Highland Games corporate team building event
Outdoor Scottish Team Building

Highland Games

A uniquely Scottish corporate team building experience. Caber tossing, haggis hurling, tug of war, and more — authentic Highland spirit brought to life for your team. Available UK-wide for groups of 10 to 5,000.

10 – 5,000 people
2 – 4 hours
UK-Wide

Bring Out Your Inner Highlander — The UK's Most Uniquely Scottish Corporate Event

Highland Games is one of Event Collection's most distinctive and beloved corporate team building events. It takes the traditions of the iconic Scottish Highland Games — caber tossing, haggis hurling, tug of war, claymore hold, and more — and reimagines them as an inclusive, fun, and fiercely competitive team event for corporate groups of all sizes.

Our Scottish host greets the group in full Highland regalia, sets the scene with authentic atmosphere, and kicks off the competition with a rousing team energiser. Teams are dressed in tartans, kilts, and Highland accessories — instantly creating the spirit and camaraderie that makes this event so special.

Every challenge is designed to be accessible to everyone, regardless of age, fitness level, or strength. Whether you excel in power, accuracy, stamina, strategy, or sheer determination, there's a Highland challenge here for you.

Available across the UK — from Aberdeen and Edinburgh to Manchester and London.

Teams competing in Highland Games challenges

The Highland Challenges

Traditional Highland events reimagined for corporate teams — inclusive, competitive, and unforgettable

Caber Toss

Can your team hurl the mighty caber? Strength, technique, and teamwork combine in this iconic Highland challenge that always draws a crowd and a cheer.

Haggis Hurling

The legendary haggis hurl — who can throw the furthest? A uniquely Scottish challenge that never fails to raise a laugh and spark fierce competition.

Tug of War

The ultimate test of team strength and unity. Pull together as one to drag the opposition across the line — communication and coordination are just as important as strength.

Claymore Hold
Archery Challenge
Axe Throwing
Welly Wanging
Highland Dancing
Relay Races

What's Included

Professional Highland host & crew
All equipment and props
Kilts and Highland accessories
Full risk assessment
Bespoke event planning
Prizes & Highland Champions trophy
£5M public liability insurance
Set-up and pack-down

Highland Games in Action

The spirit, the competition, the Highland glory

Highland Games corporate team building event — seven participants in kilts competing outdoors with sword and spoon challenges
Highland Games team building — group of 17 in tartans celebrating with trophy and tug of war rope at a grand estate
Highland Games corporate event — participants competing in caber toss and outdoor challenges at a scenic Scottish venue

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Highland Games team building?

Highland Games is an outdoor corporate team building event inspired by the traditional Scottish Highland Games. Teams compete across a series of classic Highland challenges — caber tossing, haggis hurling, tug of war, claymore hold, and more — in a fun, competitive format that celebrates Scottish culture.

Do participants need to be strong or fit?

Not at all! The Highland Games is designed to be inclusive and accessible to everyone, regardless of age, fitness level, or strength. Every challenge has been adapted to ensure all participants can contribute and enjoy the day.

How many people can take part?

Highland Games works for groups of 10 to 5,000 people. We scale the number of challenge stations and event crew to suit your group size.

Is Highland Games indoor or outdoor?

Highland Games is primarily an outdoor event, but we can also deliver it indoors with appropriate adaptations. We'll discuss the best format for your venue and group.

Can we have a Scottish themed dress code?

Absolutely — in fact, we encourage it! We provide kilts, tartans, and Highland accessories for participants. You can also request a custom fancy dress theme to match your company or event vision.

Where do you deliver Highland Games?

We deliver Highland Games across the UK — including Scotland (Aberdeen, Edinburgh, Glasgow) and England (Manchester, London, Birmingham). It's particularly popular for Scottish-based corporate events and for companies wanting to celebrate Scottish culture wherever they are in the UK.

Complete the Scottish Experience

Pair the Highland Games with a Scottish Themed Evening — ceilidh dancing, whisky tasting, and a Burns Supper to round off a truly unforgettable day.

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Ready to Bring Out Your Inner Highlander?

Tell us your group size and preferred location — we'll design a Highland Games experience that brings out the competitor in every single team member.