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Christmas vegan wellington
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Vegan Wellington

This yummy vegan wellington roast Christmas dinner alternative from one of our lovely McCarthy & Stone House Managers is sure to impress even the most dedicated meat eaters.

a bowl of soup next to a couple of pumpkins
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Ham Hock and Barley Soup

This hearty soup recipe is delicious, warming and packed with healthy vegetables. It’s filling enough for a main course and perfect on a cold wintery day mopped up with some buttered bread.

Vegan Gingerbread
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Vegan Gingerbread

These lightly spiced biscuits make for a lovely wintery treat with a cup of tea or hot chocolate, are fun to make with kids and also make great gifts for vegan, and non-vegan friends and family.

Vintage christmas books and decorations
  • Hobbies & interests

1950s Christmas vs today

We take a look at a typical 1950s Christmas to see how traditions have changed, what’s stayed the same – and what we might want to bring back.

Edinburgh Christmas lights
  • Hobbies & interests

The best Christmas light displays near you

Find nine of the best outdoor Christmas decorations and light displays to visit from across the UK.

Chilli con carne - McCarthy & Stone
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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 body of water with boats in it and a sunset in the background
  • Hobbies & interests

Topsham local wins photography competition

Topsham local, Paula, is celebrating after being selected as the winner of our recent photography competition.

A UK Christmas market stand with lights
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Best Christmas Markets across the UK

Christmas is coming and the country is full of festive markets. Have a look at our top ten best Christmas Markets in the UK and enjoy a festive day out with your family and friends.

a pile of carrots and celery
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Root Vegetable Boulangere

A lovely, comforting dish, this was traditionally made just with potatoes and cooked in the baker's oven. This version uses parsnips and carrots instead of all potatoes to keep the calorie count down and give extra flavour.