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News and blogs
Browse our news articles and blogs to find out more about Eden Project Communities and the work we do
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Outside play for your summer holiday activities
June 28, 2024
Hoping to get the family playing outdoors this summer? Here are our top ideas for outside play, from setting up a play street to…
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10 ways to keep connected
June 16, 2024
Making someone's day and reducing loneliness can start with the smallest of steps.
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John Bishop shares “Say Hello” campaign during The Month of Community
June 16, 2024
Comedian John Bishop is joining forces with the Month of Community initiative to encourage people to “Say Hello” and make new connections with their…
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10 random acts of kindness to brighten someone’s day
June 10, 2024
As Vincent van Gogh wisely said ‘Great things are done by a series of small things brought together'. A single random act of kindness…
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A cracking Big Lunch 2024!
June 3, 2024
Millions of people turned out for this year's Big Lunch - our celebration for neighbours and communities.
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15 ideas to improve community spirit
May 29, 2024
Been inspired by The Big Lunch or a Month of Community activity? Here are 15 ideas to help community spirit soar all year round.
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10 small steps to spread a little love in your neighbourhood
May 17, 2024
We can all spread a little love in our neighbourhoods, and the smallest actions can make the biggest difference. Here's our top tips to…
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Street party heritage and why it matters
June 29, 2023
Where did our love of bringing our celebrating together outside come from? Sarah Boniface, our Head of PR and Campaigns, did a little digging...
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Coronation Big Lunch celebrated by millions
June 7, 2023
The numbers are in... almost 1 in 5 people took part in the Coronation celebrations with a Coronation Big Lunch!