Team Building Events Near Barnwood

Businesses searching for team building events near Barnwood will find Oakwood Hotel a flexible, well-equipped venue for bringing colleagues together, just a short drive away in Twigworth, Gloucester.

A Practical Venue Close to Barnwood

Team building works best away from the usual office environment, and Oakwood Hotel offers exactly that — a genuine change of scene without the hassle of a long journey. Located just outside Gloucester and within easy reach of Barnwood, our hotel is well suited to businesses looking to bring their teams together for a structured day, a workshop, or a more relaxed social get-together with a team-building element.

Whether you’re planning a half-day session, a full day of activities, or simply want a change of environment for a team meeting, our spaces can be adapted to suit.

Flexible Spaces for Different Needs

Our event spaces can be configured to suit a range of team building formats, from a more formal seated session in a private space to something looser that spills out onto The Terrace when the weather allows. For businesses wanting to combine team building with food, our kitchen can provide catering suited to the day, drawing on quality Gloucestershire produce. Take a look at our dining offering for more on our approach to food.

We’re happy to discuss the specifics of your team building day with our events team, who can help advise on room layout, timings and any equipment or AV needs.

Bringing Teams Together Properly

A change of environment can make a real difference to how a team engages with a training day or workshop, and Oakwood Hotel offers that shift without requiring a long trip from Barnwood or the wider Gloucester area. Being away from the usual office distractions often helps teams focus better and connect more genuinely with each other.

For businesses running multi-day sessions, or wanting to combine team building with an overnight stay, our comfortable rooms are available on site, saving the need for staff to travel back and forth.

Planning Your Event

Our occasions and events team can work with you to plan the right format for your team building day, whether that’s a simple booking of space and catering, or a more involved package including accommodation for attendees.

We recommend getting in touch early, particularly if you’re planning a session during a popular period, to make sure we can accommodate your group and any specific requirements.

FAQs

How far is Oakwood Hotel from Barnwood?

Oakwood Hotel is located in Twigworth, Gloucester, around a 10–15 minute drive from Barnwood.

Can you accommodate different sized groups for team building?

Yes, our spaces can be adapted for smaller teams or larger company-wide events — our events team will help find the right fit.

Do you offer catering for team building days?

Yes, we can provide catering to suit your session, from working lunches to a full meal, using quality Gloucestershire produce.

Is accommodation available for multi-day sessions?

Yes, Oakwood Hotel offers comfortable on-site rooms, ideal for teams running a session over more than one day.

Can we use outdoor space for team building activities?

Depending on the weather and your activity plans, The Terrace can be used as part of your session — our team can discuss this with you.

Do you provide AV equipment for presentations or workshops?

Please get in touch with our events team to discuss your specific AV and equipment needs, and we’ll confirm what we can provide.

How far in advance should we book a team building event?

We recommend booking as early as possible, particularly for popular dates, to make sure we can accommodate your group.

Is parking available for attendees?

Yes, on-site parking is available for all attendees travelling to Oakwood Hotel for team building events.