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Big Lunch resources

Discover our resources to help you plan and host your Big Lunch

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The Big Lunch for councils

Councils can really help to encourage and support people in their areas to get involved in The Big Lunch -…
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Organise a Big Lunch

Simple steps to help you get started.

Chalk on the road spelling out 'The Big Lunch'

The Big Lunch for councils

Councils can really help to encourage and support people in their areas to get involved in The Big Lunch -…

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Where to hold your Big Lunch

Want to hold a Big Lunch but not quite sure what form you want it to take? Events don't be…

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How to get insurance for your Big Lunch or project

If you need insurance for your event, take a look at the following guidance to help you get started.

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Hold a greener Big Lunch 

Top tips on upcycling, brilliant leftovers and community sharing.

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Weather-proofing your Big Lunch

What if it rains (or really, really shines) on your parade?

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The Big Lunch FAQs

Answers to our most frequently asked questions.

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Tips for a safe and inclusive Big Lunch

Seeing your community come together to share food and chat to one another is one of the real joys of…

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Communications toolkit

Big Lunch copy for web, email and social media to download, tailor and use in your communications.