News and blogs
Browse our news articles and blogs to find out more about Eden Project Communities and the work we do
The Big Lunch Recipe search: what dish will you share?
April 16, 2025
What’s the one dish you always make to share with others? The recipe everyone asks for? The meal that sparks memories, conversations - and…
The transformative power of neighbourhood sharing
January 9, 2025
In today’s fast-paced world where rising costs are at the forefront of our mind and environmental challenges are ever more pressing, neighbourhood sharing has…
What does community mean to you?
December 2, 2024
Community – it's a word we all know well. But whether it’s the feeling of belonging in our neighbourhood or the support we offer…
GRIT Studios Stockport wins Sharing Table Award!
September 4, 2024
This spring we teamed up with skills organisation City & Guilds and the food charity FareShare to offer a very special award to one…
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…
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.
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...
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!
Closing the Distance Between Us – report
March 10, 2023
A new research report has identified a widening gap in the relationship between people and their neighbours that is damaging our mental and physical…
10 community ideas for Christmas
December 13, 2022
If you want to spread some cheer and lift the spirits of those around you, here are our favourite ten community ideas for Christmas…
Eight ways to enjoy our winter warmer ideas in schools
November 17, 2022
Easy, free winter ideas for teachers to spread joy in schools over the festive season.
Share the love with food this autumn
October 17, 2022
As the nights draw in and the weather gets colder, it’s time to lean into cosy nights with hearty and comforting food. Think roasted…