Big Green Picnic
Big Green Picnic
Bringing people together in the great outdoors, for a great cause
What is The Big Green Picnic?
The Big Green Picnic is a feel-good, community-focused campaign that invites people across the country to come together outdoors, connect with nature, and enjoy one another’s company.
At Dementia Adventure, we believe in the power of nature and social connection to improve wellbeing — not just for people living with dementia, but for everyone. That’s why this event is open to all.
Whether you’re a care home, community group, business, or just a bunch of friends with a picnic blanket, the Big Green Picnic is your chance to create something meaningful, memorable, and fun.
This year’s Big Green Picnic takes place from 16th–22nd June 2025 — and we’d love for you to be part of it! Mark your calendar, gather your people, and join us in celebrating connection, community, and the great outdoors.
Why Take Part?
- Bring people together: Host a day of togetherness and joy for your clients, community, or colleagues.
- Celebrate the outdoors: Make the most of fresh air and green spaces while promoting wellbeing.
- Fundraise for a great cause: Help support our work with people living with dementia and their families.
- Shine a light on what you do: Showcase the amazing work you’re doing and raise your local profile.
- Challenge stigma: Promote positive conversations around ageing, dementia, and inclusion in your community.
How to Get Involved
Taking part is easy and flexible — you can make it as big or small as you like!
- Download the free Picnic Toolkit: It’s packed with inspiration, printable materials, and fundraising ideas to help you get started.
- Pick a date and location: Choose a green space, garden, park, or even your workplace to host your picnic.
- Invite your guests: Friends, family, residents, staff, neighbours — everyone’s welcome.
- Have fun & fundraise: Whether it’s through a raffle, a bake sale, or simple donations, every penny helps make outdoor adventures possible for people living with dementia.
- Share your story: Tag us on social media using #BigGreenPicnic so we can celebrate your picnic and say thank you!
Ready to Get Started?
Hosting your Big Green Picnic is simple, flexible, and a lot of fun — and we’re here to help every step of the way.
We’re here for you
If you have any questions, ideas, or need help bringing your picnic to life, just get in touch:
fundraising@dementiaadventure.org
Let’s make a difference together — one picnic at a time.
- Download your free Picnic Toolkit: Packed with ideas, planning tips, templates, and ways to make your event a success — whether you're organising something small and simple or a full community celebration.
- Plan your perfect picnic: Choose a date, pick a place, and invite your guests. It could be in a garden, local park, care home grounds, or even indoors with a nature-inspired theme.
- Make it yours: Get creative! Add games, music, food, or crafts — whatever brings people joy and connection.
- Fundraise your way: Every pound raised supports people living with dementia to access nature and adventure. Whether it’s a donation pot, a tombola, or a tray of cupcakes, every bit counts.
