Join in

This year's Big Lunch took place on Sunday 2 June - but it's not too late to join in and host your own. Packs are undated so request yours today!

Next year's Big Lunch will take place on Sunday 1 June 2014!

If you’re keen to begin planning or you're having a Big Lunch on a different date then the following pages have lots to help you get started. We have easy tips, handy resources, practical advice and much more to support all sorts of Big Lunches. Whether it’s a few neighbours coming together to share sandwiches in your front gardens, a traditional street party or big community bash, holding a Big Lunch is simple.

Need a little inspiration? Read some stories from previous Big Lunchers. You can also keep up to date with our latest news with our e-newsletter, sign up here.

• Big Lunch 2013 Pack

  

  Request your free Big Lunch 2013 pack.

  Request a pack

• 5 steps to organising a Big Lunch

  

  A useful step-by-step guide to help you plan a Big Lunch or other community based events.

  Read the advice
  

• Downloadable resources

  

  Find all our 2013 downloadable resources including downloadable posters, invitations and much more!

  See our toolkit

• FAQs

  

  Answers to questions many people ask us about taking part in and planning a Big Lunch.

  See the answers

• Funding

  

  Big Lunches don't have to be expensive, we have lots of ideas to help you have a memorable but low cost day. If you think a little bit of cash will help your Big Lunch, take a look at the list of funds and grants.

  Find out more

• Big Lunch Extras

  

  Had a Big Lunch? Asking ‘What’s next?’ Well, we might have just the thing for you: a chance to come to the Eden Project, for a whole weekend to pick up the inspiration, practical skills and the confidence to make real, positive changes within your community.

  Find out more