Author:Katie Wickison-Mapp

Taking action to improve your local community is easy, and there are loads of ways you can get involved in-person and from home. Remember, even the smallest action can make a big difference!

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Easy ways to lend a hand

Taking action to improve your local community is easy, and there are loads of ways you can get involved in-person…

HM The King and The Federal President of Germany standing together, with people surrounding. There is bunting overhead.

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Countries unite in volunteering in German state visit hosted by HM The King and HM The Queen

His Majesty The King and Her Majesty The Queen, Patron of The Big Lunch since 2013, were joined at Windsor…

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The impact of Eden Project Communities – results from the Belong Report

We commissioned Belong to evaluate the impact of The Big Lunch and our communities programme over the duration of our…

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Nature and environment

Outside play for your summer holiday activities 

Hoping to get the family playing outdoors this summer? Here are our top ideas for outside play, from setting up…

Woman holding a little girl at a street party. The sun is shining, tables are filled with chatting people and colourful bunting crosses the scene. New Cross Big Lunch 2024

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A cracking Big Lunch 2024!

Millions of people turned out for this year's Big Lunch - our celebration for neighbours and communities.

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Loneliness and isolation

Street party heritage and why it matters

Where did our love of bringing our celebrating together outside come from? Sarah Boniface, our Head of PR and Campaigns,…

Two children post with their arms up next to the dancing Eric Morecambe statue. They're holding red, white and blue balloons and holding Union Jack flags, as part of the Coronation Big Lunch celebrations.

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Coronation Big Lunch celebrated by millions

The numbers are in... almost 1 in 5 people took part in the Coronation celebrations with a Coronation Big Lunch!

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Closing the Distance Between Us – report

A new research report has identified a widening gap in the relationship between people and their neighbours that is damaging…

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Eight ways to enjoy our winter warmer ideas in schools  

Easy, free winter ideas for teachers to spread joy in schools over the festive season.

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Share the love with food this autumn

As the nights draw in and the weather gets colder, it’s time to lean into cosy nights with hearty and…