outside their comfort zones, embrace new experiences, and engage in open communication.
Why Choose Shrewsbury Prison for Team Building?
Unlike traditional corporate retreats, team-building activities at Shrewsbury Prison provide an unforgettable experience that challenges employees in a dynamic and engaging way. Our unique environment fosters problem-solving, teamwork, and resilience, all while ensuring your team has a truly memorable day.
With the Engage and Inspire Package, your team will experience a well-rounded, impactful day that blends excitement, learning, and team bonding like never before.
Are you ready to boost employee morale and strengthen your team? Book your Engage and Inspire team-building experience at Shrewsbury Prison today!
Corporate Enquiry
Is the Engage and Inspire Package suitable for all team sizes?
Yes! The Engage and Inspire Package is designed to accommodate teams of all sizes. Whether you have a small team or a large corporate group, we tailor the experience to ensure maximum engagement and participation.
How long does a team-building session at Shrewsbury Prison last?
Most activities run for approximately 2-3 hours, but the Engage and Inspire Package is a full-day event that combines multiple experiences to create an immersive and rewarding team-building experience.
Do participants need any prior knowledge or special skills?
No prior knowledge or special skills are required. Our activities are designed to be inclusive and accessible to everyone, encouraging teamwork, creativity, and problem-solving.
Is there a dress code for the activities?
We recommend comfortable clothing and suitable footwear, as some activities involve physical movement. If you’re taking part in the Behind Bars Experience, we provide uniforms to enhance authenticity.
How do we book a team-building event at Shrewsbury Prison?
Booking is simple! You can contact our team through our website or give us a call to discuss your requirements. We’ll help you plan the perfect team-building experience tailored to your company’s needs.