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A view of boats moored at Blakeney Point, Norfolk looking towards the lifeboat station in the distance just before sunset
  • Hobbies & interests

Top 11 British Hidden gems

Planning a holiday as an older couple? Or a retired single looking for your next getaway? With hidden gems across the UK, you’ll be spoilt for choice when it comes to holidays for older people to enjoy. Discover the top 11 hidden gems to inspire holidays for older adults, chosen by you.

 Chilli con carne - McCarthy & Stone
  • Recipes

Easy chilli con carne recipe

This easy chilli con carne recipe from our chef partners at Radish is a big hit in the restaurants in McCarthy & Stone Retirement Living Plus developments. Serve with rice, sour cream, cheese and tortillas. Enjoy!

 a pair of hands holding each other
  • Property advice

Relocating into a McCarthy & Stone apartment 

Loneliness, being closer to family and downsizing are just a few reasons why moving into a retirement apartment can become a better option in later life. 

 A group of retirees and the developments Estates Manager at a craft session within on of the retirement living plus developments.
  • Property advice

What is Retirement Living PLUS really like?

Discover what senior assisted living in a McCarthy & Stone Retirement Living PLUS community is really like from the experts – the homeowners.

Are jigsaw puzzles an ideal retirement hobby
  • Hobbies & interests

Are jigsaw puzzles an ideal retirement hobby?

Jigsaw puzzles have surged in popularity and can offer many benefits. McCarthy & Stone explores why doing a jigsaw is one of the most popular retirement hobbies.

 An array of potted plants and flowers create a beautiful balcony garden for retirement
  • Hobbies & interests

6 balcony garden tips from the experts

The best balcony gardens are small but beautifully formed. Learn how to create a wonderful outdoor oasis with our expert balcony gardening ideas.

 Personal trainer, Ben Broadhead, leading an older adult exercise workshop. Ben sits on a chair with his arms outstretched and the other people in the room copy his movements
  • Health & wellbeing

Over 70s Exercises at Home

Discover five easy and effective home exercises for seniors over 70 — recommended by personal trainer, Ben Broadhead. Learn more.

Aerial view of St Ives harbour in Cornwall
  • Property advice

10 UK retirement villages by the sea to suit you

In search of the best retirement village by the sea in the UK? We’ve ranked the 10 best places to retire by the sea, based on your votes. Which will you choose?

 Christine and her grandson Thomas
  • Friends & family

Christine moves closer to family to help out

A benefit of seniors moving closer to family is that they can lend a hand with grandchildren – and many are very happy to help. Read Christine’s story.