Money & Work / Tips & Advice
Take a walk outside on the wild side: 11 ways to make your garden more wildlife-friendly
Our gardens can offer us peace, beauty, fresh air, and a regular hobby. But they can also be havens for the UK’s wonderful wildlife. Some gardens are more wildlife-friendly than others, and this is often determined by water accessibility, the types of plants we choose...
Step out this spring! Fabulous family days out in the UK
Join the Famous Five in Dorset, relive Springwatch in the Peak District … our selection of Easter treats will keep all the family entertained. Birding in the fens near Ely Spring has arrived at Wicken Fen, one of Europe’s most important wetlands, and with it the first...
Office buzz: UK employers turn to beehives to boost workplace wellbeing
Providers report rise in demand as companies seek mental health benefits and increased sense of community. The Guardian reports that in a growing number of workplaces, the soundtrack of the lunch break is no longer the rustle of sandwiches at a desk, but the quiet hum...
Exercise can be ‘frontline treatment’ for mild depression, researchers say
Biggest improvements seen in young adults and new mothers, with group activities of most benefit. Aerobic exercise such as running, swimming or dancing can be considered a frontline treatment for mild depression and anxiety, according to research that suggests working...
Pieceful pastime: 7 health benefits of doing jigsaw puzzles
Jigsaw puzzles come in many shapes and sizes, from just a few pieces to several thousand. The earliest jigsaw puzzles appeared in the 1760s when European mapmakers pasted maps onto wood and cut them into small pieces. There are various reasons why we might choose to...
It’s what Sundays are made for! The 10 best roasts in London
Whether you’re after a traditional pub roast or a restaurant serving Sunday lunch in style, you've come to the right place. Sunday lunch. There’s nothing quite like it. An elemental meal, one that Londoners take incredibly seriously. Debates about what constitutes the...
Save it for a rainy day: 13 activities and things to do at home when it’s gloomy outside
Few of us appreciate cold, wind, and rain. But rather than wishing for sunnier days, why not explore some new ways to have fun, get creative, and reap a sense of reward? There are plenty of rainy-day activities to try, and who knows, perhaps you’ll discover a new...
Romantic retreats: 10 of the best hotels, pubs, cabins and cottages for a cosy UK getaway
It’s an ideal time of year for snuggling up on a countryside break. We pick accommodation from shepherds’ huts in Somerset to a chateau in Wales. Stylish lakeside huts in Somerset Six vintage-style “luxury huts” spaced out around a lake make up The Shepherds Hut...
Delicious destinations! The best places to travel in 2026 for food lovers
In 2026, the world’s most exciting trips begin at the table. From MICHELIN-selected restaurants and hotels to emerging culinary scenes, these 16 destinations, many well-loved and others more off-the-beaten path, are shaping how - and why - we travel now. Food has...
All the benefits of lifting weights beyond bigger muscles
Consistent weight training can enhance your strength and flexibility while reducing the risk of injuries and falls. When someone mentions weight training, pictures of bulging muscles and chiselled physiques, akin to the ripped lifeguards on Baywatch, may spring to...
Micro habits: 8 of the easiest healthy things to start right now
These simple habits will help you enter the New Year feeling refreshed. Many of us set ambitious resolutions to enhance our health and wellbeing this time of year, only to become overwhelmed by the challenge of maintaining them. But what if, instead of aiming for...
8 new resolutions to make a positive impact
Instead of a New Year’s resolution that rights a wrong in your life, why not resolve to make some positive changes? Here are a few suggestions… New Year’s resolutions are supposed to mark a new start as we say goodbye to the old year. Instead of the standard...