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The Big Lunch's Games Blogs

The Big Lunch and Schools

January 30, 2013
Author: Camilla

  The Big Lunch provides a great opportunity for young people to connect with the people and places around them. It’s the perfect chance for your school to say ‘hello’ to parents and the community,  activate a bit of fundraising – perhaps for a growing space for the kids, celebrate  pupil achievement or just taste [...]

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Community, Decorations, Education, England, Friends, Games, Ideas, Music, News, Northern Ireland, Recipes, School resources, Scotland, Sharing, Spreading the word

On your marks, get set and GO for the Olympics!

July 16, 2012
Author: Gina

Word has reached us that some of our veteran Big Lunchers are planning their next events, this time to celebrate the London 2012 Games (such as the Big World’s End Lunch in Chelsea). It is only days to go until London makes history by hosting the Olympics for a third time, so get ready to [...]

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Everywhere you go, always take your wellies with you …

June 1, 2012
Author: Gina

News is spreading fast from the Met Office that rain is forecast for some parts of the UK on Sunday … but here at The Big Lunch we don’t let anything rain on our parade! Even if the heavens open and rain does pour, keep calm and carry on – there’s no need for your Big [...]

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Last minute inspiration

May 28, 2012
Author: Trudi Holden

With six days to go plans will be well under way for most Big Lunchers, but if you’re a bit stuck for ideas or in need of some last minute inspiration we’re here to help. There are lots of great games and activity suggestions to keep the children (and grown-ups) entertained from traditional hop scotch and tug [...]

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Street party games ideas

April 27, 2012
Author: Trudi Holden

Playing games at your Big Lunch is a perfect way to break the ice and get to know your neighbours a bit better. Kids will love the chance to play, and you might even get some of the grumpier grown-ups involved too! We have just updated all of our fabulous ideas pages on the Big [...]

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