Hi Roger
Millions of people came together across the UK for The Big Lunch on 7 and 8 June – from street feasts in Finchley and Mad Hatter tea parties in Newtown, to a royal Big Lunch Recipe Search reveal with HM The Queen at Eden Dock.
Tate Britain joined in with a Big Lunch in their gardens and a visit from the Lord Mayor of Westminster, and at the Eden Project, home of The Big Lunch, we had free treats for visitors and their four-legged friends.
It was a weekend to remember, but the fun doesn’t stop there!
June is the Month of Community – and you’re invited to keep sharing, connecting and taking action. Here's a little inspiration to help you on your way…
| | Got 10 minutes? Share your experience of taking part in The Big Lunch to help us improve what we do, and you could win one of three £75 supermarket vouchers. Survey closes 30 June.
| | Grow your idea, with our free course
| | Want to do more in your community? Our free online Introduction to Community Action course runs over two evening sessions, packed with workshops, talks and networking for anyone that wants to make a difference where they live. Whether you're just getting started or already involved in a local project, we're here to help you take things further.
| | Sow it begins: community gardening special
| | Join us on Wednesday 2 July for a one-off Communities in Bloom special! Hear from Eden’s own horticulturalist Liz Band as she shares behind-the-scenes stories, tips for community growing, and answers your questions in this blooming brilliant hour-long session.
| | The Big Lunch Recipe Search winner!
| | HM The Queen, Patron of The Big Lunch, crowned Melanie Booth’s Butternut Squash Empanadas the winning dish from our Recipe Search. The new cookbook features her recipe alongside the top 10 finalists and is full of fabulous dishes to share with your friends and neighbours this summer.
| | 13 fun activities for kids
| | Keep children of all ages busy this Month of Community with free, simple ideas to spark connection and creativity – whilst instilling a sense of belonging and community.
| | | The Co-op Local Community Fund is open! They’re looking for projects that provide opportunities and resources to help people thrive in their communities. Apply by 6 July to be considered for a share of £5m in community funding.
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