‘You can walk virtually everywhere in England by using the train’: The man connecting rail-based walks
A new website aims to offer a wide network of walking routes from British train stations, and is calling on hikers to add their favourites. Our writer accompanies the founder on a ramble to Bath Spa station. A British railway station can be many things. A place of...A new start after 60: meditation cured my insomnia. Now I help others cope
Ken Lunn was having a ‘hellish’ time juggling work and childcare after his wife died. Then he found a way to catch his breath. The Guardian reports that throughout his 30-year career as a tech professional, Ken Lunn regularly gave talks to rooms packed with experts...A ‘longevity revolution’ is coming. Here’s how those over 100 are making the most of their lives
Life at its essence is about time and by 2050, nearly 3.7 million people are expected to live up to 100. What can we do to get the most out of our bonus years? Loneliness. Ageism. Physical limitations, cognitive decline and, increasingly, elder poverty. The downsides...Frequent gardening maybe linked to improved wellbeing
Gardening two to three times a week leads to better wellbeing and lower stress levels, new research suggests. Gardening more frequently may be linked to improvements in wellbeing, perceived stress and physical activity, new research suggests. A new study indicates...Ourplace News
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