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Big Lunch resources

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

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Free teaching resources

Working with children? We have a great selection of resources for Key Stages 1 to 4 to help you involve pupils at different ages…
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The Big Lunch for schools

Schools are the perfect place to host a Big Lunch - and holding one can help you strengthen your school community and…

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Free teaching resources

Working with children? We have a great selection of resources for Key Stages 1 to 4 to help you involve pupils at different ages…

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Editable Big Lunch posters

Create your own personalised Big Lunch poster with our free online tool.

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Editable Coronation Big Lunch posters

Create your own personalised Coronation Big Lunch poster with our free online tool.

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Big Lunch ideas for groups

These Big Lunch activities are perfect for groups and schools. They can be created before the Big Lunch or as…

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How to fundraise with The Big Lunch

Raise money for a cause that matters to your community. These top tips can be used throughout June's Month of…

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Grow food for your Big Lunch

Learn all about what to grow and when with our guides and top tips - just in time for a…

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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 hold an eco-friendly Big Lunch

If you're concerned about the impact your Big Lunch may have on the environment, help is at hand. Here's how…

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Organise a Big Lunch

Simple steps to help you get started.

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Hosting a Big Lunch outside

Green spaces like parks, gardens, woodlands or playing fields are great outdoor venues to host a Big Lunch and bring…

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Weather-proofing your Big Lunch!

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