Last year, thousands of people throughout Wales enjoyed getting together for street parties and picnics, afternoon teas and BBQs, events both large and small, that helped forge lasting relationships between neighbours, and within communities.

Now in its eighth year, The Big Lunch, the brainchild of the Eden Project, made possible by the Big Lottery Fund, has inspired people throughout Wales to get together with their neighbours – creating the perfect recipe for feeding community spirit– while having lots of fun.

Gwion Thorpe, manager of The Big Lunch in Wales, said: “The Big Lunch is about building friendships and creating communities where people share more – from conversations and ideas to skills and resources - and sharing a meal is a great place to begin. The Big Lunch gives neighbours a reason to come together, and every year more people get involved. It doesn’t matter if you are holding a street party, an afternoon tea, a barbecue, or a picnic in the park – people are the key ingredient and it’s all about connecting people to create stronger communities.”

For people interested in getting involved this June, free packs are now available from www.thebiglunch.com. These include invitations and posters to adapt for communities as well as lots of ideas and info to help get the ball rolling.