The Chislehurst Big Draw Initiative began in 2004 as a small ad hoc volunteer group of six mums and one dad who decided to bring the Big Draw to our local community.  We had such fun organising the day to the acclaim of everyone who attended, we decided to make it an annual event.


Our part of the common is a triangular piece of grassland and woodland bordered by the primary school, the church, houses, and two public houses - the perfect place for a local gathering.  Our Big Draw is the only event that has taken place on this land since the coronation of the Queen.


Our aim is to promote drawing, encouraging as many people as possible to “have a go”: to create an event that brings together a wide variety of community groups, including local families; to further local appreciation of our Common and surroundings; and to raise the profile of and funds for, The Trustees of the Common.


We have won National Prizes from The Campaign for Drawing for creative innovation five years out of the previous six years, culminating last year in receiving the top TRAIL BLAZERS Award being designated as one of the leading lights for inspiration among the 1300 venues across the country.


We have over one hundred volunteers who help make the day happen.  Would you like to help?  Contact us for more information.