At Cumberland Lodge, we can provide the perfect space for all types of staff workshops. We are an idyllic venue to host a fun and memorable staff workshop, where all employees can learn, develop skills and create meaningful relationships. Our tranquil setting in the heat of Windsor Great Park provides an atmosphere like nowhere else. Surrounded by vast greenery, from the ancient trees in the woodland to the manicured lawns, your workshop can incorporate the outdoors to boost focus, health and relationships across teams. The stunning nature also allows your staff to escape the daily routine and de-stress, taking them out of the work environment and into a haven of natural beauty.
Our historic Lodge has a variety of spaces to use for your workshop. We provide plenty of space for a range of activities, from spacious meeting rooms to an outdoor area for connecting to nature. Plus, we offer everything you need to have a comfortable and enjoyable experience and we support you every step of the way to make our spaces work for you. We also offer you in-house dining and even accommodation for a staff workshop like no other.
What is a staff workshop?
Workshops not only provide your staff with interactive meetings, but also allow them to get together to collaborate and solve problems while working toward a shared goal. A staff workshop is basically a structured and very interactive group session that works toward an end goal. They are designed to create an atmosphere of focus and meaningful work.
The schedule should incorporate a range of activities to keep staff engaged and encourage them to actively participate throughout. They shouldn’t take on the typical structure of meetings where people give updates and they shouldn’t involve one person teaching everybody else, like a training session. Instead, a workshop should have hands-on activities for employees to get involved in, group discussions and collaborative exercises to allow participants to explore, create out-of-the-box ideas and participate to achieve the end goal.
The importance of staff workshops
A staff workshop is very important and can bring immense benefits to employees, no matter what workshop you host. Employees can take away new knowledge to help them develop and grow in their roles, opening doorways to better opportunities. Many workshops can open your staff’s eyes to the potential of advancing their career or changing it up entirely in your company.
Alongside this, a staff workshop can provide employees with opportunities to expand their networks. As these workshops are very collaborative, staff can naturally communicate and network. This builds their social skills and strengthens team bonds to help create meaningful connections across the business, as well as with external colleagues and even industry experts. All of these benefits contribute to the biggest benefit, fulfilment. As they learn, grow and socialise, your employees can gain a sense of fulfilment which leads to feeling achievement and happiness in their roles.
Types of staff workshops you can do
There are many different types of staff workshops you can do, from staff development workshops to mental health workshops. The great thing about these workshops is that you can base them on any topic you like. Some of the most popular workshop choices you can do are:
- Staff development workshops: A workshop that provides a short-term training programme for employees. It should focus on specific areas, topics or skills to help staff gain knowledge.
- Conflict resolution workshops: This type teaches staff effective techniques for resolving disputes in the workplace. Staff will be able to identify the causes of conflicts, develop listening skills and grow problem-solving skills.
- Mental health workshops: A workshop that aids with dealing with stress, anxiety, depression and other mental health issues that can be caused by the workplace.
- Ethics and compliance workshops: This focuses on encouraging ethical behaviour and outlines your company’s policies. Staff can understand ethical dilemmas, discuss the company’s policies and learn about consequences.
- Team-building workshops: A workshop that is designed to strengthen teams and improve team performance. Staff can understand each other more, have open communication and feel like they belong in the company.
- Employee engagement workshops for staff: An interactive workshop that is made to strengthen connections between staff and your company. It builds trust, collaboration and motivation.
Staff workshop ideas
Cumberland Lodge may only provide you with the perfect space to host your workshop, but this doesn’t mean we can’t help you create a unique and engaging event where staff can learn and grow. We have provided a few staff workshop ideas to help you create a successful event.
Leadership development
Staff development workshops help every team member grow their skills and learn new ones. A very popular choice within this category is leadership development. You can explore topics like decision-making, conflict resolution, emotional intelligence and strategic planning. With these topics, you should create an array of activities like role-playing leadership scenarios, industry-expert talks, mentoring programmes and exploring case studies.
Feedback and recognition workshops
If you want to host employee engagement workshops for staff, a great idea is feedback and recognition sessions. This can teach your employees how to give and receive feedback effectively, as well as provide opportunities for you to recognise the hard work your staff do to make them feel valued.
Team-building activities
To strengthen teams in workshops that aim to create deep connections, such as team-building workshops, you can schedule an array of fun activities. Try not to stick to the typical, boring activities that staff can struggle with or lose interest in. Schedule outdoor challenges, such as team sports, scavenger hunts, and survival scenarios. Find a collection of interesting team-building activities in this blog.
Wellness workshops
Hold sessions on stress management, mindfulness or nutrition to help your staff learn about their feelings, how to manage them and the best ways to look after their health in and out of the workplace. You can also learn about how your staff are feeling and take on feedback to change aspects of the workplace.
Company culture workshops
Put on a workshop that focuses on your company’s culture and delves into ethics. This helps to reinforce company values and the culture. Try to incorporate deep and interesting discussions on how staff can contribute to a positive and inclusive environment.
Host your staff workshop at Cumberland Lodge
Cumberland Lodge is more than just a space to host your staff workshop in. We have a serene and calming atmosphere that you can’t get anywhere else, as well as a focus on guest comfort. We provide casual, laid-back spaces for unwinding and taking a breather. This ensures your staff can take a break when needed and prevent being overwhelmed and anxious. These spaces can be great for outside socialisation to connect on a deeper level. The outdoors can also be explored whenever they feel like connecting to nature and enjoying the fresh air. This helps to boost concentration and morale during your workshop.
Whatever your requirements, our team can cater to you and adapt our various spaces to create a successful workshop. We can also tailor the type of dining you would prefer and can give you a space to rest during the night in our 58 en-suite bedrooms. You can rely on us to help you create a workshop of your dreams.
Contact us today to discuss your requirements and book the perfect space for your staff workshop.