Skip to content

Volunteer Login

Volunteer
Donate
  • About us
    • Who We Are
    • FoodCycle’s Impact
    • What is a FoodCycle Community Meal?
    • Schools Community Meals
    • Supporters and Partners
    • Meet Our Guests and Volunteers
    • Staff and Trustee Team
    • Patrons and Ambassadors
    • Reports and publications
    • Vacancies
  • Find a Meal
  • Volunteer
    • Volunteer Roles
    • Equal opportunities
  • Support Us
    • Corporate Support
    • Corporate Team Cooking Challenge
    • Fundraise
    • The Big Lunch
    • FoodCycle Lottery
    • Trusts and Major Gifts
    • Donate Food
    • Donate
  • Shop
  • Recipes
  • News
  • Contact Us
  • About us
    • Who We Are
    • FoodCycle’s Impact
    • What is a FoodCycle Community Meal?
    • Schools Community Meals
    • Supporters and Partners
    • Meet Our Guests and Volunteers
    • Staff and Trustee Team
    • Patrons and Ambassadors
    • Reports and publications
    • Vacancies
  • Find a Meal
  • Volunteer
    • Volunteer Roles
    • Equal opportunities
  • Support Us
    • Corporate Support
    • Corporate Team Cooking Challenge
    • Fundraise
    • The Big Lunch
    • FoodCycle Lottery
    • Trusts and Major Gifts
    • Donate Food
    • Donate
  • Shop
  • Recipes
  • News
  • Contact Us

101

Community meals this week

Find your local community meal location

Find a meal

The Big Lunch

Get involved in the UK’s biggest celebration of community, friendship, and food!

What is The Big Lunch?

The Big Lunch is an annual celebration, coordinated by our friends at The Eden Project, which brings people together to share food, fun, and friendship, all while raising funds for a great cause.

At FoodCycle, we know just how powerful food can be in bringing people together. That’s why we’re encouraging everyone to host their own Big Lunch – whether it’s a cosy garden gathering, a lively street party, or a team lunch at work. It’s a chance to build connections, create memories, and celebrate the power of community spirit.

By taking part, you’re helping to bring people together all while raising vital funds to support FoodCycle.

Host a Big Lunch event

When is it?

We’re encouraging events to be held anytime in June. Gather your neighbours, friends, or colleagues and let’s make this month one to remember!

 

Who can take part?

Individuals – Host a Big Lunch with friends, family or your local community.

Workplaces & Businesses – Bring your team together and boost morale, build stronger connections, and support a meaningful cause.

Schools & Colleges – It’s a great way for students to learn about community and giving back! Host a Big Lunch at school.

How to get involved

Hosting your Big Lunch is as easy as you make it! Whether you’re planning something small or aiming for a big bash, we’ve got you covered. Here are a few ideas to get you started:

  • Plan a picnic in the park and enjoy the summer sun
  • Enjoy a tea party with your neighbours – a cosy and low key way to connect
  • Host an intimate dinner party, perfect for close friends or family
  • Organise a workplace gathering to build team spirit
  • Throw a street party and bring the whole neighbourhood together

Ready to start planning your event? Register for your Big Lunch Pack for everything you need to make it a success!

Start planning your Big Lunch event

Recipes

Check out our full collection of recipes here! Want to see more of our Big Lunch favourites? Just hit the Big Lunch tab in the categories.

Greek Style Loaded White Bean Dip

Check out the recipe

Caprese Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms

Check out the recipe

Eggless Victoria Sponge Cake

Check out the recipe

Get Your Big Lunch Fundraising Pack

Fill out this form to receive your fundraising pack and get started with your Big Lunch!

"*" indicates required fields

Find your local Community meal

FoodCycle Head Office

  • 2.16, The Food Exchange
    New Covent Garden Market
    London, SW8 5EL
  • t: 020 7729 2775
  • e: hello@foodcycle.org.uk
  • Who We Are
  • Community Meals
  • Find a Meal
  • Fundraise
  • Vacancies
  • News
  • Contact Us

Follow us

Instagram Facebook Linkedin Tiktok
Sign Up To Volunteer
Volunteer Roles
Donate

© FoodCycle 2025

Registered charity No. 1134423 | Company limited by guarantee no. 7101349

Shop Terms

Cookie Policy

Privacy Policy

Website by me&you

Volunteer
Donate

FoodCycle Head Office

  • 2.16, The Food Exchange
    New Covent Garden Market
    London, SW8 5EL
  • t: 020 7729 2775
  • e: hello@foodcycle.org.uk

Links

  • Find a Meal
  • Community Meals
  • Who We Are
  • Fundraise

Follow us

Instagram Facebook Linkedin Tiktok

Cookie Policy

Privacy Policy

© FoodCycle 2022

Registered charity No. 1134423
Company limited by guarantee no. 7101349

Website by me&you