Corporate Adventures
Corporate Adventures & Team Building – Just 40 Minutes from Edinburgh
At Ocean Vertical we create bespoke corporate away days designed for everyone — whether your team is looking for a gentle, nature-focused experience or an exciting new challenge.
We understand that not everyone in a team has the same fitness level, confidence, or experience with the outdoors. That's why our bespoke corporate team building days offer something for everyone.
From the stunning coastline of East Lothian to Scotland’s wild landscapes, our expert team will tailor every activity to ensure every member of your team feels comfortable, included, and engaged. No experience is necessary — just a sense of adventure!
Designed for Every Team
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Go at your own pace – Whether it’s a relaxed coastal mindfulness session or an adrenaline-filled Coasteering experience, we design the day around your team.
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Bespoke experiences – We mix activities to suit different abilities, ensuring everyone has fun.
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Build connection, not competition – It’s about shared moments, teamwork, and stepping outside the usual routine together.
Trusted by Leading Brands
We’ve worked with Baillie Gifford, Edinburgh University, Patagonia, MOD, Charlotte Street Partners, Ventient Energy, 7N Architects, EnteroBiotix, and more creating meaningful and memorable team experiences.
Adventure with Purpose
As an ethical adventure company, we are committed to protecting the wild places we explore — ensuring your corporate adventure is not only unforgettable but also responsible.
Let’s create a team day where everyone feels included. Get in touch to plan your adventure!
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Tucked away in the stunning East Lothian countryside, Ocean Vertical offer a unique venue for your Corporate away days.
We are located just 40 minutes from Scotland’s capital, Edinburgh at Hedderwick Hill Stables by Dunbar. Here we offer a private and secluded base to host your off-site meetings, events and Corporate adventure days.
As well as venue hire, we offer Corporate and Team adventures including paddle boarding, coasteering, surfing, axe throwing and archery, and mindfulness sessions in East Lothian, as well as summer and winter mountaineering trips to the Highlands of Scotland.
We provide highly experienced and professional guides, top of the range equipment and transport to our adventures.
Recent Ocean Based Corporate Adventures
Tailor made adventures to suit your purpose.
Our outdoor professionals are more than happy to assist in creating and planning personal and customized adventures for individuals, groups and teams.
We have a wide range of experience working with clients on land, in the ocean, and in the mountains; from accessible adventure, to more advanced adventure for smaller groups.
We believe in the "Therapy of Nature", that being outside, in the elements, embracing new experiences is inherently good for you.
Our relationship with nature, how much we notice, think about and appreciate our natural surroundings, is a critical factor in supporting good mental health and preventing stress and anxiety.
Things tend to work better when they get unplugged – that includes you and your Team!
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Our Base
Hedderwick Hill stables is a magnificent Victorian stables building situated in beautiful woodland, 10 minutes walk from the sea, and just 40 minutes from Edinburgh.
Our rejuvenated base is unique and spectacular, offering multiple opportunities for your corporate meetings and events, large and small. Facilities include;
- A spectacular 100m2 reception space with log burning stove.
- Separate meeting rooms and break out space.
- A secluded landscaped courtyard perfect for entertaining and BBQs.
- Changing facilities and toilets.
- Excellent broadband.
- Incredible local food, drinks, wine tastings and BBQs
- Direct access to woodland walks and the beautiful Tyne Estuary.
- Lots of parking and easy access from the A1.
Recent Corporate Events At Our Base
Keeping it Sustainable and Local.
We lead multiple adventures within a few miles of our base, and work with local suppliers and producers to offer our clients the most spectacular food, BBQs, drinks and wine tastings at the end of the day at Hedderwick Hill Stables.
Extraordinary experiences to bring your Team together.
Recent Mountain Based Corporate Adventures
Our Base - Perfect for off site meetings and Corporate away days
The Transformative Power of Nature and Outdoor Adventure for Corporate Teams and Employees
In the dynamic world of business, where innovation and collaboration are paramount, the natural world and outdoor adventure activities offer a wealth of benefits that extend beyond the boardroom. Incorporating nature and outdoor adventures into corporate team-building initiatives can be a catalyst for enhanced creativity, improved team dynamics, and rejuvenated employee well-being.
1. Strengthening Team Bonds:
Outdoor adventures bring colleagues together in unfamiliar environments, fostering camaraderie and trust. The shared challenges and triumphs of activities such as hiking, coasteering, or team-building exercises create strong bonds that translate to improved collaboration back at the workplace
2. Enhancing Communication:
In nature, communication is essential for safety and success. Adventure activities demand clear and effective communication, honing these skills among team members. The open environment encourages open dialogue, active listening, and a deeper understanding of each other's strengths.
3. Embracing Change and Adaptability:
Outdoor environments are unpredictable, requiring adaptability and problem-solving skills. These challenges mirror the fluid nature of business, encouraging teams to embrace change with resilience and creativity.
4. Stress Reduction and Well-Being:
Time spent outdoors has a remarkable impact on mental well-being. Nature's tranquility provides a break from the stressors of the corporate world, reducing anxiety and promoting a sense of peace and rejuvenation among employees
5. Boosting Creativity:
Nature's vastness and beauty inspire fresh perspectives and ignite creativity. Engaging in outdoor activities can trigger innovative thinking and enable employees to approach challenges with renewed vigor and imaginative solutions.
6. Physical Health and Energy:
Outdoor adventures encourage physical activity, contributing to improved physical health and increased energy levels. Encouraging a healthy lifestyle can have positive ripple effects on productivity and overall job satisfaction.
7. Building Leadership Skills:
Outdoor adventures often present opportunities for individuals to step into leadership roles. Navigating challenges, making decisions, and leading a team in nature's dynamic setting can help identify and develop emerging leaders within the organisation
8. Promoting Mindfulness:
Nature invites individuals to be present in the moment, fostering mindfulness and clarity. This practice can enhance focus and concentration, leading to improved task execution and decision-making.
9. Fostering Resilience:
Overcoming outdoor challenges builds resilience, a quality essential for navigating the complexities of the corporate world. These experiences empower employees to bounce back from setbacks and approach obstacles with determination.
10. Rekindling Passion and Motivation:
Outdoor adventures reignite a sense of adventure and passion among employees. The thrill of conquering new terrain can reignite a spark of motivation that carries over into their professional roles.
Incorporating nature and outdoor adventure activities into corporate team-building not only creates memorable experiences but also cultivates skills and attributes that can significantly impact workplace dynamics. These experiences encourage collaboration, stimulate innovation, and foster a sense of unity that can elevate the success of the entire organisation.
Our Base
Hedderwick Hill Stables, By Belhaven, Dunbar, EH42 1XF [Signposted Hedderwick Hill Farm off the A1087]
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