Get together with friends and family for a Big Picnic London event and raise vital money for Macmillan Cancer Support at the same time. Last year, almost 3,000 picnics were held across the UK for the nationwide charity event, and with the weather forecast suggesting a summer of sun for 2009, this year aims to be even bigger and better.

Big Picnic London
Whether it's a barbecue, a lunch with collegues, or a full blown weekend picnic with all the trimmings, the Big Picnic London events aim to get your socialising and eating together in the name of charity for summer 2009. Head to one of the popular picnic spots in London, or organise a quirky event at your yoga group or playschool, or a romantic midnight feast beneath the stars - just make sure that you ask for a donation from everyone who turns up so you can send the proceeds to Macmillan Cancer Support.

Get creative
If you want to host a really memorable Big Picnic London fundraising event, then you could always adopt a theme such as a Hawaiian or Pirates of the Caribbean party. Otherwise, you could always cater to your own tastes and make your picnic exclusively about desserts, wine tasting, or fine gourmet food. For further inspiration on where to stock up on artisanal and specialist food for your picnic, click on the links below. Macmillan Cancer Support
Last year, over £200,000 was raised at picnicing events across the UK, which went towards supporting some of the 822 people diagnosed with cancer every day. The 2009 events aim to raise even more money for this worthwhile cause; for more information on how to register and take part, click on the link below.

Big Picnic Official Site

The Big Picnic London events take place from Wednesday 17th June - Tuesday 14th July 2009.