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Our Place is an informative and social site dedicated to help everyone over 50 get the best out of life.
We are the zestful, insightful best friend you just love to be around, and we live for sharing our experiences and knowledge.
OurPlace was founded with a mission to connect the mature online community to a world of news, features, offers and life changing products they may have missed out on. Bring them all into one place, OurPlace.
What makes us special is that we are a vibrant team of all ages, from 21 to 65 who are all passionate about living life to the fullest irrespective of age. We have built strong relationships with some of the best UK age related businesses with the aim of brokering discounted rates for our Over-50s community.
This site is jam packed with a blend of light hearted and purposeful stories, acting as a comprehensive source of information for over 50s health, over 50s travel, over 50’s work and much more.
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ADHD: Signs you might have undiagnosed ADHD as an adult
It’s believed more than two million people in the UK have undiagnosed ADHD. We ask the experts how to spot the signs in adults. Millions of people in the UK have ADHD, including a host of celebrities such as Ant McPartlin, Ben Fogle, Zoe Ball, Lily Allen and Richard...
How to stay positive and uplifted in today’s fast-paced world
Staying positive and uplifted in today’s fast-paced world can feel challenging, but it’s not only achievable - it’s transformative. A positive mindset fuels resilience, creativity, and overall well-being. Here are some key strategies to help maintain an optimistic...
From grape stomping to truffle hunting: 10 great harvest festival trips in Europe
Autumn is a great time to join locals as they celebrate the fruits of the season, from the vineyards of Provence to the forests of Transylvania. Olive picking: Istria, Croatia Croatia’s northernmost region is famous for its olives, and the Meneghetti hotel and winery...
Reap your rewards! Tips and tricks to preserve your harvest
Blanching, freezing and liquidising will help you cope with gluts. Anyone who grows fruit and vegetables should now be reaping the rewards of their hard labour, as many crops are ready for harvesting. The problem is, how do you store them all - especially if you’re...
Gastro reboots: 10 of the best renovated English foodie inns
From a 16th-century former pub on the Isle of Wight to a boutique hotel in the Lake District, these refurbished inns and coaching houses offer a mouth-watering stay in all seasons. The Owl, Hawnby, North Yorkshire Seven months after it reopened under the new ownership...
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Do you strive to be in control of your life? It might be holding you back…
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How to stay positive and uplifted in today’s fast-paced world
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Reap your rewards! Tips and tricks to preserve your harvest
Gastro reboots: 10 of the best renovated English foodie inns
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