Ideas
Browse our ideas to find a wide range of fun things to do.
Connecting with people
How to engage your community
The best community engagers ask people what they want before the project starts and allow people to take an active…
Arts and crafts
Make seed stars
Seed stars are a fun way to sow by stealth and brighten up an area, creating splashes of colour and…
Connecting with people
How to talk to anyone
Learn how to communicate effectively and connect people together in your community with our tips and tricks.
Connecting with people
How to work with young people
Our youth culture is vibrant and rich, and something we should all be proud of.
Arts and crafts
8 fun crafts with paper
Making decorations for your event is a great way to bring people together and build community spirit! Our activities can…
Connecting with people
How to work with older people
Working with older people can make a difference to your projects and how your projects can improve their lives.
Recipes
Strawberry and Yoghurt Flapjacks by Joe Wicks
"These flapjacks are a really simple and healthy treat. Perfect for a school lunchbox or picnic. They really hit the…
Recipes
Salt fish and rice
Perfect for large groups, try this recipe for salted fish. It can be scaled up depending on your number of…
Recipes
Lemon Brûlée Bars by Christiaan de Vries
A buttery shortbread base, topped with a zesty lemon filling and finished with a crisp brûlée layer. The perfect mix…
Recipes
Summer berry pavlova by Jamie Oliver
A classic summer dessert and our favourite strawberry recipe. Perfect to share together with friends, family and neighbours whatever the…
Connecting with people
How to increase your sphere of influence
Family, friends, colleagues and communities near and farther afield... how big is your sphere of influence?
Recipes
Majestic chicken pie
A showstopping chicken pie by Adam Handling, that will delight all who try it. It can be eaten hot or…