The Eden Project
The Big Lunch 2012 - an Eden Project

Supported by

  • Big Lottery Fund - Lottery funded
  • MasterCard
  • EDF Energy
  • Kingsmill

The Big Lunch's Events Blogs

Scotland Big Lunch Networking Event

February 21, 2012
Author: Emily Watts

It was a pretty sunny Saturday in Stirling, despite the odd flurry of snow outside the window. We were a select bunch, but gathered together in the true Big Lunch spirit, to share, to enjoy one another’s company, and to be inspired. We had goodies from The Big Lunch to give away, as well as [...]

Read Scotland Big Lunch Networking Event…

Comments:
No comments
Categories:
Events, News, Planning, Scotland, Sharing, Spreading the word
Tags:
, , ,

100 Champions and counting!

February 16, 2012
Author: Camilla

We’re pleased to announce that we now have 100 Champions signed up across the UK, helping us spread the word about The Big Lunch far and wide. With the backing of our Street Party Ambassador Barbara Windsor and continued support of The Mayor Boris Johnson, London is steaming ahead with over 50 confirmed Champions, but all corners [...]

Read 100 Champions and counting!…

Comments:
No comments
Categories:
Celebrities, Competitions, Diamond Jubilee, Events, News, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Sharing, Spreading the word, Stories, Supporters
Tags:
, , , , , , , , , ,

Last Minute Valentines Plans!

February 10, 2012
Author: Fay

Fancy doing something different this year on Valentines weekend?  This coming Valentines weekend FareShare are collaborating with Forgotten Feast and their eco-chef Tom Hunt to produce a unique 3 course banqueting experience – Valentines for Everyone. For £40 you’ll get a magnificent 3 course menu made from delicious but unwanted foods. Every ticket sold will [...]

Read Last Minute Valentines Plans!…

Comments:
No comments
Categories:
Charity, Events, Ideas, Sharing, Spreading the word
Tags:
, , , ,

A Big Lunch on a small budget!

January 27, 2012
Author: Fay

Wondering how you’re going to have a successful Big Lunch without a big pot of cash?  Fear not, The Big Lunch team have put together 5 handy tips for how to make your Big Lunch fabulous without a big price tag.  And there are lots more ideas on our website.  And if you have any [...]

Read A Big Lunch on a small budget!…

Comments:
2 comments
Categories:
Diamond Jubilee, Events, Ideas, Sharing, Spreading the word, Supporters
Tags:
, , , , , ,

The Queen is ‘delighted’ to give The Big Jubilee Lunch her seal of approval!

January 22, 2012
Author: Gina

  Excitement here in the London office soared sky-high this week when we received a special message of support from none other than Her Majesty, The Queen! The official letter from Her Majesty states that she is ‘delighted’ that The Big Lunch team are encouraging people all over the UK to hold celebrations in honour of [...]

Read The Queen is ‘delighted’ to give The Big Jubilee Lunch her seal of approval!…

Comments:
No comments
Categories:
Diamond Jubilee, Events, News, Planning, Spreading the word, Stories
Tags:
, , , , , , ,

The Big Jubilee Lunch Reception and Briefing at London’s City Hall

January 19, 2012
Author: Gina

As the sun shone gallantly over the Thames this week, The Big Lunch team joined forces with Team London and the Mayor’s office, and headed to City Hall to bring Londoners together to find out how they can contribute to what is set to be the biggest year yet for The Big Lunch. We decided [...]

Read The Big Jubilee Lunch Reception and Briefing at London’s City Hall…

Comments:
No comments
Categories:
Diamond Jubilee, Events, Planning, Spreading the word, Supporters
Tags:
, , , , , , , , , ,

BBC Stargazing Live at the Eden Project

January 13, 2012
Author: Grainne McCloskey

The Eden Project will be hosting a free evening of astronomy as part of the BBC’s Stargazing Live between 6pm - 9.30pm on Tuesday January 17 2012.  Visitors can find out about the stars of our galaxy by using a variety of professional telescopes, taking a virtual visit to distant corners of the universe in a [...]

Read BBC Stargazing Live at the Eden Project…

Comments:
No comments
Categories:
Events, News, Spreading the word
Tags:
, , , , , , , ,

Church of England endorses The Big Lunch

January 12, 2012
Author: Fay

The Big Lunch is excited to announce a special endorsement from the Church of England for 2012’s The Big Jubilee Lunch. You can read all about it on Christian Today, Inspire Magazine, New Statesman and the Church of England’s

Comments:
No comments
Categories:
Diamond Jubilee, Events, News, Spreading the word
Tags:
, , , , , , ,

Kingsmill Big Lunch loaves hit the shops!

January 3, 2012
Author: Trudi Holden

2012 is set to be the biggest year for The Big Lunch yet, with a record number of people expected to take part in events of all shapes and sizes this summer.  After joining The Big Lunch in early 2011 as part of our valued family of Partners, Kingsmill, are planning some exciting events in [...]

Read Kingsmill Big Lunch loaves hit the shops!…

Comments:
No comments
Categories:
Events, News, Supporters
Tags:
, , , , ,

Eating the Seasons – The Slow Food Way

December 5, 2011
Author: Emily Watts

Let’s Eat Local, a project of a Moffat based community interest company Let’s Live Local, were finding that some of their veg bag customers were spending a while at the pick-ups discussing issues of food security, climate-friendly and organic food, seasonal and local food supplies. A Seasonal Food event had previously been planned, showing how [...]

Read Eating the Seasons – The Slow Food Way…

Comments:
1 comment
Categories:
Environment, Events, Scotland, Sharing, Spreading the word, Stories, Supporters
Tags:
, ,
Older posts

Follow us