At Fonix, we believe that great work is built on great relationships – and what better way to strengthen those bonds than by getting out of the office and spending quality time together? This year’s Fonix Away Day took us to the beautiful, historic city of Bath, and it’s safe to say we made the most of every moment.
Picnic in the park
We kicked things off with a relaxing picnic in Royal Victoria Park. With the sun shining down and the stunning views of the Royal Crescent in the background, it was the perfect setting to catch up, tuck into lunch, and soak up the fresh air.
A Journey back in time
Next stop: the Roman Baths and Bath Abbey. Whether we were exploring ancient ruins or admiring the breathtaking architecture of the Abbey, the history and culture of Bath gave us a fresh perspective. A fact about each of these historic monuments:
Dating back to 60-70 AD, the Roman Baths still flow with natural hot spring water that has been rising to the surface for thousands of years. The Romans believed the waters had healing properties.
Just a stone’s throw away, Bath Abbey has its own incredible story. It was the site of the coronation of the very first king of all England, King Edgar, in 973 AD. That ceremony became the blueprint for every royal coronation since!
Let the games begin
Things took a competitive turn at Boom Battle Bar, where we embraced our inner champions. From darts to shuffleboard and beer pong (yes, it got intense), teams battled it out for bragging rights.
Dinner with a view
After all that action, we headed to a restaurant right next to Bath Abbey for a well-earned dinner. The food was incredible, the conversation flowed, and the setting couldn’t have been more picturesque for a lovely meal and the FOSCARS. The Fonix Oscars are a tradition that we have kept going. There are 8 categories and the team votes for the winner of each category. Konstantin won our Ctrl – Alt – Elite award and Natasha won our Fonix Superstar award, congratulations to all the winners (pictured below)!
And the night continued…
Of course, no Fonix Away Day would be complete without a bit of nightlife. After dinner, the festivities continued – let’s just say, some impressive dance moves made an appearance and the team spirit was at an all-time high.
Why it matters
Days like this remind us that Fonix is more than just a place to work. It’s a team of people who support, challenge, and enjoy each other’s company. We’re already looking forward to the next one!