Articles & news

• News & community

Helping others, helps ourselves

Being a Buddy brought unexpectedly heartwarming benefits to our volunteers

• Property advice

A Holiday Home From Home Awaits

McCarthy & Stone homeowner Sylvie Morgan recounts her tour of the UK, visiting developments and staying in our guest suites whilst visiting friends and family. 

• Health & wellbeing

Wild swimming

If you’re looking for a new retirement hobby, cold water swimming has seen a huge surge in popularity. Find inspiration on getting started here.

• Health & wellbeing

Our very own 'Captain Tom' is raising money for Blind Veterans UK

• Reports & research

Homes for Later Living Report

• Hobbies & interests

The most popular hobbies for retirees

The top retirement hobbies are revealed. Ever wondered what the most popular retirement hobbies are? We’ve done the research to find out. Get inspired by our top 5 hobbies for retirement.

• Hobbies & interests

In My View - Fred Dinenage

• Health & wellbeing

Sir Muir Gray on keeping safe

• News & community

McCarthy & Stone responds to publication of new national planning guidance for older people