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  • Hobbies & interests

Childhood memories at Waverley House

Mary Kent lived at the first McCarthy & Stone Development to be built, Waverley House in New Milton. Here, her granddaughter Tania Harland shares wonderful childhood memories of spending time there, which inspired her to work for McCarthy & Stone when a job opportunity came up 10 years ago.

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  • Property advice

The Freedom and Flexibility of Renting in Retirement: A McCarthy & Stone Case Study

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  • Health & wellbeing

Health habits from around the world

Get more from your hols than just R&R by bringing back some inspirational health habits 

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  • Recipes

Crab, Tomato & Basil Linguine Recipe

Very quick to cook, this simple combination makes a stylish pasta dish. Serve as a main course accompanied by a crisp-textured green side salad.

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  • Recipes

Provencal Stuffed Tomatoes Recipe

A satisfying classic French tomato dish flavoured with fresh herbs.

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  • Health & wellbeing

Septuagenarian rockers are still rocking

House Manager Michelle Zoe Leggett gives an insight into the life of Carrick Court's homeowners and asks ‘what is retirement and do we ever really retire?’

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  • Health & wellbeing

5 gardening tools for the elderly

Whether you've been a gardening enthusiast for years or only recently discovered the joys of green fingers, getting your hands dirty in the garden can become more difficult in later life. We look at tools that can make this hobby easier.

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  • News & community

What’s new in technology

Whether you’re looking for a clever gadget or a special gift, or just want to stay up to date, here’s our pick of the best from the world of technology

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  • Recipes

Coconut Braised Pumpkin Recipe

This delicious Chinese recipe combines warm spicy flavours with creamy coconut milk. Serve with stir fried veg or steamed rice.