Team building is an essential aspect of any organization’s success, aiding in improving communication, increasing productivity, and fostering a sense of camaraderie. But it is often an event that is met with lack-lustre levels of enthusiasm. That can all change though if you move these activities out of the office, as suggested by Granny Mouse’s General Manager, Sean Granger.

“We see a marked difference in the involvement of staff when they attend team budlings at Granny Mouse, and we truly believe that this is due to them being away from their normal environment,” comments Granger, who goes on to give his suggestions as to why you should host such an event away from the work place:

1. Conducting team building activities outside the office breaks the monotony of the daily routine. Employees often spend long hours at their desks, and being in the same space every day can become mundane. Taking team building activities outside the office can offer a refreshing change of scenery that will help to increase employee engagement and creativity.

2. External events can help to create a level playing field. Employees often have established roles and hierarchies within the office, which often hinders collaboration and communication. However, when employees are taken out of the office and placed in a new environment, those established roles are left behind. This can create more equality, fostering better collaboration and communication.

3. Going away together as a team helps to build trust among team members, and this often starts from the moment the journey to the venue begins. Placed in a new environment, they are forced to rely on each other in new and unfamiliar situations. This can help to build trust among team members, as they learn to rely on each other’s strengths and expertise.

4. Hosting team building activities outside the office can help to foster a sense of camaraderie among team members. When employees spend time together outside of work, they can develop personal relationships that can carry over into the workplace. This can help to create a more positive work environment where employees feel valued and supported.

While team building activities can be conducted in the office, it’s clear to see that taking them outside the office environment can have several advantages. The team at Granny Mouse Country House & Spa have a number of options for you that will ultimately contribute to the success of your organization, and ensure that your team have a great time.

So if you are serious about business, chat to us about our range of conferencing options and we’ll provide plenty of advice and ideas for a conference to remember. Contact us on (033) 234 4071.

Having arrived at the most exciting part of planning your wedding, choosing a wedding cake has its equal share of fun and stress.

Wedding cake designs are no longer plain and simple; nowadays the sky is the limit when it comes to wedding cake designs. From trendy naked cakes designed with real flowers to really extravagant novelty cakes.

Choosing a wedding cake isn’t always easy, as the culinary artists of Granny Mouse Country House & Spa emphasize, and differ in shape, size, flavour, tiers, décor, icing, toppers … there are many things to consider, which can be daunting.

The most important thing to remember is your wedding cake should reflect you as a couple and fit in with the theme of the wedding. Don’t get a monster of a cake if there are only a few guests – being wasteful is not on the agenda.

Granny Mouse’s guide to choosing your perfect wedding cake will most certainly take the stress out of this part of your wedding:

1. Find a great baker, someone you know who can create a style of cake you are looking for.
2. Get the right size for the number of guests you have invited. If it’s an intimate wedding, then the cake doesn’t need to be tiered as opposed to a grand big wedding.
3. What is your favourite flavour? Is it chocolate, vanilla or something more exotic?
4. What type of cakes do you like? Fluffy like a chiffon cake? Maybe a fruit cake? Soft sponge? Or maybe a savoury style, like cheesecake?
5. What about a novelty cake, especially for the creatives? It could be a movie you both loved or a favourite place e.g. seaside theme.
6. If you are more traditional, some sugar coated flowers that match the bridal gown is an option.
7. For the more modern couple, why not have a variety of flavours which will surprise and delight your guests.
8. Many couples are also taking to the trend of mini cakes, and these can be easily transported and a great option for guests who want to take a treat home with them.
9. Icings can take on many options, so think about the weather, as they are quite delicate and you don’t want the cake sitting out in the heat where the icing will melt off. Other icing options include buttercream, fondant, whipped cream, ganache, and so much more.

If you are still unsure, just know that the culinary artists at Granny Mouse Country House & Spa will certainly be able to provide you with great ideas and advice for your wedding cake, and you won’t be disappointed.