Health & Beauty / Tips & Advice
Take a deep breath… The 10 best National Parks in the UK
Take a deep breath… The 10 best National Parks in the UK To celebrate ‘National Parks Week’, we remind you of the UK’s unstirred beauty, so bring to you the 10 best National Parks in the UK and the beauty beyond the borders. The thought of UK’s National Parks always...
How the ‘grey pound’ is changing UK travel market
How the ‘grey pound’ is changing UK travel market Known as the grey globetrotters, older generations are healthier and wealthier and a major driving force in the UK travel market. Rock Insurance reports that Britain’s ageing population means that more than a quarter...
Why more over-50s should consider contracting
Why more over-50s should consider contracting In order for the UK to successfully navigate its way through the ongoing skills shortage, one million extra over-50s will need to remain in work between now and 2022. Paystream reports that this is the opinion of Andy...
What makes for fulfilling work in later life?
What makes for fulfilling work in later life? The Centre for Ageing Better has released a new report, Fulfilling work: what do older workers value about work and why? which identifies the characteristics of work that are important to people aged 50 and over,...
10 low-impact exercises for seniors
10 low-impact exercises for seniors Exercise is important for good health at any age, and seniors are no exception. You'll want to talk to a doctor before you start any new exercise regimen, but once you get the all-clear, a low-impact exercise routine can benefit...
How strawberries and cream became Wimbledon tradition
How strawberries and cream became Wimbledon tradition Emerald green grass and pristine white outfits are the hallmark of Wimbledon. But the experience would be incomplete without a dash of garish red. Like the mint julep at Churchill Downs or the pimento cheese...
A guide to downsizing after retirement
A guide to downsizing after retirement When approaching retirement, many people consider downsizing and moving into a smaller property. Perhaps your kids have “flown the nest” and no longer live with you. If you have a relatively large home with three or...
In praise of the humble garden shed – it’s more than just a tool store
In praise of the humble garden shed - it’s more than just a tool store No matter how low maintenance you manage to make your outdoor space, you will always need somewhere to keep your garden tools. Forks, spades, bags of compost, tubs of weed killer, gardening...
Host a Great British Garden Party for a good cause
Host a Great British Garden Party for a good cause This summer, Arthritis Research UK invites the Great British public to brush off their gardening gloves, freshen up their flowers and help the one in six people living with arthritis, by throwing a Great...
Rise to the challenge: The 10 steps to perfect bread making
Rise to the challenge: The 10 steps to perfect bread making Every dough that we make in our bakeries follows all of these 10 steps from start to finish. This ensures we produce the best quality bread without compromising taste, texture, nutrition or our artisan...
How to avoid travellers tummy
How to avoid travellers tummy As you start thinking about your travel insurance, sunscreen and insect repellent, you might also be interested to understand how you can reduce your risk of developing Montezuma’s Revenge (or traveller’s tummy as it’s often...
You’re hired! Job hunting over 50: The do’s and don’ts
You’re hired! Job hunting over 50: The do’s and don'ts Recruitment expert Julie Measures offers some impartial, independent insights into the issues of job-hunting over 50, for those who may be struggling to find new positions in this difficult economic...