Big Lunch resources

Assess health and safety

Some councils may ask you for a risk assessment for your community event. Here's some simple tips to get you…

Beating invite anxiety – how to invite people to your event

If you’re looking to hold your first Big Lunch this year, there’s plenty of exciting things to come! You’re wondering…

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…

Close a road

If you're thinking of holding a Big Lunch on your street and you want to close the road, it’s best…

Communications toolkit

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

How to create a blog for your project

Blogging can be a great way to connect with other people interested in or would like to get involved with…

How to create a website for your project

A website can help make your activities or group look professional and official — it can create a home and…

How to create an e-newsletter for your project

A dedicated newsletter for your group or project is a useful way of keeping people up to date on what’s…

Draft press release

A handy template to personalise with your information for The Big Lunch.

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…

Get your business involved with the Big Lunch

Every year, many businesses across the UK take part in The Big Lunch and we'd love for you to do…

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…