The Big Lunch
The Big Lunch is the UK’s annual get-together for neighbours and communities, with millions of people coming together for a few hours of food, friendship, and fun. It connects people and encourages friendlier, safer communities where people start to share more – conversations, ideas, skills, resources and friendship.
Pop the date in your calendar – The Big Lunch 2024 will take place on 1 – 2 June. The 2024 pack will be released soon, but if you’re keen to get ahead with planning, the 2023 pack is still available.
Where could your Big Lunch go?
It’s often the start of something more…
A Big Lunch can be anything from a small gathering in a garden or park to a larger party with trestle tables down the middle of your street.
All sorts of ideas and projects can start with a Big Lunch. Start simple and bring people together to share friendship, food and fun. Who knows where it might lead?
We’ve got everything you need to get started. Our 2024 Big Lunch pack will be ready soon!
“Right away, I knew it was a great idea. We live in a close where people didn’t really know each other… it’s all about just talking to your neighbours. After, you can see the brilliant things that come from that.”
Lynda, Essex
Impact of The Big Lunch
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people joined in last year – that’s 1 in 5 of the population!
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of Big Lunch organisers say that it has had a positive impact on their community
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raised at Big Lunch events since 2018, with around 3/4 going to local causes
Those who make The Big Lunch possible
As a charity, our varied programme of activities and events, including The Big Lunch, is only possible due to the continuing generosity of our partner organisations.
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 and stages.
How I organised my first Big Lunch
Big Lunches are great fun but we know taking the first steps toward organising one can be a little daunting: even our own team…
Saving the planet, one Big Lunch at a time!
After organising her first Big Lunch in 2009, Diane from Warton has been bringing her community together for an annual day of community celebration…